
City of Bellwood
Bellwood Public Works
Clean water, safe streets, dependable collection, and well kept parks for every neighborhood in Bellwood.
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News and Notices
View all noticesWater and Sewer DivisionUrgent notice
Emergency water main repair on Elm Street
Crews are repairing a broken water main between 4th Avenue and 6th Avenue. Expect low water pressure in the surrounding blocks through the end of the day. Elm Street is closed to through traffic while repairs are underway.
Water and Sewer Division
Boil water notice lifted for the Northside district
Water quality testing following last week's main repair has confirmed the Northside district's water supply meets all safety standards. The boil water notice issued on October 19, 2026 is no longer in effect.
Water and Sewer Division
Boil water advisory issued for the Northside district
Following the water main repair on Elm Street, a precautionary boil water advisory is in effect for the Northside district, bounded by 4th Avenue, Birch Street, and the rail corridor. Residents should bring tap water to a rolling boil for one minute before drinking or cooking until testing confirms the system is clear.
Water and Sewer Division
Bid solicitation: Oakhill lift station rehabilitation
Bellwood Public Works is soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors for the rehabilitation of the Oakhill sewer lift station, including pump replacement and electrical upgrades. Bid documents are available from the Purchasing Office. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on November 20, 2026.
Upcoming Meetings
View all meetingsCity Council Regular Meeting
, 6:30 PM
Council Chambers, Bellwood City Hall, 100 Municipal Way
Agenda for City Council Regular Meeting (PDF)Planning Commission Meeting
, 5:30 PM
Council Chambers, Bellwood City Hall, 100 Municipal Way
Agenda for Planning Commission Meeting (PDF)Parks and Recreation Board Meeting
, 4:00 PM
Community Room, Eastside Recreation Center, 415 Birch Street
Agenda for Parks and Recreation Board Meeting (PDF)Stormwater Advisory Committee Meeting
, 6:00 PM
Public Works Annex, 220 Industrial Parkway
Agenda for Stormwater Advisory Committee Meeting (PDF)
Services
View all services- UtilitiesWater and Sewer ServicesStart, stop, or transfer water service, and report water quality or sewer backup concerns.
- InfrastructureStreets and SidewalksReport potholes, cracked sidewalks, faded crosswalks, or request a traffic study.
- PermittingBuilding Permits and InspectionsApply for residential and commercial building permits, and schedule required inspections.
- SanitationWaste and Recycling CollectionFind your collection day, order bins, and learn what belongs in each cart.
- CommunityParks and RecreationReserve a park pavilion, register for recreation programs, or report park maintenance needs.
- Seasonal ServicesSnow and Ice RemovalCheck plow routes, snow emergency rules, and sidewalk clearing requirements.
Capital Projects
View all projectsA look at active infrastructure work happening around Bellwood.
- In Construction
Bridge Street Resurfacing
Streets Division
- Budget
- $1.4 million
- Timeline
- July 2026 through December 2026
- Design
Oakhill Lift Station Rehabilitation
Water and Sewer Division
- Budget
- $2.1 million
- Timeline
- Design July 2026 through March 2027, construction July 2027 through January 2028
- In Construction
Eastside Trail Extension, Phase Two
Parks and Recreation
- Budget
- $980,000
- Timeline
- August 2026 through July 2027
See a problem? Let us know.
Report potholes, streetlight outages, missed collections, illegal dumping, and other non-emergency issues. Most requests are reviewed by the responsible division within one business day.
For emergencies that threaten life or property, call 911.
Popular Forms
View all forms- Residential Building Permit Application
PDF · 210 KB
- Park Pavilion Reservation Form
PDF · 158 KB
- General Service Request Form
PDF · 112 KB
- New Water Service Application
PDF · 148 KB
Contact Public Works
- Address
- 100 Municipal Way
Bellwood, ST 55501 - Phone
- (555) 011-2200
TTY: (555) 011-2299 - Office hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Closed on observed city holidays.