Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Lysander
Trash Day
Collection days vary depending on your chosen private waste hauler. The Town of Lysander does not provide municipal trash pickup; residents contract directly with licensed private haulers (such as Syracuse Haulers, Waste Management, Dependable Disposal, or Butler Disposal) for weekly collection.
Recycling
Recycling is collected according to your contracted private hauler's schedule and adheres to Onondaga County Resource Recovery Agency (OCRRA) guidelines.
Yard Waste
The Town does not provide curbside brush or yard waste collection. Residents can transport yard waste to local OCRRA drop-off sites (such as the Camillus site) or coordinate private disposal.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection is not included in town property taxes; residents must subscribe and pay their selected private waste removal company directly.
Billing Cycle
Varies by private hauler (typically Monthly or Quarterly)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Auto-Pay, Phone (varies by private provider)
Varies by Private Hauler Bin (Trash)
Since the town utilizes private subscriptions, you must follow the specific placement times and container size limits set by your chosen private hauler.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Tanglers and string lights
Varies by Private Hauler Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must follow strict OCRRA guidelines. Keep all items loose in the bin without using plastic bags. Sort plastics strictly by shape (bottles, jugs, jars, tubs), completely ignoring the recycling numbers.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paper (keep loose)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (rinsed)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, jars, and dairy tubs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Egg cartons (paper, plastic, or foam)
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, chains)
- ✕Plastics based on number rather than shape
Yard Waste Bin
The Town of Lysander does not provide municipal curbside yard waste pickup (except for Radisson HOA residents). All other homeowners must privately haul yard debris to the OCRRA site in Camillus.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Brush
- ✓Grass clippings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by Private Carter
Placement
Town Code 257-16 strictly prohibits allowing solid waste to accumulate on your property. Do not place bulk items at the curb without a confirmed pickup appointment from your private hauler.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (confirm with hauler)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronic waste
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Liquid paints
Because it is not a town service, all bulk pickups will incur an additional fee from your private sanitation company. Alternatively, you can pay a drop-off fee to haul items directly to the OCRRA Transfer Station.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday schedules are generally determined by your private hauler (who typically observe major holidays by pushing service back one day). However, Town Ordinance 257-9 strictly and legally prohibits any hauler from collecting solid waste on Sundays, Thanksgiving, or Christmas.
Yard Waste Exception
The OCRRA Camillus compost site operates on specific seasonal hours and is frequently closed on all federal holidays. Always verify hours on OCRRA.org before making the drive.
Contact your specific private carter (e.g., Syracuse Haulers, Dependable Disposal) to confirm their individual schedule adjustments for holidays like Memorial Day, the 4th of July, and Labor Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
November - AprilA town law prohibits all overnight parking on Lysander streets from November 1 to April 15 between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. to allow Highway Department snowplows safe access. You must keep your private trash bins in your driveway, set well back from the road and the plow's path, as the town is not liable for damaged receptacles.
Local Tips & Community Info
Choosing a Private Sanitation Hauler
Unlike communities with a unified tax-funded sanitation department, the Town of Lysander operates on an open-market, subscription-based system for household garbage. Homeowners are responsible for independently contacting and securing a private waste removal company. Several major commercial operators service the neighborhoods within the town limits, including Syracuse Haulers, Dependable Disposal, Waste Management, and Butler Disposal. Because pricing, collection days, and provided container sizes fluctuate by vendor, new property owners should request quotes from multiple providers. Residents living in specific Homeowner Associations, such as the Radisson community, may have a pre-selected vendor included in their monthly HOA dues.
Curbside Bin Placement Rules
Once you have secured a hauler, you must adhere strictly to their individual curbside guidelines. Generally, all garbage and recycling carts need to be placed at the edge of your driveway by 6:00 a.m. on the morning of your scheduled route. Ensure that the wheels of your cart are facing your home and the lid opens toward the street. Drivers utilize automated lifting arms, meaning your bins need at least three feet of clearance from mailboxes, fire hydrants, and parked vehicles. During the harsh Central New York winters, bins cannot be placed in the roadway or perched on snowbanks, as they will obstruct Lysander Highway Department snowplows.
Following OCRRA's Recycling Mandates
Environmental sustainability in Lysander is governed by the Onondaga County Resource Recovery Agency (OCRRA). All private carters operating in the town must strictly enforce OCRRA's recycling regulations. Residents must place acceptable recyclables—such as clean glass jars, flattened corrugated cardboard, aluminum cans, and plastic jugs—loosely into their blue bins. The absolute most critical rule is that recyclables must never be enclosed in plastic grocery bags. Plastic films instantly jam the sorting machinery at the county recycling facility and will cause your hauler to reject your bin entirely. Thin plastics and Styrofoam must either be thrown in the standard garbage or taken to a specialized retail drop-off.
Highway Department Seasonal Brush Collection
While everyday trash is privatized, the Town of Lysander Highway Department, located on West Entry Road, provides an essential service for organic yard waste. The municipal crews conduct seasonal sweeps to remove residential brush and autumn leaves. Branches must be neatly stacked or tied in manageable bundles, while smaller yard clippings and leaves should be placed in biodegradable brown paper bags. Loose piles of leaves in the street are hazardous and can block vital storm drainage systems. It is important to note that grass clippings are generally excluded from this service, so homeowners are encouraged to mulch them back into their lawns.
Large Bulk Items and Hazardous Materials
Because there is no municipal dump for general refuse, getting rid of a broken refrigerator, an old mattress, or construction debris requires direct coordination with your private hauler. Most companies will collect bulky items for an additional flat fee if scheduled in advance. Alternatively, you can transport heavy loads directly to the OCRRA Rock Cut Road drop-off site. For highly toxic substances like oil-based paints, pool chemicals, and garden pesticides, you must never place them in your curbside bin. Instead, residents must pre-register for one of OCRRA's periodic Household Hazardous Waste collection events to ensure these dangerous fluids are neutralized safely.
Drop-off Facilities
Town of Lysander Highway Department (E-Waste Drop-Off)
2730 West Entry Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Materials Accepted
OCRRA Camillus Compost Site
6296 Airport Road, Camillus, NY 13209
Materials Accepted
OCRRA Rock Cut Road Transfer Station
5808 Rock Cut Road, Jamesville, NY 13078
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Lysander provide weekly garbage pickup?
No. The municipal government does not operate a fleet of garbage trucks [1.1.2]. Homeowners must independently hire a private local sanitation company, such as Syracuse Haulers or Dependable Disposal, for routine curbside service.
How do I properly recycle cardboard and plastic bottles?
All private haulers in Lysander follow OCRRA guidelines. You must place your flattened cardboard, clean plastic jugs, and glass bottles loosely into your recycling bin. Never put your recyclables inside a plastic garbage bag.
Will the town pick up my autumn leaves and yard brush?
Yes, the Lysander Highway Department coordinates seasonal curbside sweeps for residential leaves and brush. Leaves should be placed in brown paper yard bags, and branches must be tied into small, manageable bundles.