Provided by your chosen licensed private hauler Bin (Trash)
Set out by 7:00 a.m. on collection day. Do not place at the curb before 12:00 noon on the day preceding collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Soiled paper
Hauler-provided recycling bin Bin (Recycling)
Must be source-separated in compliance with Monroe County recycling laws. Keep recyclables loose, not bagged in plastic.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Newspaper and magazines
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Wire hangers
- ✕Hazardous materials
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Grass clippings are collected by private haulers. Brush is collected by the town by schedule. Leaves are collected by the town in fall. Must use 30-gallon two-ply paper bags; plastic is strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush and branches
- ✓Grass clippings (in paper bags)
- ✓Leaves (in paper bags)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by Hauler (Usually aligns with weekly garbage pickup)
Placement
Place at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated collection day. Construction and demolition debris must be neatly bundled or in containers weighing no more than 50 pounds.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Homeowner-generated DIY construction debris (under 50 lbs per container)
- ✓ Large household junk
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics and televisions
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Contractor-generated debris
- ✕ Amounts exceeding 75 cubic feet (without prior hauler arrangement)
There are no extra fees for bulk items that fall within the mandated 5x5x3 foot limit. Volumes exceeding this limit require alternative arrangements and may incur direct fees from your hauler.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because household collections are managed by independent private haulers, holiday schedules can vary. Generally, if a major holiday falls on a weekday, your pickup is delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
The Flynn Road Transfer Station and Town of Greece DPW operations are closed on major town holidays, which may cause delays in the scheduled zone brush collection.
Always check directly with your specific licensed hauler's website or customer service line for their exact holiday route modifications.
Observed Holidays
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Skip the Plastic Bags
Do not bag yard waste or recyclables in plastic grocery or trash bags. Yard waste must be in approved 30-gallon two-ply paper bags, and recyclables must remain loose in their designated bins to prevent sorting machinery jams.
Separate Yard Waste Appropriately
Never mix grass, leaves, or brush with standard household garbage. Private haulers require grass to be bagged separately in paper, while the town DPW picks up unbagged brush piles separately based on your zone's schedule.
Respect the Bulk Size Limits
Your private hauler is legally required to take bulk waste only up to a 5' x 5' x 3' pile. Exceeding this amount without making prior arrangements will likely result in the excess items being left at the curb, and you will have to make alternate arrangements within seven days.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October - DecemberThe Town of Greece DPW conducts town-wide leaf collection starting around October 15 and ending around December 31. All leaves must be in minimum 30-gallon, two-ply paper bags suitable for composting. Do not use wheelbarrows or waste baskets.
Winter
January - MarchTo allow town snowplows to effectively clear the roads safely, place your garbage and recycling receptacles on your driveway apron or directly behind the curb, rather than out in the street.
Spring/Summer
April - SeptemberGrass clippings are collected by your private refuse hauler year-round. They must be placed in paper bags or approved compostable containers, and no single container or bag should weigh more than 50 pounds.
About Greece Waste Management
Private Hauler Subscription System
The Town of Greece does not provide municipal garbage collection for its residents. Instead, the town operates on a private subscription model. Homeowners are required to hire an independent, town-licensed refuse collector for their weekly trash and recycling needs. The town regulates these haulers tightly under Chapter 174 of the Town Code, ensuring they offer baseline services including recycling, grass clipping collection, and a specific allotment of bulk waste.
Town-Operated Brush Collection Program
While private haulers manage daily household waste, the Town of Greece Department of Public Works (DPW) provides a dedicated, year-round brush collection service. The town is divided into zones, and each zone is assigned a specific week of the month for pickup. Residents must place their neatly piled brush at the curb by the Sunday of their designated week, taking care to keep piles away from fire hydrants, overhead wires, and telephone poles.
The Flynn Road Transfer Station
For residents who generate excess yard waste or want to dispose of materials between scheduled pickups, the Town of Greece operates a residential Transfer Station at 635 Flynn Road. Open seven days a week, this facility accepts brush, grass clippings, leaves, topsoil, and even clean concrete. All organic material collected here is recycled into mulch and compost, which is then made available back to Greece residents for personal landscaping projects.
Included Bulk Trash Allotments
A unique benefit mandated by the Town of Greece is that all licensed private haulers must accept a set amount of bulky refuse at no additional charge. Haulers are required to collect bulk waste up to a volume of 5 feet by 5 feet by 3 feet (approximately 75 cubic feet). This can also include small amounts of DIY construction and demolition debris generated by the homeowner, provided it is placed in containers weighing less than 50 pounds each.
Monroe County Mandatory Recycling Laws
All waste haulers and residents in Greece must comply with the strict Monroe County Solid Waste Recycling Law. This mandates source-separation of recyclables from regular solid waste. Your licensed hauler will provide you with specific preparation guidelines, but all items must be placed loosely in approved bins by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day, and not bagged in plastic, to ensure successful processing at regional recovery facilities.
Drop-off Facilities
Town of Greece Transfer Station
635 Flynn Road, Rochester, NY 14612
Materials Accepted
Monroe County ecopark
10 Avion Drive, Rochester, NY 14624
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides garbage and recycling collection in Greece, NY?
The Town of Greece operates on a private subscription system. Residents are responsible for independently hiring one of the refuse collectors officially licensed by the town to handle their weekly garbage, recycling, and bulk waste pickups.
How does brush collection work in the Town of Greece?
The Town DPW provides year-round brush collection based on designated geographical zones. You should place your brush neatly at the curb parallel to the road by the Sunday of your assigned week, making sure not to block sidewalks, roads, or use plastic bags.
Can I drop off yard waste somewhere if I miss the curbside collection?
Yes, Greece residents can use the town's Transfer Station located at 635 Flynn Road to drop off brush, leaves, grass clippings, and clean concrete. The facility is open seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Are private haulers required to take large bulk items like couches or DIY debris?
Yes. Under Town Code Chapter 174, licensed haulers are required to collect bulky refuse (like furniture) or homeowner-generated construction debris up to a volume of 5 feet by 5 feet by 3 feet at no additional charge, provided it is prepared correctly.