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1. What are the hours of operation at the Municipal Services Facility?

This facility is a five day a week drop off center for residents; Tuesday – Saturday for recycling and construction debris. Hours are 7:00 am to 11:45 am, and 12:45 pm – 3:15 pm. We do not accept hazardous waste.

2. Can I bring in grass clippings?

We will not accept grass clippings and the carter will not pick them up. The homeowner should mulch them back into the soil.

3. What can I recycle?

Please see the Refuse and Recycling Calendar

Refuse & Recycling Calendar Page

4. Can I bring in motor oil, batteries, or old license plates?

Yes, there is no charge.

5. Can I bring in my old antifreeze?

Yes, but there is an $1 per gallon fee.

6. Can I throw out kerosene, gasoline, liquid chemicals?

We will not accept them at the MSF.

7. My snow was not removed, what do I do now?

The Highway Department is in charge of snow removal.

8. What can I do with my used syringes?

They must be put into a container such as an empty shampoo bottle, soda bottle, etc. and disposed of with the regular garbage. Do not put with the recycling.

9. What can I do with old paint cans?

Old newspapers or kitty litter should be put into the can to absorb any old paint that is not already dried up. It then can be put into the garbage for pick up by the Carter.

10. What recyclable can I bring to the recycling center?

All metal, newspapers, cardboard, brush, leaves, branches, firewood or mixed recyclables can be brought in at no charge to the homeowner.

11. Where can I obtain a recycling container?

Recycling containers can be purchased at the Municipal Services Facility. Containers are re-sold at the town's cost.

12. Who is my carter? When is bulk pick up?

Furniture, appliances and other bulk items are not collected with your regular trash, they are picked up by your carter. Large household appliances can be picked by calling (631) 269-4548.

Refuse & Recycling Calendar Page

13. Who picks up yard waste?

The Highway Department will pick up leaves and brush.

14. Who will pick up my old sheetrock, old wood, cement, bathtub, sink, toilet, etc.?

This is considered construction debris and it is the responsibility of the homeowner to dispose of. Residents may bring the debris to us for a fee: 0-100 lbs (minimum charge) $6.00, 101 lbs and up - $.06 cents a pound or $120 per ton or have their contractor dispose of it elsewhere.

15. Will the Carter pick up my old car tires?

No, old tires can be dropped off at a tire retailer.

16. I would like to dispose of some furniture and/or appliances, what do I need to do?

Furniture, appliances and other bulk items are not collected with your regular trash, they are picked up by your carter. Please call (631) 269-4548 to arrange for pickup of large household appliances.

Refuse & Recycling Calendar Page