Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Clarkstown
Trash Day
Household garbage is collected twice per week based on your assigned route: Monday/Thursday, Tuesday/Friday, or Wednesday/Saturday.
Recycling
Recycling is collected once per week on your designated collection day.
Yard Waste
Curbside yard waste is picked up seasonally from March through October according to scheduled highway department route zones.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (or placed at the curb the night before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Garbage, bulk pickup, and recycling services are billed annually as unit and ad valorem refuse charges on your Town & County property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online (E-Check, Credit/Debit Card), Mail, In Person
Any standard trash can or heavy-duty bag Bin (Trash)
Place securely tied bags or covered cans at the curb the night before collection. Do not place items in the street.
Accepted Items
- ✓Kitchen waste
- ✓Food wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Soiled paper
Town-issued plastic recycling containers Bin (Recycling)
Keep paper/cardboard separate from glass/metal/plastics. Do not use plastic bags. Clean and rinse all containers.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans (aluminum and steel)
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (PETE and HDPE)
- ✓Newspaper and magazines
- ✓Junk mail and office paper
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Wire or plastic hangers
- ✕Soiled paper or pizza boxes
- ✕Cookware or ceramics
- ✕Hazardous waste containers
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or tied into bundles (max 5 feet long, max 50 lbs). Do not use plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Thatch
- ✓Twigs and brush
- ✓Hedge clippings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Monthly (Specific Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday depending on route)
Placement
Place items on your lawn at the curb no earlier than 48 hours (or the weekend) prior to your scheduled bulk day. Items must be out the night before.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Household items generated by the homeowner
- ✓ Carpeting (cut and rolled)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Electronics and televisions
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Large tree stumps or logs
Curbside bulk pickup of accepted household items is included in your standard service. Dropping off certain items (like C&D debris) at the transfer station requires a fee based on weight.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a legal holiday falls on a weekday, collections for that day and the remainder of the week are typically delayed by one day. The Clarkstown Transfer Station is closed on these major holidays.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and leaf pickup schedules may be adjusted or suspended during holiday weeks to accommodate the shifted garbage and recycling routes.
Always refer to the Rockland Green or Town of Clarkstown online schedule to verify specific holiday adjustments for your hauler's route.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring & Summer
March - OctoberThe Clarkstown Highway Department conducts routine curbside yard waste pickup. Take advantage of the free biodegradable leaf bags available at Town Hall to dispose of grass clippings and garden debris.
Autumn
October - DecemberLeaf pickup occurs heavily on Mondays during the fall season. Ensure all leaves are securely bagged in paper yard waste bags and never rake leaves directly into the street or near storm drains.
Winter
December - MarchCurbside yard waste collection is suspended. During snow events, ensure all garbage cans and recycling bins are placed on your lawn or driveway apron, keeping the roadway clear for town snowplows.
Local Tips & Community Info
Clarkstown Weekly Trash Collection
The Town of Clarkstown manages residential solid waste through localized routes. To ensure seamless service, residents must use sturdy garbage cans with secure lids, and no single receptacle can exceed a 32-gallon capacity. If you prefer, heavy-duty trash bags can be used as long as they are tightly sealed. Sanitation crews require that all regular household refuse be placed at the curbside after 5:00 p.m. on the evening before your scheduled collection day. Adhering to these strict timeframes helps prevent nocturnal wildlife from scattering debris across neighborhood lawns.
Sorting Recyclables Properly
Clarkstown participates in a structured recycling program coordinated alongside Rockland Green. The town mandates a dual-stream approach, meaning paper products must be kept entirely separate from commingled containers. Glass bottles, aluminum cans, and plastic jugs should be rinsed and placed in a sturdy, open bin. Meanwhile, mixed paper, junk mail, and newspapers must either be securely tied in bundles or neatly placed inside brown paper grocery bags. Cardboard boxes must be broken down, flattened, and tied with twine into bundles no taller than 12 inches and weighing under 25 pounds.
Handling Bulk Items and Furniture
Upgrading your home furnishings? Clarkstown offers a generous bulk waste program, allowing households to dispose of up to three large items per week on their designated bulk pickup day. Acceptable items include couches, mattresses, and wooden furniture. However, strict preparation rules apply: wood planks and rolled carpet must be cut, tied, and bundled in lengths no greater than four feet and weighing a maximum of 50 pounds. It is important to note that construction materials, concrete, dirt, and asphalt are strictly prohibited and require private contractor disposal.
Yard Waste and Seasonal Brush
Maintaining a pristine property in Rockland County generates significant green waste. During the active grass collection season, Clarkstown crews will pick up leaves and lawn clippings, provided they are placed in biodegradable paper yard bags or a standard 32-gallon unlidded trash can. Plastic bags are universally banned for any organic yard debris. For tree maintenance, brush and twigs must be securely bundled—just like wood debris—under four feet in length and 50 pounds. At the end of the primary grass season, brush will simply be collected alongside your regular weekly bulk items.
Drop-off Facilities
Clarkstown Transfer Station & Yard Waste Facility
166 S Route 303, West Nyack, NY 10994
Materials Accepted
Rockland County Household Hazardous Waste Facility
35 Firemens Memorial Dr, Pomona, NY 10970
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bulk items can I throw away each week in Clarkstown?
Households are allowed to place up to three bulky items, such as furniture or mattresses, at the curb per week on their scheduled bulk collection day.
What are the rules for throwing away cardboard in Clarkstown?
Corrugated cardboard must be completely flattened, tied with twine into bundles no thicker than 12 inches, and weigh less than 25 pounds per bundle.
Can I put yard clippings in plastic bags for pickup?
No, the Town of Clarkstown strictly prohibits plastic bags for green waste. Grass and leaves must be in biodegradable paper bags or a standard 32-gallon can.