Responsibilities

Responsibilities that typically fall under a public works department include:

• Environmental Assistance - Compost bins, rain barrels, drought information, etc.
• Solid Waste Services
  • Bulk Item
  • Garbage
  • Recycle
  • Yard Waste
• Storm Water Services are a function of Mecklenburg County
  Visit StormWater.CharMeck.org to obtain information regarding activities undertaken to protect and restore water quality in our storm sewer systems, creeks and lakes, including volunteer opportunities. Report pollutions to 3-1-1
  

• Street Acceptance
  
  
• Street Light Outages
  
  
• Street Maintenance
  
  
• Water and Sewer Services are provided by Charlotte Water

Please note that not all of the above services are provided by the Town of Cornelius. However, you will find information on this site regarding any of the above services.

Cankerworms and Prevention

Contact

Public Works staff are usually in the field, so you are encouraged to email or call 704-895-5212 with any questions, comments, or concerns. Public Works office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm.