Government Type
Leader of Worcester Government
The Mayor
Leader of Worcester's Daily Operations
The City Manager
The department responsible for health services
Public Health
Because it is located near the geographic center of Massachusetts, Worcester is known by this nickname.
What is the 'Heart of the Commonwealth'
What is the waterway that connected land-locked Worcester to the ports of Providence, Rhode Island?
Blackstone Canal
The legislative body of Worcester government
City Council
How do City Council members, School Committee members, and the mayor get their positions?
Elections
The Department responsible for trees
Forestry
Where is Worcester's Government located?
City Hall
Why is Worcester called the 'Heart of the Commonwealth?'
Worcester is the largest city located in Central Massachusetts.
The group of people elected to run Worcester Public Schools...
School Committee
How many districts is the School Committee divided into?
6 Districts
The department responsible for schools
Public Schools
When was Worcester founded as a city?
February 29th, 1848
Which professional baseball team was established in Worcester BEFORE the Worcester Red Sox?
The Worcester Bravehearts
What are the parts of the city government that help run the city by providing specific services?
Departments
City Council is divided into how many districts...
5 Districts
The department responsible for public spaces
Department of Public Works & Projects
Who leads Worcester Public Schools
Brian Allen
When was Worcester incorporated as a town?
1722
Plan E - Manager / Council
What is a City Councilor-at-Large
A City Councilor who represents the entire city
The department responsible for affordable housing
Housing & Neighborhood Development
What is the lowest level court system located in Worcester, MA?
Worcester District Court
What is/was one of the oldest public parks established in the United States? It is located in Worcester.
Elm Park