PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Repair work is currently underway to address a water main break that has occurred at the intersection of Pearl Street and Fenn Street due to private utility construction work.
Due to this, City Hall and 100 North Street will be closed for the remainder of the day. The city anticipates reopening City Hall and the offices at 100 North Street tomorrow, May 12, for normal business hours.
Water service in the area will be temporarily shut off while repairs are underway.
Residents are encouraged to conduct their city business using the city's website, www.cityofpittsfield.org, and the drop box located in the rear parking lot of City Hall. Email addresses for each department
are located on the city's website.
When water service returns, discoloration may occur. If residents experience discoloration in water, they are encouraged to run cold water in faucets until water clears up.
If discoloration does not improve, please contact the Water Department at (413) 499-9339.
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Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: April 22 to 25
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On April 22, the first course of paving will take place on Backman Avenue and Jason Street (from Friar Drive to West Street).
On April 23, the first course of paving will take place on Joseph Drive.
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