Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Islip
Trash Day
Twice per week, either Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Every Wednesday (WRAP program alternates weekly between paper/cardboard and commingled metal, glass, and plastic containers).
Yard Waste
Seasonal unlimited curbside collections held during designated periods in the spring, fall, and winter.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling services are funded through sanitation district charges on your annual Town of Islip property tax bill rather than a separate monthly bill.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In Person, Phone
Pro Tip / Discount
Property tax exemptions are available for qualifying senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
Any standard unmarked container Bin (Trash)
Residents may place up to six (6) containers per pickup. All household garbage must be secured in pails with tight-fitting lids, and each container must weigh no more than 50 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Heavily soiled paper
Blue or Yellow WRAP Pail Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be placed loose in the official Town of Islip WRAP pail or a clearly marked recycling bin. Absolutely no plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean corrugated cardboard
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal food cans
- ✓Rigid plastic bottles
- ✓Clean newspapers and magazines
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Greasy pizza boxes
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Juice or milk cartons
- ✕Aerosol cans
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves must be in bags or standard cans (max 50 lbs). Branches must be tied securely into small bundles. Grass clippings are strictly prohibited from all curbside collections.
Accepted Items
- ✓Fallen leaves
- ✓Small twigs
- ✓Branches and brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (Non-metal on your final regular collection day; Metal/E-waste on Wednesdays)
Placement
All bulk items must be placed at the curb no earlier than 6:00 p.m. the night before your collection day, and no later than 6:00 a.m. on the day of pickup.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses (Non-metal day)
- ✓ Sofas and couches (Non-metal day)
- ✓ Broken-down dressers (Non-metal day)
- ✓ Appliances (Wednesdays only)
- ✓ Televisions and computers (Wednesdays only)
- ✓ Scrap metal and bicycles (Wednesdays only)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Tree stumps
- ✕ Oil burners
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
Bulk collection of up to 3 non-metal items per week is included in your standard municipal sanitation service at no extra charge.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a town-observed holiday falls on your scheduled collection day, all sanitation services are cancelled. Your waste will NOT be picked up the following day; instead, collection is delayed until your next regularly scheduled pickup day.
Yard Waste Exception
If a holiday falls on a Wednesday, the WRAP recycling collection is typically rescheduled to a special weekend date, usually the Saturday immediately following the holiday.
Always refer to the annual WRAP calendar mailed to your home or the town's online dashboard to confirm exact holiday cancellations.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayThe Spring Unlimited Yard Waste collection window typically runs from mid-April to mid-May. During these weeks, you may place an unlimited volume of bagged leaves and bundled brush out on Wednesdays.
Summer
June - SeptemberThe town hosts special S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Paper Shredding days at the Holbrook MRF during the summer months. Check the municipal calendar to properly dispose of toxic chemicals and sensitive documents safely.
Fall
October - DecemberFall Unlimited Yard Waste collection kicks off in late October. Remember that local laws strictly forbid raking loose leaves into the street; they must be bagged or placed in cans for Wednesday collection.
Local Tips & Community Info
Town of Islip WRAP Program Overview
In the Town of Islip, residential solid waste is managed by the Department of Environmental Control (DEC) through a highly organized initiative known as the WRAP program, which stands for We Recycle America Proudly. Under this system, standard household refuse is typically collected twice per week. To ensure that the sanitation workers can clear the streets efficiently, all garbage and recycling must be placed out at the curb no later than 6:00 AM on your designated collection days. Because trucks frequently alter their specific neighborhood routes, putting your items out later than the early morning deadline often results in a skipped pickup.
Receptacle Specifications and Morning Set-Out
Strict limits dictate what kind of containers you can utilize in Islip. Residents are required to use standardized metal or plastic garbage pails fitted with secure handles and lids. The total capacity of any single container must not exceed 32 gallons. Moreover, a fully loaded trash pail, or an individual tied refuse bag, cannot weigh more than 50 pounds. This weight restriction is rigorously enforced to protect the health and safety of the sanitation crews. Any oversized or overweight bins will be left unemptied, tagged with a notice from the DEC explaining the violation.
Wednesday Recycling Rotation
Islip dedicates Wednesdays entirely to the collection of recyclable materials. The town operates on a dual-stream rotation, meaning you cannot mix all your recyclables into one bin. One Wednesday is dedicated exclusively to paper products and flattened corrugated cardboard. The following Wednesday is reserved for plastics labeled 1 or 2, glass jars, and metal cans. All items must be rinsed clean and placed loosely in your designated WRAP recycling pail. Using plastic grocery bags to contain your recyclables is strictly forbidden and will contaminate the load at the sorting center.
Proper Disposal of Yard Debris
Maintaining a neat lawn requires adhering to the town's yard waste guidelines. Grass clippings, leaves, and small branches are collected on a seasonal schedule. When bagging these organic materials, you must use biodegradable paper lawn bags or standard 32-gallon trash cans without their lids. Plastic bags are completely banned for yard waste disposal. Branches must be tied securely into bundles that are no longer than four feet in length and weigh less than 50 pounds, making it manageable for crews to toss them into the hopper.
Bulk Discards and the Holbrook Facility
When dealing with massive items that cannot be squeezed into a 32-gallon pail, Islip provides specific bulk pickup protocols. Furniture, mattresses, and non-freon appliances can usually be put out on your second garbage day of the week. However, hazardous materials and electronic waste, such as old televisions and computers, require a trip to the Multi-Purpose Recycling Facility situated in Holbrook. Open throughout the week, this facility provides Islip residents a safe, legal location to dispose of e-waste and scrap metal, provided you bring a valid driver's license to prove your local residency.
Drop-off Facilities
Town of Islip Multi-Purpose Recycling Facility (MRF)
1155 Lincoln Ave, Holbrook, NY 11741
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Islip WRAP program?
WRAP stands for We Recycle America Proudly. It is the Town of Islip's official waste and recycling management initiative, which features dual-stream recycling collected every Wednesday.
How heavy can my garbage can be in the Town of Islip?
A single garbage pail or heavy-duty bag must not exceed a total weight of 50 pounds. Receptacles must also be 32 gallons or smaller in volume.
Can I throw away a television with my regular trash?
No. Electronic waste is banned from curbside garbage collection. You must transport old TVs and electronics to the Multi-Purpose Recycling Facility in Holbrook.