Public Works
364 North Avenue East
908.709.7217
dpw@cranfordnj.org
Steve Wardell
Superintendent
Erik Hastrup
Assistant Superintendent
When there is 3"- 4" of snow or more we will begin to plow. Please remove your car from the street. Shovel after we plow if possible, so you do not have to shovel your driveway twice. There is no way to avoid plowing your driveway in we are sorry for the inconvenience.
Department of Public Works is responsible for street cleaning, snow removal, leaf collection, tree trimming, maintenance and custodial services for municipal buildings and properties.
Employees also respond to inquiries related to Township curbs, sidewalks, driveway aprons and road openings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who should I contact if the sewer drain in front of my house is clogged? A. Call our office and someone will be dispatched to check the problem.
Q. What do I do if there is a sewer back up at my house? A. DPW will check to see if it is a Township or homeowner responsibility.
Q. Who should I call about a pothole? A. Call our office and the request will be added to the repair list. Potholes will be fixed as our schedule permits. If the pothole is on a county road it will be referred to the County Engineering and Public Works offices.
Q. The tree in front of my property needs attention. Who should I call? A. Contact our office so that we can determine whether the tree is on Township or private property. If the tree is on Township property, we will submit a work order and schedule as time permits.
Q. What can be done if the sidewalk in front of my house is lifting? A. Contact our office so that we can determine if a Township tree is causing the sidewalk to lift.
Q. When is leaf pick up? A. Collection typically begins late October and runs through early December. The schedule is in the Cranford Township News mailed to every home in September.
Q. How soon can I rake leaves to the curb? A. Friday, Saturday and Sunday before your scheduled collection.
Q. Can I bag leaves for collection? A. Yes. Bag leaves in biodegradable paper leaf bags. Print "leaves" on the bag and place behind the curb on the grass. Do not place bags in the roadway.
