Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Halfmoon
Trash Day
The Town does not provide municipal curbside trash collection. Residents must contract with an independent private hauler or self-haul household trash to the Town Transfer Station on Tuesdays (8:00 AM–12:00 PM), Fridays (12:00 PM–5:00 PM), and Saturdays (8:00 AM–1:00 PM).
Recycling
Recycling can be dropped off at the Town Transfer Station during open hours (Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays) or arranged through a private waste contractor.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is accepted year-round at the Town Transfer Station on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Municipal water is billed semi-annually in April and October. Curbside trash is not handled or billed by the Town; residents pay private haulers directly or purchase punch cards for the Transfer Station.
Billing Cycle
Semi-Annually
Accepted Methods
Online, ACH Auto-Pay, Mail, Drop Box, In Person, Phone
Varies by private hauler (Transfer Station requires standard 30-gallon bags) Bin (Trash)
For Transfer Station users, one punch on a $30 punch card equals one standard 30-gallon trash bag. If using a private hauler, follow the company's specific bin size and weight limits.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Non-hazardous waste
- ✓Food waste
Varies by private hauler (Any bin for Transfer Station drop-off) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables are accepted free of charge at the Transfer Station. All plastic and glass containers must be emptied, rinsed, and have their lids entirely removed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1-#7 (bottles and tubs)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Corrugated cardboard and paper bags
- ✓Clean balled aluminum foil (2 inches or larger)
- ✓Magazines, newspapers, and white office paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic lids and caps
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Ceramics and Pyrex
- ✕Window glass and mirrors
- ✕Waxed paper or cardboard
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste can be dropped off for free at the Transfer Station. Contractors are strictly prohibited, and all residential loads must be covered during transit.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush
- ✓Branches (max 3 inches in diameter and 6 feet long)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
During Spring/Fall Cleanups or via private haulers
Placement
Items must be hauled directly to the Halfmoon Transfer Station at 322 Route 146 during operating hours (Tues, Fri, Sat). All open loads must be covered in transit.
Accepted
- ✓ Televisions and monitors (free)
- ✓ Scrap metal
- ✓ Freon appliances (small fee)
- ✓ Tires (fee varies by size)
- ✓ Architectural paint (via PaintCare program)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Bio-hazardous waste
- ✕ Contractor debris
- ✕ Mattresses (except during Spring Cleanup)
Tires range from $3.00 to $15.00 depending on size. Freon items incur a fee ($7 for fridges, $5 for dehumidifiers, $3 for ACs). Mattresses are $50.00 during Spring Cleanup only.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Private haulers (like Casella and County Waste) typically observe a one-day delay for major holidays. The Town Transfer Station is closed on major holidays if they fall on a Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste drop-off strictly follows standard Transfer Station operating hours, which are subject to holiday closures.
Since residential pickup relies on private companies, always check your specific hauler's holiday schedule directly to confirm any service delays.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayThe Town hosts an annual Spring Cleanup in April with extended Saturday hours (8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) at the Transfer Station. This is the only time of year mattresses are accepted (for a $50 fee), alongside a designated Spring Paper Shredding Day.
Fall
September - OctoberFall Cleanup occurs in September, offering extended Saturday Transfer Station hours to help residents clear out summer debris. Specific dates are posted annually on the Highway Department page.
Winter
December - FebruaryIf you hire a private curbside hauler, ensure bins are clearly visible and not buried in snowbanks. While Transfer Station hours remain unchanged, severe winter storms may impact Highway Department plowing operations and facility access.
Local Tips & Community Info
Utilizing the Route 146 Transfer Station
Unlike municipalities with standard curbside fleets, the Town of Halfmoon manages local waste through a centralized Transfer Station and Recycling Center. Located at 322 Route 146 alongside the Highway Department Facility, this site serves exclusively local residents. You cannot simply drop off bags; access requires a free resident permit obtained from the Town Clerk's Office. Once permitted, homeowners must purchase punch cards to dispose of household garbage. Each $30 card provides 10 punches, with one punch covering a standard 30-gallon trash bag. Contractor loads are strictly prohibited, and all incoming residential loads must be fully covered during transport.
Designated Operating Hours & Seasonal Changes
Planning your disposal runs requires attention to the facility's specific multi-day schedule. The Halfmoon Transfer Station is accessible three days a week: Tuesday mornings from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Friday afternoons from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. During the highly anticipated spring and fall town-wide clean-up events, Saturday hours are generously extended until 3:00 PM to accommodate increased yard clearing and garage purging activities.
Free Electronics and Permitted Recyclables
Environmental responsibility is heavily encouraged, with most basic recycling accepted entirely free of charge. You can safely drop off #1 through #7 plastic bottles and tubs (ensure screw tops have no lids attached), clean balled aluminum foil, pie pans, corrugated cardboard, and paper bags without burning a hole in your punch card. Furthermore, Halfmoon operates an excellent year-round electronic waste program. All types of televisions, computer monitors, and household electronics can be safely recycled at the facility at no cost. Just ask the Highway Department staff upon arrival for the designated e-waste drop-off bins.
Brush, Tires, and Freon Appliance Fees
While yard waste such as grass and leaves are accepted without charge, homeowners bringing brush must ensure branches do not exceed three inches in diameter or six feet in length. Certain hazardous or bulky items do require small supplemental fees. If you are discarding tires, costs range from $3.00 for standard 13-inch sizes up to $15.00 for heavy-duty 20-inch rubber. Disposing of appliances containing Freon is also strictly regulated; residents must pay $7.00 for refrigerators, $5.00 for dehumidifiers, and $3.00 for air conditioning units.
Drop-off Facilities
Halfmoon Transfer Station & Recycling Center
322 Route 146, Halfmoon, NY 12065
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Halfmoon provide curbside trash pickup?
No, Halfmoon does not offer municipal curbside collection. Residents must either hire a private hauling company or utilize the Town Transfer Station on Route 146.
How much does it cost to dispose of household garbage at the Transfer Station?
You must purchase a punch card for $30, which includes 10 punches. One punch allows for the disposal of a single 30-gallon trash bag.
Do I need a permit to use the town recycling center?
Yes. Homeowners must obtain a free facility permit from the Town Clerk’s Office, requiring a valid proof of Halfmoon residency to acquire.