MassDOT Advisory: Danvers/Middleton January 13 – 17

Posted on January 9, 2020

Daytime Lane Restrictions on Route 114 (Andover Street) Bridge over the Ipswich River   The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced daytime lane restrictions on Route 114 to support necessary water main repairs. Each day, the westbound lane on the bridge carrying Route 114 over the Ipswich River will be closed during the hours of 9:00...

Christmas Tree Pickup Saturday, January 11

Posted on January 8, 2020

Christmas Tree Pickup is scheduled for this Saturday, January 11. These guidelines must be followed: * Your tree must be curbside by 7:00 AM * Your tree must be accessible and free of snow * Trees are composted and must be free of tinsel, ornaments, lights, tree stands and plastic bags * No metal is...

Green Street Booster Station

Posted on January 7, 2020

Danvers DPW will begin testing new pumps at the Green Street booster station on January 8 from 8AM to 4PM. Due to high pressure, residents  may experience water loss, water pressure fluctuations or discolored water for a short period of time. Please also be aware that pressure reducing valves, water filters or individual booster pumps...

FREE CURBSIDE TEXTILE RECYCLING SERVICE STARTING DECEMBER 16

Posted on December 12, 2019

Beginning Monday, December 16, 2019 , Danvers residents with curbside trash and recycling pickup will be able to recycle unwanted textiles simply by bagging them and leaving them at the curb on their regular scheduled recycling collection day. The Danvers Department of Public Works (DPW) is providing this new service, free to the residents of...

FROST FISH BROOK EMBANKMENT RESTORATION PHASE II

Posted on December 11, 2019

As a result of sealed bids opened September 19, 2019; a contract has been awarded to T. Ford Company, Inc., 124 Tenney Street, Georgetown, MA; for the Frost Fish Brook Embankment Restoration Phase II Project, from Massachusetts Avenue to Cabot Road. The contractor will be performing these improvements under the supervision of the Town's consulting...

TOWN OF DANVERS ELECTRIC DIVISION RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC METER UPGRADE PROGRAM

Posted on December 6, 2019

Danvers Electric crews will be starting a year-long residential meter upgrade program beginning December 9. You may see a Danvers Electric truck in your neighborhood and our meter technicians going door to door. The technicians will notify residents upon arrival and leave a door hanger before doing the meter upgrade which typically takes less than...

DANVERS WINTER PARKING BAN

Posted on November 29, 2019

When is it? The winter parking ban may be enacted from December 1 to April 1 if weather conditions warrant. How is parking affected? The Danvers Winter Parking Ban for “normal” operations prohibits on-street parking between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM only if the parking ban is implemented. During a “major” winter storm, the parking...

FREE CURBSIDE TEXTILE RECYCLING SERVICE COMING TO DANVERS

Posted on November 21, 2019

Beginning Monday, December 16, 2019 , Danvers residents with curbside trash and recycling pickup will be able to recycle unwanted textiles simply by bagging them and leaving them at the curb on their regular scheduled recycling collection day. The Danvers Department of Public Works (DPW) is providing this new service, free to the residents of...

Storm debris drop off offered to Danvers Residents at Transfer Station through Saturday

Posted on October 18, 2019

Due to the quantity of debris from the storm, Danvers is opening up the yard waste area of the Transfer Station to Danvers residents through Saturday. Residents may drop off brush and limbs up to 4 feet in length and 18 inches in diameter without a sticker and will not be charged. A Danvers ID...

WATER MAIN SHUTDOWNS:

Posted on September 25, 2019

Wednesday, September 25, 2019 on Green Street between Shawmut Avenue and West Street to install a cap on the existing 8” water main (for future water booster station installation). Thursday September 26, 2019 on Shawmut Avenue only to install a check valve on the existing water main on Shawmut Avenue.   Residents affected have been...

Peak Savings Events July 20 & 21 from 3PM-7PM

Posted on July 19, 2019

Danvers Peak Savings program will be calling events this weekend on both Saturday & Sunday, July 20 & 21 from 3PM-7PM. Please make sure you click "Yes" in the emails you receive to participate and qualify to win a credit to your electric bill. Even if you're not enrolled in the program, please reduce your...

UPDATE: WATER MAIN SHUTDOWN

Posted on July 18, 2019

On Thursday, July 18,  water service on Conant St, Burley Farm Rd & Stafford Rd (see previous post) will be shut down starting at 11:30PM and continuing to 10:00AM on July 19, weather dependent. If weather is an issue the work will be rescheduled, and you will be notified of the change. The Water Division...

WATER SHUTDOWN FOR VALVE REPLACEMENT

Posted on July 17, 2019

Conant Street from Burley Farm Rd to Prospect St Burley Farm Rd from Conant St to Stafford Rd Stafford Road (entire street)   Residents in the above areas may experience water loss for a 4 hour period as the Water Division works to isolate broken valve issues.  More information will be shared once the valve...

DANVERS MOVES TO LEVEL 3 WATER RESTRICTIONS

Posted on July 11, 2019

The Town of Danvers announces a change in outdoor water restrictions to Level 3 on July 12, 2019 due to low flow in the Ipswich River. Level 3 drought conditions allow outdoor lawn & garden watering with sprinklers and/or irrigation systems on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday ONLY, from 7:00PM to 8:00AM the next day. Hand...

FY20 WATER & SEWER RATES

Posted on June 28, 2019

The Water & Sewer Commissioners conducted a Public Hearing on Water & Sewer rates last night, June 27, 2019. After considerable debate, the Water & Sewer Commissioners, based on analysis and recommendations from staff, voted to increase the FY20 Water & Sewer rates by 15% and 1%, respectively, effective July 1, 2019. Under this model,...

DANVERS BATTLES RECYCLING CONTAMINATION

Posted on June 27, 2019

It’s Back to Basics Last year, recycling, as we knew it, changed with China’s crackdown on acceptable contamination levels known as “National Sword”. China’s < 0.5% acceptable contamination rate threshold now characterizes most of the US’s recycling exports as trash. The Town of Danvers and our recycling hauler, JRM, are working together to decrease “recycling...

NEW ONLINE UTILITY PAYMENT SOLUTIONS!

Posted on June 19, 2019

Payment Service Offers More Choices for Customers To provide utility customers easy access to make payments and offer more bill payment options, Danvers has upgraded our online payment system to an advanced electronic billing and payment solution through Invoice Cloud. Starting June 19, 2019, customers can choose to pay their utility bills by phone or...

TRAFFIC DETOUR – GREEN STREET

Posted on June 18, 2019

Starting June 18, Green Street will be closed to traffic due to the installation of a new water main. Work will take place Monday – Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm through July 12. The following streets will be closed: WEST STREET, eastbound traffic (Dayton Street to Green Street) will be closed, with access to abutters...

Press Release – Clarification Regarding Accounts of PFAs in Danvers Drinking Water

Posted on May 10, 2019

Press Release - Clarification Regarding Accounts of PFAs in Danvers Drinking Water

WATER MAIN BREAK – Perry St.

Posted on May 2, 2019

Crews are mobilizing to the scene.   If you experience discolored water, when break is repaired, flush out your system by running your cold water from the highest point in your house for at least 10 minutes. If problems persist, call 978-762-0231.

WATER MAIN BREAK – Tibbets Ave

Posted on May 1, 2019

WATER MAIN BREAK - Tibbets Ave.  Water to affected homes will be shut down for 4-5 hours.   If you experience discolored water, flush out your system by running your cold water from the highest point in your house for at least 10 minutes. If problems persist, call 978-762-0231.

DANVERS MOVES TO SEASONAL LEVEL 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS

Posted on May 1, 2019

On May 1, the Town of Danvers will move to Level 2 - Seasonal Conditions of our Outdoor Water Use Restrictions policy.  This means Outdoor Lawn and Garden Watering is allowed between the hours of 7:00 PM & 8:00 AM ONLY. These water restrictions were instituted when the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) mandated...

2019 ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION FRIDAY April 26, 2019

Posted on April 24, 2019

An Arbor Day tree planting ceremony will be held at the Holten Richmond Middle School, 55 Conant St, Danvers on Friday April 26, 2019 at 10am in celebration of Arbor Day.  There will be representative students of the school participating in the ceremony as well as planting the Sugar Maple tree donated by the Danvers...

2018 Water Quality Report Available

Posted on April 16, 2019

The Danvers Annual Water Quality Report for 2018 is now available. If you have any questions, please call the Water Treatment Plant Manager, Jason McCarthy, at 978-774-5054. 2018 Water Quality Report

Water Main Flushing 2019 Program Resumes

Posted on April 5, 2019

The Water Division will resume its annual flushing program of the water distribution system on Monday, April 8, weather permitting. Flushing is done annually in the spring to remove sediment which has settled out and collected in the system during the past year. We expect flushing to take approximately 4 weeks to complete. A combination...

First Yard Waste Pickup of Season is next week

Posted on April 1, 2019

Yard Waste pickup for the season starts next week. Pickup is on your trash/recycling day. Please follow these rules and have your yard waste out by 7:00 AM to ensure pickup. • Place unlimited yard waste in open barrels separated from your trash or in paper yard waste bags (no larger than 45 gallons or...

Water Main Flushing Program 2019

Posted on March 22, 2019

The Water Division will be conducting its annual flushing program of the water distribution system beginning on Monday, March 25, weather permitting. By having the program start the last week of March, there may be days in which flushing may not occur due to the potential of the water freezing on the roadway. Flushing is...

WATER DIVISION UPDATE

Posted on March 19, 2019

On Wednesday, March 20 starting at 8:30AM, water will be shut down at the below locations to replace a hydrant valve:   *Sylvan Street between Ash & Collins Streets *Pine Street between Sylvan Street & McDermott Farm Road   This water shut down is expected to last from 4-6 hours.  If you experience discolored water...

The Danvers Winter Parking Ban has ended

Posted on March 4, 2019

The Danvers Winter Parking Ban has ended. Thank you for your cooperation as we cleared the roads from the storm.

Winter Parking Ban will be in effect from 1:00 AM – 6:00 AM on Monday, March 4

Posted on March 3, 2019

Winter Parking Ban will be in effect as of 1:00 AM on Monday, March 4. This ban prohibits on-street parking throughout the Town from 1:00 AM to 6:00 AM. This ban will remain in effect until all winter operations related to the storm are completed. The Danvers DPW will notify you when the ban has...

Parking Ban Ended

Posted on March 2, 2019

The Danvers Winter Parking Ban has ended. Thank you for your cooperation as we cleared the roads from the storm.

Winter Parking Ban in Effect starting at 1:00 AM

Posted on February 12, 2019

Winter Parking Ban will be in effect as of 1:00 AM on Wednesday, February 13. This ban prohibits on-street parking throughout the Town from 1:00 AM to 6:00 AM. This ban will remain in effect until all winter operations related to the storm are completed. The Danvers DPW will notify you when the ban has...

Danvers Winter Parking Ban

Posted on December 4, 2018

When is it?   The winter parking ban may be enacted from December 1 to April 1 if weather conditions warrant. How is parking affected?   The Danvers Winter Parking Ban for “normal” operations prohibits on-street parking between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM only if the parking ban is implemented.  During a “major” winter storm, the parking...

Discolored Water Issues

Posted on November 30, 2018

The Water Division continues to battle discolored water issues due to Manganese from Well 2. This water will not cause health hazards even though it appears dirty. We currently have 3 crews out flushing various areas of Town to clear the discoloration in the system as quickly as possible.. If you have concerns, please contact...

Catch Basin Cleaning

Posted on October 12, 2018

BMC Will be in Town for the next two weeks cleaning 1,200 catch basins. They will be starting in the Northfield area. We will update their location as information becomes available. If you have any questions, please contact the Street Division at 978-762-0231.

Locust Street & Wenham Street Sewer Main Cleaning

Posted on October 12, 2018

National Water Main Cleaning Company is scheduled to continue with sewer cleaning and investigative work on Saturday, October 13 from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Due to the nature of this type of construction, you will experience some temporary inconveniences such as noise, small vibrations and temporary traffic controls used to circumvent your vehicles around the equipment....

Water Treatment Plant Repairs Completed

Posted on October 12, 2018

Please be advised that the Water Treatment Plant is back up and running. Water in the distribution system will be changing direction, so sediment in the pipes is expected to stir and you may experience discolored water. The water is safe to use and drink. If you experience discolored water, please flush out your system...

Water Treatment Plant Repairs

Posted on October 9, 2018

Please be advised that the Water Treatment Plant is undergoing repairs due to a pump failure. In the interim, water for the Towns of Danvers & Middleton is being supplied by our wells and Danvers will be purchasing water from the Salem/Beverly Water District. Water in the pipes will be changing direction, so sediment in...

DANVERS MOVES TO LEVEL 1 – NORMAL WINTER CONDITIONS

Posted on September 27, 2018

On October 1, the Town of Danvers moves to Level 1 – Normal Winter Conditions of our Outdoor Water Use Restrictions policy. This means that there are no longer water restrictions in place. This level normally runs from October 1 through April 30. The Town would like to thank its residents for following these water...

Peak Events August 28 & 29

Posted on August 28, 2018

Danvers Peak Savings Program is calling an EMERGENCY Peak Event TODAY, Tuesday, August 28 from 3:00 - 7:00 PM. Please conserve energy during this time. An e-mail notification will be sent to subscribers shortly - there's no need to sign up if you've participated in the past. We also anticipate another Peak Event tomorrow, Wednesday,...

WATER MAIN BREAK

Posted on August 22, 2018

Water Main Break at 10 Liberty Street at Conant & Burley Sts (in front of Yellow Barn). 2 buildings on Liberty St and 1 on Orchard will be without water for approximately 6 hours. A 100 foot section of Liberty Street that bears right onto Conant is shut down. You can expect delays.

DANVERS MOVES TO LEVEL 4 WATER RESTRICTIONS

Posted on June 18, 2018

The Town of Danvers announces an increase in outdoor water use restrictions to Level 4. This means outdoor watering with sprinklers and/or irrigation systems is allowed on Tuesday and Saturday ONLY from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Hand watering (hand held hoses with nozzles and watering cans) is allowed anytime. Car washing is also allowed....

Smith Elementary Community Forum 5-3-18

Posted on May 1, 2018

The Town of Danvers invites you to join us at a Community Forum to learn about the progress of the Ivan G. Smith Elementary School Builing Project. Please join us on Thursday, May 3 from 7:30-8:30pm at the Smith Elementary Media Center at 15 Lobao Drive to add your voices to the conversation about educational...

Small Business Mercury Products Collection

Posted on April 19, 2018

On Wednesday, April 25  from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Small Businesses can bring their mercury containing products to the Danvers Transfer Station on East Coast Road.  Covanta Energy will be collecting these products free of charge for proper disposal. Items being collected include: Thermostats Thermometers Fluorescent Lighting Button Cell Batteries Elemental Mercury Barometers Blood...

PUBLIC MEETING: 71 PURCHASE STREET – BROWN POND

Posted on April 17, 2018

Public Meeting Site Staging Map Public meeting_Brown_Pond_04-23-18presentation_skingFINAL SF_FS_AshSt_FAQ The Danvers DPW and Public Health Department, along with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, will hold a public informational meeting regarding Brown Pond at the Riverside Elementary School, 95 Liberty Street, on Monday, April 23, 2018 at 6:30 PM. All abutters are encouraged to attend a brief informational...

Water Main Flushing is now in Zone 3

Posted on April 9, 2018

Water Main Flushing is now in Zone 3. For more information and to see where we are flushing in real time, please click the link below. Water Main Flushing Program

Water Main Flushing is now in Zone 2

Posted on April 5, 2018

Water Main Flushing is now in Zone 2. For more information and to see where we are flushing in real time, please click the link below. Water Main Flushing Program

Yard Waste Pickup starts next week

Posted on April 3, 2018

Yard Waste pickup for the season starts next week. Pickup is on your trash/recycling day. Please follow these rules and have your yard waste out by 7:00 AM to ensure pickup. • Place unlimited yard waste in open barrels separated from your trash or in paper yard waste bags (no larger than 45 gallons or...

Water Main Flushing Program 2018

Posted on March 27, 2018

The Water Division will be conducting its annual flushing program of the water distribution system beginning on Monday, March 26, weather permitting. By having the program start the last week of March, there may be days in which flushing may not occur due to the potential of the water freezing on the roadway. Flushing is...

2018 ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION

Posted on March 22, 2018

Friday April 27, 2018 9:00 AM @ Riverside School 95 Liberty Street, Danvers MA An Arbor Day tree planting ceremony will be held at the Riverside Elementary School on Friday April 27, 2018 at 9:00 AM in celebration of Arbor Day. There will be representative students of the school participating in the ceremony as well...

Trash & Recycling Delay

Posted on March 9, 2018

JRM was unable to finish both Thursday & Friday routes today. The remaining routes will be picked up tomorrow, Saturday, March 10. Routes affected include: * Locust St area from Neal Rd to Danvers Square * East Danvers area * Folly Hill (former King's Grant) area Thank you for your patience as we continue to...

Danvers DPW to host Storm Debris Drop Off Area for branches and tree material

Posted on March 9, 2018

Due to the large number of trees and limbs down from the last few storms, the Danvers DPW will be allowing Danvers residents to bring loose branches and tree material ONLY to Plains Park near Holten Richmond Middle School at the intersection of Damon and Porter Streets for recycling.   Drop off will be allowed...

Power outage update

Posted on March 8, 2018

Danvers currently has 10 broken utility poles and 180 different incidents reported due to downed wires as a result of the heavy wet snow with this storm. All Danvers Electric crews are in the field and private crews have been called in. We are prioritizing calls based on severity and will get to each issue...

Trash & recycling pickup has been canceled today, Thursday, March 8

Posted on March 8, 2018

Trash & recycling pickup has been canceled today, Thursday, March 8. Thursday & Friday routes will both be picked up tomorrow, Friday, March 9. Please have your items out by 7 am and clear of any snow. Stay safe today!

Trash & Recycling Schedule Update

Posted on January 5, 2018

Friday's trash & recycling pickup routes will follow the holiday schedule and will be picked up on Saturday. If your trash & recycling gets missed, please hold your items until next week. There will be unlimited trash pickup next week for these routes. Thank you.

Winter Parking Ban has Ended

Posted on January 5, 2018

Winter Parking Ban has ended. Thank you for your cooperation as we cleared the roads from the storm.  

Trash & Recycling Update

Posted on January 5, 2018

Clarification for curbside pickup. Wednesday & Thursday routes will be picked up today. Friday routes will be picked up Saturday. If your trash & recycling gets missed, hold your items until next week. There will be unlimited trash pickup next week for these routes.