Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. The Town of Clarkstown provides residents with a comprehensive trash pick up system designed to keep neighborhoods clean, environmentally responsible, and well-organized. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about trash collection in Clarkstown.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Clarkstown
The Town of Clarkstown offers flexible garbage collection schedules for residents. Households can choose between three collection day combinations:
- Monday/Thursday
- Tuesday/Friday
- Wednesday/Saturday
Each home (1, 2, and 3-family residences) receives one official garbage collection sticker from the Tax Assessor’s Office. This sticker must be placed on the household garbage container, and additional stickers are available for a fee.
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Container Requirements
- Maximum container size: 48 gallons
- Maximum weight: 60 pounds
- Must have an official collection sticker
- Must be covered
- All garbage must be bagged and contained inside the container
Placement and Timing
- Place containers outside the night before scheduled pick-up
- Containers can be placed at the curb or for “side door pick-up” within 125 feet of the street
- Remove empty containers after collection
Recycling Services
While specific recycling details are not extensively covered in the provided documents, residents are encouraged to visit the town’s website for comprehensive recycling guidelines.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Clarkstown offers a monthly bulk pick-up service with specific guidelines:
Acceptable Bulk Items
- Refrigerators and freezers (doors removed)
- Washing machines and dryers
- Water heaters
- Room air conditioners
- Limited furniture (1 sofa, 2 chairs)
- Storm/screen windows (up to 10)
- Interior doors (up to 4)
- Carpeting (rolled/tied, less than 3 feet, 20 roll limit)
Bulk Pick-Up Volume Limits
- Total volume: 10 feet length x 6 feet width x 4 feet high
- Loose items must be bagged or bundled
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
No garbage or recycling collection on:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
On holidays, twice the normal quantity will be collected on the next pick-up day.
How to Find or Request Services
- Contact: (845) 639-2000
- Address: 10 Maple Avenue, New City, NY 10956
- Website: clarkstown.gov
- Follow social media for updates and notices
Important Notes for Residents
- Home improvement contractors are responsible for removing their own debris
- Electronic equipment must be disposed of at the Rockland County Household Hazardous Waste Site
Clarkstown’s trash pick up services are designed to keep the community clean, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By following these guidelines, residents can ensure smooth waste collection and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable town.
FAQ
What items are bulk pick up at Clarkstown?A modest amount of building material (up to two 50-pound bundles, under 5 feet in length) generated by the do-it-yourself homeowner will be collected. Refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, water heaters, microwaves, stoves/ranges, room air-conditioners, push lawn mowers/snow blowers (gas removed), treadmills.
What holidays are trash pickup in Dade County?Waste collection service is provided, rain or shine, except on these holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day and Christmas Day, as observed by Miami-Dade County.
Why hasn’t my garbage been picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
What holidays is waste Pro closed?
- Holidays Observed in 2021.
- New Year’s Day – January 1st. Memorial Day – May 31st.
- *Independence Day – July 4th (Sunday)
- Labor Day – September 6th. …
- On these days: If you receive twice a week garbage pick-up, your service will be skipped. …
- *Service will run as normally scheduled Monday – Saturday.
The Town’s bulk pickup program is a monthly service performed by your carter on the Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday that coincides with your regular garbage
https://www.clarkstown.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-Garbage-Bulk-Flyer-final.pdf
Collection of household garbage is performed twice a week on the following two days: Monday/Thursday; Tuesday/Friday; or. Wednesday/Saturday. Our contract with