Current News

Flag of Israel to be Raised at City Hall - Tues, May 14, 11:30am


PRESS RELEASE Raising of the Flag of Israel 2024.pdf 

INTERSECTION CLOSED May 9 - May 10


The Intersection of Winslow Street and Franklin Street will be closed on May 9 due to construction.  The intersection will reopen around midday on May 10.

Franklin Street Service Interruption


Press Release Temporary Service Interruption Franklin Street 

Franklin Closed Between May 7 and May 9


Franklin Street - between Flower Avenue East and Keyes Avenue will be closed May 7-9.

Water Hydrant Flushing to begin May 5, 2024


2024 Hydrant Flushing Press Release with Schedule.pdf 

City of Watertown Proposed Budget FY 24-25


Proposed Budget FY 24-25.pdf  Press release - Proposed FY 24-25 Budget.pdf 

ARCADE ST. CLOSED-----WASHINGTON and COURT STREET CONSTRUCTION


On April 15, 2024, Arcade St. between Arsenal and Court St. will be closed for an indeterminate time while work is completed at Lachenauer Plaza.  Additionally, construction will resume on Washington St. and Court St.

WINSLOW STREET - CONSTRUCTION


Winslow Street will have traffic delays on April 15, 2024 - July 19, 2024 due to construction.

The City is receiving $1 million to support the construction of a new water treatment (DBP)


Latest City News- Water Treatment Improvements.pdf 

Court Street Reconstruction - Public Information Video


Click here to learn more about the Court Street reconstruction project, including information about reverse angled parking and other aspects of the project.

Property Maintenance Code of New York State: Premises Identfication


PRESS RELEASE - Premises Identification.pdf