Provided by Private Hauler Bin (Trash)
Trash must be placed in hauler-provided carts or securely tied bags if self-hauling to the transfer station. Do not place hazardous chemicals, wet paint, or electronics in the regular trash.
Accepted Items
- ✓Normal household refuse
- ✓Food wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Styrofoam
Provided by Private Hauler (Usually Blue/Green) Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclables loose and unbagged in the designated recycling cart. Rinse out all food and beverage containers before recycling to prevent contamination and pest attraction.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Office paper and junk mail
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Clothing and textiles
- ✕Electronic waste
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Rechargeable batteries
Yard Waste Bin
The town does not provide curbside yard waste pickup. Residents must compost on-site, hire a private yard waste hauler, or bring materials to a local yard waste drop-off facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small brush and twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand via private hauler or self-haul to transfer station.
Placement
If scheduling a private bulk pickup, do not place large items at the curb more than 24 hours in advance to keep neighborhoods clean and avoid code enforcement warnings.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and sofas
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Rolled carpeting
- ✓ Appliances (without Freon)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Liquid paint
- ✕ Electronics and CRT TVs
- ✕ Freon-containing appliances (unless a specific fee is paid)
Dump Tickets for the Route 82 Transfer Station must be purchased at the Town Clerk's office. Special curbside bulk pickups arranged through private haulers will incur an extra per-item fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Since collections are handled by private haulers like Casella, a major weekday holiday generally pushes your pickup back by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Private yard waste collection or transfer station drop-off hours may also be suspended or shortened on major holidays; check directly with Casella/Royal Carting before heading to the Route 82 station.
Always confirm your exact holiday schedule directly with your chosen private waste management company, as delay policies can vary between providers.
Observed Holidays
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Don't Bag Your Recyclables
Household recyclables should always be placed loosely in the recycling bin. Plastic garbage bags get tangled in the sorting machinery at the Dutchess County recycling facility, causing dangerous shutdowns.
Keep Batteries Out of Bins
Rechargeable batteries and lithium-ion batteries pose a severe fire risk if crushed in a garbage truck. They must be taken to a local retailer for safe disposal, and never thrown in household trash.
Textile Diversion is Easy
Clothing, towels, and shoes do not belong in your recycling bin. Use the Helpsy drop-off bin at East Fishkill Town Hall (330 Route 376) to responsibly recycle old textiles instead of throwing them away.
Seasonal Information
Spring and Summer
April - AugustDuring the active growing season, the town and NYS DEC highly recommend 'Grasscycling'—leaving your grass clippings on the lawn. This reduces garbage output by about 10% and naturally fertilizes your yard.
Fall
September - NovemberLeaf burning is prohibited. Instead of bagging leaves for the trash, consider composting them in your backyard or contacting your private hauler to see if they offer specialized seasonal leaf bag collection.
Winter
December - MarchDuring heavy snowfall, ensure your privately rented garbage carts are placed securely at the end of your driveway, completely clear of snowbanks, so the automated trucks can safely reach them without blocking plows.
About East Fishkill Waste Management
Private Hauler Subscription and Transfer Station Options
In the Town of East Fishkill, residential garbage collection is not a municipally funded utility. Homeowners must independently set up curbside pickup with a permitted private waste management company, such as Casella (which recently acquired Royal Carting), operating throughout Dutchess County. Alternatively, residents who prefer to haul their own refuse can visit the East Fishkill Town Clerk’s office to purchase weekly Dump Tickets, granting access to the local Route 82 Transfer Station in Hopewell Junction.
Dutchess County Single-Stream Recycling Mandate
Regardless of which private carter you hire for curbside pickup, all East Fishkill residents must adhere to the Dutchess County mandatory recycling law. This single-stream program allows you to mix clean cardboard, paper, glass jars, and plastic containers in one bin. It is strictly prohibited to place electronics, yard debris, or household garbage into your recycling cart. Furthermore, never bag your recyclables in plastic garbage bags, as this causes severe mechanical jams at the local material recovery facility.
Proper Disposal of E-Waste and Textiles
Electronic waste like televisions and old computers are banned from curbside trash in New York State. While private haulers won't accept them, East Fishkill residents can utilize Dutchess County’s electronic waste collection events held several times a year. Additionally, the county has partnered with Helpsy to offer free curbside pickup of old clothing and textiles, or residents can simply drop off textiles 24/7 at the designated Helpsy bin located right outside East Fishkill Town Hall.
Managing Yard Waste and Fall Leaves
Because there is no town-operated brush or leaf pickup program, yard waste disposal in East Fishkill requires a bit of planning. The local government and NYS DEC heavily encourage residents to practice 'Grasscycling'—leaving grass clippings on the lawn to naturally return nutrients to the soil. For larger branches or excess fall leaves, residents must compost them on their own property, hire a private yard waste removal service, or haul the materials to a permitted composting site.
Drop-off Facilities
Route 82 Transfer Station (Casella / Royal Carting)
409 Route 82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Materials Accepted
Dutchess County Resource Recovery Agency
96 Sand Dock Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of East Fishkill provide municipal garbage pickup?
No, the town does not offer municipal trash or recycling collection. Residents must set up a private subscription with a waste hauler (like Casella) or purchase Dump Tickets to haul their own trash to the local Transfer Station.
Where do I buy a Dump Ticket for the transfer station?
Dump Tickets can be purchased at the East Fishkill Town Clerk’s office, located at 330 Route 376 in Hopewell Junction, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. The tickets are valid for one week at the Route 82 transfer station.
How do I get rid of an old television or computer in East Fishkill?
Electronics are banned from regular trash by New York State law. You must bring them to a Dutchess County electronic waste drop-off event, or take them to a participating local retailer that accepts e-waste for recycling.
Can I burn my fall leaves or yard brush?
No, open burning of leaves and yard waste is prohibited by state and local environmental laws. Residents are encouraged to compost yard debris on their property or hire a private service to haul it away.