Volunteer Tree Planting
Last Updated: October 1, 2020
The City will be hosting a volunteer tree planting opportunity at Northend Greenway. Members of the community are invited to participate in the tree planting event.
Special Event
Current Size: 80%
Rain Barrel Workshop
The City of Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley Soil and Water Conservation District will be hosting a Rain Barrel Workshop at the Westover Cecil F. Gilkerson Community Activities Center.
Pleasant Valley Road Improvement Public Hearing
Last Updated: April 8, 2016
The City of Harrisonburg is holding a Design Public Hearing at Pleasant Valley Elementary School to inform the public about the Pleasant Valley Road Improvements Project.
CleanStream Announcements
Annual Blacks Run Clean Up Day and Arbor Day Event Info and Registration
Events and Workshops - See what's happening locally!
We are always looking for volunteers to help with small group stream cleanups!
Leaf Collection Schedule
Last Updated: December 28, 2022
The annual curbside leaf collection is underway in Harrisonburg. Leaf collection continues for six weeks (weather permitting). The entire schedule is posted online.
Planning a Special Event
Last Updated: January 12, 2023
The City has several venues available for special events. If you'd like to have a special event at a city venue or need a street closing for a special event, download the application and follow the process to get approved by City Council.
How Do I Request Street Closings for Special Events?
Last Updated: June 6, 2016
To request the closure of a public street for any scheduled event of a non-emergency nature, please fill out the street closing application form.
Public Works
Last Updated: October 6, 2022
The mission of the Public Works Department is to enhance the quality of life of our citizens by providing efficient public services, protecting the public interest with good environmental policies, enforcing codes, and constructing, operating and maintaining the City's infrastructure.