Resident-provided Bin (Trash)
Kitchen waste is collected at the rear or along the side of the home and must be screened from street view. Do not place it at the curb. Use watertight covered containers not exceeding 32 gallons and 40 pounds per container.
Accepted Items
- ✓Kitchen waste
- ✓Food packaging
- ✓Small boxes (cereal, shoe boxes)
- ✓Food scraps
Green Village-issued container Bin (Recycling)
Commingled items go loose in the green bin. Paper and cardboard must be tied securely and placed next to the bin, not inside. Place curbside the night before, but not prior to 7:00 p.m.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1 and #2
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum cans and foil
- ✓Metal trays
- ✓Clean paper (bundled separately)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Buckets and toys
- ✕Medical waste
- ✕Ceramic dishes
- ✕Window glass
- ✕Aerosol cans
Yard Waste Bin
Grass clippings are collected at the curb in plastic bags, bushel baskets, or 32-gallon cans on your regular garbage day. Tree branches must be cut and tied in bundles not exceeding 4 feet in length and 18 inches in diameter.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree limbs (bundled)
- ✓Hedge clippings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By appointment only
Placement
Do not place items at the curb until you receive a notification of your confirmed date and time via the Village app. There are no special pickups on Wednesdays.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Wood and stumps
- ✓ Large household appliances (white goods)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Oil and chemical drums
- ✕ Explosives and gasoline
- ✕ Concrete and tires
- ✕ Contractor construction debris
- ✕ Paints
Special curbside collections are generally included for residents, but contractor debris and hazardous materials are strictly prohibited and must be disposed of privately.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Garbage pickup days shift during major holidays based on whether you live in the Western or Eastern half of the Village. Wednesday rubbish collections are also commonly rescheduled during holiday weeks.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and grass clippings follow the modified garbage schedule, but specific leaf collection operations in the fall may be paused during severe weather or federal holidays.
Always consult the official Village Sanitation Calendar or mobile app for exact holiday rescheduling, as pickup days may move forward or backward depending on the holiday's exact date.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Paper Out of the Green Bin
Never throw newspapers, junk mail, or magazines into your green recycling container. These paper items must be securely bundled or placed in paper bags and set on the ground next to your bin to ensure proper dual-stream processing.
Check the Plastic Numbers
Not all plastics are created equal. The Village only accepts plastics stamped with a #1 or #2 inside the recycling triangle. Keep buckets, toys, soap dispensers, and wax paper containers strictly out of your recycling stream.
Absolutely No Plastic Bags
When preparing your commingled recycling, all items must be loose inside the green bin. Plastic grocery bags are strictly prohibited, as they tangle in sorting machines and will cause the sanitation crew to reject your bin.
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - MarchBecause sanitation workers collect standard kitchen garbage directly from the rear or side of your home, you must ensure the pathway is entirely clear of snow, ice, and parked cars during winter storms. If crews cannot safely access your cans, your garbage will not be collected.
About Garden City Waste Management
Unique Rear-Yard Garbage Collection Services
Unlike many municipalities that require residents to drag heavy bins to the curb, the Incorporated Village of Garden City provides a highly convenient rear-yard collection service for standard kitchen garbage. Sanitation crews will manually retrieve your household waste directly from the side or rear of your property, provided the path is safe and clear of obstructions like parked cars, locked gates, and overgrown bushes.
Navigating Wednesday Curbside Rubbish Pickups
In Garden City, waste is strictly categorized. While standard kitchen garbage is collected twice a week from your yard, Wednesdays are exclusively designated for curbside 'rubbish' collection. This category includes non-food household waste such as flattened cardboard cartons, rags, books, and securely bagged pet waste. To ensure pickup, you must place your rubbish at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday mornings.
Mastering the Dual-Stream Recycling Protocol
Garden City utilizes a dual-stream recycling approach to maximize material recovery and prevent cross-contamination. Your Village-issued green container is strictly reserved for commingled items like clean glass bottles, metal cans, and #1 or #2 plastics. Paper products, such as newspapers and magazines, must never go inside the green bin. Instead, residents must securely tie their paper goods into bundles and place them next to the commingled container.
Scheduling Bulk Pickups Through the Village App
Getting rid of an old mattress, broken furniture, or excess household materials requires advanced planning. Rather than setting items out on random days, Garden City residents must download and use the official Village app to request a special bulk pickup. It is critical that you do not place your heavy items at the curb until the Department of Public Works sends you a confirmation notification with your assigned collection date.
Drop-off Facilities
Village Yard Dump
2 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I place my regular household garbage in Garden City?
Unlike most municipalities, Garden City sanitation crews collect standard kitchen waste directly from the rear or side of your home. Cans must be screened from street view, and there is no need to drag them to the curb. However, Wednesday 'rubbish' must be placed at the curb.
How do I dispose of old furniture, mattresses, or large appliances?
You must request a special bulk pickup using the official Village app. Do not place large furniture at the curb until you receive a notification confirming your specific pickup date, and remember that no special pickups are conducted on Wednesdays.
Are all plastics accepted in my green recycling bin?
No, the Village only accepts commingled plastics labeled #1 and #2. Items like plastic shopping bags, children's toys, garden buckets, and wax paper containers are strictly prohibited and will result in a rejected bin.
What is the difference between Garbage and Rubbish collections?
Garbage consists of standard kitchen food waste and food packaging, which is collected twice a week from your rear or side yard. Rubbish includes dry household cleanup items like large cardboard, rags, and dog waste, which must be placed at the curb exclusively on Wednesdays.