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
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Keep Piles Strictly Separated
When setting out yard waste for the Town Highway Department, you must separate brush, thick logs, and shrubs into distinct piles. The town uses different machinery for different materials, and mixed piles will be skipped.
No Contractor Yard Debris
The town's monthly brush pickup is strictly for residential pruning. If you hire a commercial tree service or landscaper to remove a whole tree or clear land, the contractor is legally responsible for hauling away all generated waste.
Avoid Storm Drain Blockages
Never sweep or blow grass clippings and leaves into the street or storm swales. Not only does this violate Town of Chili stormwater management codes, but the organic decay pollutes local waterways.
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.
About Chili Waste Management
Private Hauler Subscription Model in Chili
Unlike some neighboring municipalities that offer taxpayer-funded garbage pickup, the Town of Chili operates on a private subscription basis for all standard household refuse and recycling. Residents must independently research and contract with a permitted private hauler—such as Casella, Waste Management, or Seyrek Disposal—to handle their weekly curbside collections. As a result, your specific pickup day and monthly costs are entirely dictated by the company you hire.
Town-Operated Monthly Brush Zones
While household trash is privatized, the Chili Highway Department provides an exceptional monthly brush collection service from spring through fall. To maintain efficiency, the town is divided into four geographical pickup zones. Zone 1 is serviced during the first full week of the month, Zone 2 during the second week, and so forth. Residents must have their neatly stacked brush at the edge of the road by Sunday night of their designated week.
Monroe County Ecopark Convenience
Since hazardous materials, electronics, and old televisions are banned from your private hauler's weekly routes, residents are fortunate to have the Monroe County Ecopark located directly in Chili at 10 Avion Drive. This innovative facility provides a streamlined drop-off solution for e-waste, household chemicals, and hard-to-handle items that shouldn't end up in the Mill Seat Landfill.
Mandatory Single-Stream Recycling Laws
Regardless of which private garbage company you select, all haulers operating in Chili must comply with Monroe County's strict recycling mandates. All acceptable paper, cardboard, plastics, and glass should be placed loosely into the provided recycling totes. Bagging recyclables in plastic grocery bags is strictly prohibited, as the bags jam the sorting machinery at local material recovery facilities.
Free Leaf Compost for Residents
During the fall season, the town and county collect massive amounts of leaves which are processed into high-quality, nutrient-rich compost. Over 20,000 cubic yards of leaves are composted annually. This environmentally friendly soil amendment is offered back to residents for free at the Monroe County Ecopark. You just need to bring your own containers and shovel to load it up.
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 municipal garbage collection?
No. The Town of Chili does not provide municipal trash or recycling collection. Residents must set up a private subscription service with a locally permitted hauler, such as Casella, Waste Management, or Seyrek Disposal.
How do I know which week my brush will be picked up by the town?
The Highway Department divides the town into four zones. Zone 1 is picked up during the first full week of the month, Zone 2 the second full week, and so on. Your brush must be at the curb by Sunday night of your scheduled week.
Can I put my old TV out for my private garbage hauler?
No. Electronic waste, including televisions and computers, is banned from landfill disposal in New York State and will not be collected by private haulers. You can drop off e-waste locally at the Monroe County Ecopark located in Chili at 10 Avion Drive.
When does the town code allow me to place my trash bins at the curb?
According to Chili Code Enforcement, garbage and recycling receptacles should not be placed at the curb prior to the day before your scheduled collection, and they must be removed from your front yard by the end of the collection day.