Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Chili
Trash Day
Residential trash collection is privately contracted; pickup days depend on your selected private waste hauler (e.g., Casella, Oaks Disposal).
Recycling
Recycling pickup days and frequencies are determined by your private waste service provider.
Yard Waste
Curbside brush collection is provided monthly by the Town Highway Department based on 4 zones: Zone 1 begins the 1st Monday of the month, Zone 2 begins the 2nd Monday, Zone 3 begins the 3rd Monday, and Zone 4 begins the 4th Monday.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (trash bins may be set out the day prior; brush must be set out by Sunday evening before your zone week)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
The Town of Chili does not provide municipal trash or recycling collection; homeowners must contract directly with a licensed private refuse hauler for regular cart and bulk trash pickup.
Billing Cycle
Varies (Private hauler billing is typically monthly or quarterly; Town brush and debris collection is funded via annual property taxes)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Phone, In Person, Night Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
No specific discounts listed for trash; Senior Citizen and STAR partial property tax exemptions are administered through the Chili Assessor's Office.
Provided by Private Hauler (Colors Vary) Bin (Trash)
Trash receptacles must not be placed at the curb before the day prior to your scheduled collection. All containers must be removed from the front yard by the end of your pickup day to comply with local code enforcement.
Accepted Items
- ✓Normal household refuse
- ✓Food packaging and wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable paper products
- ✓Styrofoam and soiled pizza boxes
Provided by Private Hauler (Colors Vary) Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loose and unbagged in the recycling cart. Ensure containers are empty and rinsed. Follow all Monroe County recycling guidelines provided by your specific hauler.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened corrugated cardboard
- ✓Office paper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Clamshell containers (berry boxes)
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, chains)
- ✕Batteries and electronics
- ✕Scrap metal or auto parts
Yard Waste Bin
Brush must be stacked neatly with cut ends facing the road. Logs, brush, and shrubs must be in completely separate piles. Do not bag yard waste in plastic. Keep piles away from fire hydrants and sidewalks.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree limbs (up to 18 feet long)
- ✓Logs (cut to 24 inches or shorter)
- ✓Brush and shrubs
- ✓Leaves (during seasonal sweeps)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand by request via your private hauler.
Placement
Place bulk items at the curb only after confirming a pickup date with your hauler. Do not put items out more than 24 hours in advance to avoid code enforcement warnings.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas and reclining chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Dining tables and dressers
- ✓ Rolled carpeting (varies by hauler)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and computer monitors
- ✕ Tires and auto parts
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquid paint
- ✕ Contractor construction debris
Bulk pickup fees vary entirely based on the private hauler you use. Electronic waste is banned from all curbside bulk collections and must be dropped off at the Monroe County Ecopark.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because trash is collected by private haulers, your exact holiday schedule will depend on the company you hire. Generally, if a major holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the remainder of that week are pushed back by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
The town's zone-based brush pickup operates on a full-week schedule, so brief Monday holidays may slightly delay the Highway Department fleet in reaching your specific street during your designated week.
Always check your specific private hauler's website (e.g., Casella, Waste Management) or annual mailer for exact holiday disruption protocols.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring to Fall
April - NovemberThe Highway Department's zone-based brush collection program is highly active. Verify whether your street falls into Zone 1, 2, 3, or 4 using the town's GIS map, and have your materials out by Sunday night of your week.
Winter
December - MarchTown snow plows frequently clear roads, which inevitably deposits snow windrows at the end of driveways. Keep your privately rented trash bins well clear of the road edge to prevent them from being knocked over or buried.
Fall
October - NovemberDuring heavy leaf drops, remember that bagged leaves should be placed in biodegradable paper lawn bags. The town prohibits the collection of yard clippings or leaves tied in plastic trash bags.
Local Tips & Community Info
Private Refuse and Recycling Collection
In the Town of Chili, household garbage and recycling collection is handled through an open-market system rather than a municipal fleet. Homeowners are responsible for selecting and hiring a private, licensed waste hauler to manage their weekly curbside pickups. Local providers operating in the area include Casella, Oaks Disposal Service, and Suburban Disposal. Because residents contract directly with these companies, collection days, bin sizes, and monthly rates will vary based on the specific provider you choose. It is highly recommended to compare services to find the best fit for your household's waste generation.
Highway Department Brush Collection
While weekly trash is handled privately, the Town of Chili Highway Department provides an excellent brush and tree limb collection service. The town is divided into four distinct geographical zones, with pickups occurring during a designated full week of each month. Zone 1 is serviced during the first week, Zone 2 during the second, and so forth. Residents must have all brush neatly stacked at the edge of the road by Sunday evening prior to their scheduled week. Tree limbs can be left as long as possible, up to 18 feet, but logs must be cut down to a maximum of 24 inches in length.
Fall Leaf Vacuum Program
Managing autumn foliage is made incredibly simple for Chili residents thanks to the town's seasonal leaf vacuum program. Starting in late September and running through the peak season in November, highway crews circulate through neighborhoods to remove loose leaves. Homeowners are strictly instructed not to bag their leaves in plastic or paper. Instead, leaves should be raked into long, continuous piles along the edge of the property, keeping them out of the concrete gutters and off the pavement. Ensure that no sticks, rocks, or other debris are mixed into the piles, as these hazards can severely damage the specialized vacuum equipment.
Town Drop-Off Facility and Give-Back Program
For residents who prefer to self-haul their yard debris or missed their zone's collection week, the town provides a convenient drop-off area located at 200 Beaver Road. This site is specifically designated for leaves and brush. Additionally, the Highway Department offers a fantastic material give-back program. Whenever the town has a surplus stockpile, residents can freely collect wood chips, leaf compost, and fill dirt from the Beaver Road facility to use in their personal home gardening and landscaping projects.
Bulk Items and Electronic Waste Disposal
Disposing of large bulk items such as old furniture, mattresses, or hazardous electronic waste falls outside the scope of the town's highway services. If you need to discard oversized items, you must coordinate a special bulk pickup directly with your chosen private refuse company, which often requires an additional fee. Refrigerators and air conditioners will not be collected by town crews unless a certified technician has properly removed the Freon and applied a red tag. For electronics and hazardous chemicals, residents should utilize Monroe County's specialized ecopark facility for safe and legal disposal.
Drop-off Facilities
Monroe County Ecopark
10 Avion Drive, Rochester, NY 14624 (Located in Chili)
Materials Accepted
Mill Seat Landfill
303 Brenner Road, Bergen, NY 14416
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Chili provide weekly garbage pickup?
No, the town does not employ municipal garbage trucks. Residents must independently contract with a private waste hauling company, such as Oaks Disposal or Casella, for their weekly trash and recycling needs.
How do I know which week the town will collect my brush?
Brush collection is divided into four zones based on your address. Zone 1 is picked up the first full week of the month, Zone 2 the second week, Zone 3 the third week, and Zone 4 the fourth week.
Should I put my fall leaves in paper bags for pickup?
No, the Town of Chili uses vacuum trucks for leaf collection. Residents should rake loose leaves to the edge of their property line, ensuring they are not placed in bags or mixed with branches.