Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Marlboro Township
In New Jersey, municipal refuse and recycling routes operate weekly. Your exact collection days are determined by your local borough or township.
State Mandate
The NJ Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act requires all residents to separate designated recyclables.
Varies by private hauler Bin (Trash)
Because trash is fully privatized, residents must follow the specific container size, color, and weight limits established by their independently contracted private hauler.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Standard non-recyclable refuse
- ✓Dried latex paint cans (lids removed)
Resident-provided or hauler-issued Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables are collected every other week by the township's contracted hauler based on your designated zone. Bins must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m.
Accepted Items
- ✓Commingled plastics, glass, and aluminum
- ✓Tin and steel cans
- ✓Cardboard and clean paper products
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Household batteries
- ✕Rechargeable batteries
- ✕Medical waste or sharps
- ✕Propane tanks
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves and brush must be placed in separate piles at the curb according to the DPW's published schedule. They cannot be comingled.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Annually (Spring Clean-Up) or year-round via drop-off
Placement
For the spring pickup, place items curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your zone's designated date. For drop-offs, you must obtain a free bulk permit from the township.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Large non-metal household items
- ✓ Carpeting
- ✓ General bulky refuse
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Leaves and brush
- ✕ Liquid paint
The annual Spring Clean-Up is a tax-funded municipal service. Utilizing the Recycling Center for bulk drops requires a free-of-charge bulk permit.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
For the municipal recycling program, there are no pickups on major holidays. Residents will be notified of postponed collections via Township email and social media. Regular trash holidays depend entirely on your private hauler.
Yard Waste Exception
The DPW Recycling Center on Township Drive is closed on all municipal holidays.
Residents are highly encouraged to sign up for Marlboro Township email alerts for the most up-to-date schedule shifts and weather emergency instructions.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Never Comingle Yard Debris
Leaves and brush must be kept in entirely separate piles. Mixing them prevents the DPW from collecting them, and the uncollected debris can quickly clog storm drains and lead to localized street flooding.
Latex Paint Belongs in the Trash
Never put old latex paint in the recycling bin or out for bulk pickup. Simply remove the lid, let the paint dry out and harden completely, and throw the can into your private household garbage.
Keep Batteries Out of Recycling
Standard household batteries (like AA and AAA) should be tossed directly into your regular private trash. Rechargeable and cell phone batteries are fire hazards and must be taken to retail drop-offs like Home Depot or Lowe's.
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayThe highly anticipated Spring Clean-Up bulk collection takes place zone by zone. Check the DPW schedule to find your zone's exact curbside week for discarding large household items.
Fall
October - NovemberCurbside leaf collection is underway. Ensure leaves are raked to the curb line but keep them entirely clear of storm drains to prevent autumnal flooding and water backup.
Winter
December - MarchThe DPW advises residents to remove all bins and bulk items from the curb prior to snowfall. The township is not responsible for receptacles that are damaged by snowplows during winter storm clearing.
About Marlboro Township Waste Management
Privatized Household Trash Collection
In Marlboro Township, residents are responsible for managing their own household solid waste. The local government does not provide municipal trash pickup. Instead, homeowners must independently contract with private haulers operating in the area, such as Republic Services, Waste Management, or local cartage companies. As a result, your trash collection day, bin requirements, and holiday schedule will be dictated by your chosen provider.
Municipal Bi-Weekly Recycling Zones
While garbage is handled privately, the Marlboro Department of Public Works steps in to manage residential recycling. The township contracts a private hauler to collect single-stream recyclables every other week. Collection is organized into specific recycling zones. Residents should have their commingled plastics, glass, aluminum, and paper at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on their scheduled zone day.
The Annual Spring Cleanup Program
Marlboro offers a major convenience to its residents in the form of the annual Spring Clean-Up. Once a year, typically in April and May, the DPW schedules a massive curbside bulk waste collection, rotating through the municipal zones. This is the primary time large furniture and heavy household items are collected at the curb without requiring a private dumpster rental.
Year-Round Recycling Center Access
If you miss the Spring Clean-Up or generate excess waste throughout the year, the Marlboro Township Recycling Center at 1979 Township Drive is your go-to destination. Residents can drop off everything from brush and leaves to old propane tanks (provided the valve has been left open for at least 24 hours). If you plan to drop off bulk items, you must first secure a free bulk permit from the township.
Strict Separation for Yard Debris
The township handles seasonal yard waste directly, scheduling specific curbside pickup dates for leaves and brush. However, the DPW maintains a strict rule: leaves and brush must never be comingled. If they are mixed, the piles will be rejected and left at the curb. Debris left in the streets past the collection window creates serious hazards by impeding storm water flow and exacerbating local flooding conditions.
Drop-off Facilities
Marlboro Township Recycling Center
1979 Township Drive, Marlboro, NJ 07746
Materials Accepted
Monmouth County Reclamation Center
6000 Asbury Avenue, Tinton Falls, NJ 07753
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Marlboro Township provide municipal garbage collection?
No, the township does not provide municipal garbage collection. Residents must independently contract with a private solid waste hauling company, such as Republic Services, Waste Management, or a local provider, for routine household trash.
How does recycling work in Marlboro?
While garbage is completely private, the Marlboro Department of Public Works manages a municipal recycling program through a contracted private hauler. Single-stream recyclables are collected every other week based on your specific designated recycling zone.
When is bulk trash picked up in Marlboro?
The township provides one curbside bulk pickup per year during the annual 'Spring Clean-Up' program, scheduled by zone. Outside of this spring window, residents can drop off bulk items at the Township Recycling Center on Township Drive by obtaining a free bulk permit.
How should I dispose of yard waste like leaves and branches?
Leaves and brush are collected by the DPW on specific dates throughout the year. It is strictly required that leaves and brush are not comingled. Mixed piles will be rejected and could lead to localized street flooding if they block storm drains.