The town of Ellington's public works department is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of town buildings, roads, and grass areas, including public parks. The public works department maintains, repairs, cleans and removes snow from all the public streets. It also maintains storm drains and town buildings that are not covered by the Board of Education, prepares and supervises the plans for sidewalk, street or building repairs, and cares for public grounds. It is also responsible for the town's recycling and garbage programs.