June 25, 2020 8:53 AM
Sanitation Collection Update
Sanitation Collection Reminders:
BULK AND METAL COLLECTION:
Bulk garbage and metal pickups have resumed by appointment only. Residents choosing to use this service must call the DPW office at (914) 989-1581 or (914) 989-1580 to schedule a collection. Appointments are scheduled for bulk items on Thursdays or Fridays and metal items on Tuesdays. Collections are limited to 2-3 items. Please be aware that there is a high demand for collection appointments, with limited slots per week, we ask for your patience as we begin scheduling.
Residents that are doing “spring-clean-up” and find they have more than the allowed 2-3 items should seek services of a private carting service or junk removal company. Many of these firms provide opportunities for re-use of your discarded items.
When purchasing a large item, such as a mattress, appliance, or furniture, check with your retailer about disposal options for your older item. Residents are encouraged to donate items when possible, try Furniture Sharehouse: https://furnituresharehouse.org/
E-WASTE DISPOSAL:
County regulations require mandatory recycling of all e-waste. This includes computers, TVs, printers, etc.
E-Waste is accepted at the Westchester County Household Materials Recovery Facility, located at 15 Woods Road, Valhalla, New York. Residents can reserve a time slot for appointments up to two weeks in advance. To make or cancel an appointment, call the Recycling Help Line at (914) 813-5425. More information can be found here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/facilities/h-mrf
For more information on the proper handling of electronic waste in Westchester, please visit the County website here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/residents/recycling-guidelines/electronics-monitors-tvs
ORGANIC YARD WASTE:
Organic waste pickup (i.e. leaves, cut up and tied branches, as per the Town Code) continues weekly – no appointment or call necessary. Just place your organic yard waste at the curb in open containers, or bundled and tied – no plastic! Please note:
Leaves and grass clippings must be in paper yard waste bags or open, reusable containers. Consider mulching for improved yard care.
Branches and twigs must be tied and bundled in small bundles – less than 4 feet long and bundle size total less than 2 feet across. No logs or stumps.
The Town does NOT pick up material from private contractors. For example, if you hire a contractor to remove a tree, they are responsible for hauling away the debris.
The Town does NOT collect debris from tree removals, or gardeners renovating a property.
AUTOMATED SIDE-ARM SERVICE REMINDERS:
Only material in the Town Issued cart is collected.
Do NOT pile garbage on top of the container. It will not be collected.
Do not place loose trash in the cart. Bag all debris.
Practice social distancing with your carts – keep them 3- feet apart/away from other objects.
RECYCLING REMINDERS:
NO PLASTIC BAGS! Place recyclables loosely in the Town issued recycling cart.
ONLY use the Town Issued cart or Bin
Need a larger recycling cart? Call us – we deliver! (914) 989-1581 or (914) 989-1580
Cardboard Boxes must be broken down into flat pieces.
Quick and simple way to flatten boxes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBkHYFNSKuU
Cardboard should be tied into bundles or placed in an open, reusable container. Keep the weight under 50-pounds. Paper is still collected manually by our Sanitation Workers. Keep it from blowing on windy days and help us by being aware.
ALL MATERIAL MUST BE AT THE STREET EDGE BY 7:00 am.
The Town DPW office is available to you at (914) 989-1581 or (914) 989-1580, or by email at dpw@greenburghny.com
As always, we are at your service. Thank you and be safe!!