FITCHBURG — Spring cleanup season is here, and Mayor Sam Squailia says she hopes people will join in for the upcoming 2026 Fitchburg City Cleanups.
“These cleanup days are a great way to get outside, meet neighbors, lend a hand, and help make Fitchburg cleaner, greener and more welcoming for everyone,” Squailia said. “Whether you can come to one event or several, your time and energy truly make a difference.”
“We are getting an early start this weekend with two kickoff cleanup efforts, and I hope you will join us,” she said.
Today, Saturday, April 11, from 8 to 11 a.m., the city and local volunteers will clean up Main Street, starting at City Hall, working their way down Main Street. They will clear sand and debris from sidewalks, picking up litter and preparing flowerpots and garden beds.
Then on Sunday, April 12, from 9 to 12 p.m., there will be a Ward 3 cleanup focused on the Rollstone and Electric Avenue roundabout, along with the Rollstone and 5th Mass Turnpike area. Ward 3 Councilor Bowen is helping lead that effort, and volunteers are looking forward to tackling both areas together.
For both of these kickoff events, feel free to bring brooms, shovels, blowers, yard waste bags, litter pickup supplies, work gloves or simply bring yourself.
“Every helping hand counts, and it is a great way to get some fresh air, get some steps in, and help beautify Fitchburg for our businesses, residents and visitors,” Squailia said.
City-sponsored cleanups
Saturday, April 11, from 8 to 11 a.m. — Main Street, downtown
Sunday, April 12, from 9 to 12 p.m. — Ward 3 and Rollstone roundabout
Saturday, April 18, 8 a.m. to noon — 44 Wanoosnoc Road (near the Water Street-Bemis Road Dollar Store)
Saturday, April 25, 8 a.m. to noon — British American Club, Stanley Park, 1 Simonds Road
Saturday, May 2, a.m. to noon — Daniels Street Park
Saturday, May 9, a.m. to noon — High and Pleasant Street
People are asked to bring friends, work gloves and a helping hand. The city will provide bags, plastic gloves and disposal support. Coffee, donuts, a light lunch and refreshments will be provided by Salvation Army Fitchburg.
“Every bag filled, every sidewalk cleared and every patch of litter removed helps show pride in our city,” Squailia said. “These events make a visible difference, and they remind all of us what we can accomplish when we work together.”
Officials said that home cleanouts are not accepted. LED and CRT TVs and monitors will be accepted for a $10 fee, and mattresses and box springs will be accepted for a $20 fee each.
“I hope to see many of you out there with us. Together, we can keep Fitchburg beautiful … one cleanup at a time,” Squailia said.
For questions, contact the Health Department at 978-829-1870 or the Mayor’s Office at [email protected].
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