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Public Works

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1. Why did you take my trash can?

The Department of Public Works will NEVER remove your garbage can, unless you clearly label it for disposal: "Trash - Please Take." Should your City-issued Toter go missing, please know that while we did not remove it, we will happily replace it. Call 301/985-5032 and leave a message stating your address and how to best reach you during the day.

2. How do I schedule to have my refrigerator, hot water heater, stove, or other appliance picked up?

Contact the Department of Public Works at 301-985-5032 to schedule your pick up. For more information....

3. My recycling was not picked up on my collection day. What should I do?

If you have questions or concerns about your recycling collection please call the Prince George's County Office of Recycling at 301-952-7630. More...

4. What is the bulk trash phone number for Prince George’s County?

301-952-7600. More...

5. Is yard waste collected year round?

Yes. Yard waste is collected year round and brought to the Prince George’s County Yard Waste Composting Facility. More...

6. The street light near my home is not working. What should I do?

Report the outage to PEPCO at 1-877-737-2662).

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7. There is a stop sign down and I’m afraid someone will get hurt. What should I do?

Please call the Hyattsville City Police non-emergency number, 301-985-5060 and report the missing sign. More...

8. There is water coming up from the street who should I call?

Please contact the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission at 301-402-4002.

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9. Who maintains my Street?

The streets in Hyattsville are under the control of either the City of Hyattsville, Prince George’s County or the Maryland State Highway Administration. More...

10. When I lose power who should I contact?

You should contact PEPCO at 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662). More...

11. My City-issued refuse cart is missing what should I do?

First check and see if your neighbors have your cart. Each cart has a unique serial number. If after checking with your neighbors the refuse cart is not located please report that it has been stolen to the Hyattsville City Police non-emergency number, 301-985-5060. After you have reported it stolen use the Request a refuse Cart Form to request another refuse cart. Request a refuse cart form