Black/Gray Syracuse Haulers cart Bin (Trash)
Must be placed in the provided 65-gallon or 95-gallon cart with the lid completely closed. Bins must be at the curb by 6:00 AM with the handles facing your house. No overflow bags are permitted.
Accepted Items
- ✓Regular household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging and plastics
Green Syracuse Haulers cart Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loose in the green cart following OCRRA guidelines. Cardboard must be flattened and fit entirely inside the closed cart. Do not bundle cardboard outside the bin.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper, catalogs, and magazines
- ✓Plastics #1, #2, and #5
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Fiberglass
- ✕Broken glass
Yard Waste Bin
Available only to Brush District enrollees. Collected bi-weekly. Must be contained in biodegradable paper bags or an open, rigid trash can (max 50 lbs per container). Branches must be tied with string or hemp twine. Absolutely no plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush (max 5 feet long and 3 inches diameter)
- ✓Yard trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
No free municipal curbside service
Placement
Do not leave bulky items at the curb without contacting Syracuse Haulers at (315) 426-6771 to receive a quote and lock in a specific collection date.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household items (by scheduled paid appointment only)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Fiberglass
- ✕ Hazardous household waste
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Free refrigerants (freon requires a much higher disposal fee)
Special pickups incur an extra charge determined by the hauler. Alternatively, residents can pay OCRRA drop-off fees at designated county sites.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, Syracuse Haulers will delay collection by one day for the remainder of the week (e.g., a Thursday pickup will move to Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
Brush collection is performed by the exact same hauler and follows the identical one-day holiday delay schedule as regular refuse.
Always verify the exact delay schedule on the Syracuse Haulers website, as weekend holidays (like a Saturday Independence Day) may not trigger a delay for your route.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Never Tie or Bundle Cardboard
Under the current automated collection system, cardboard must be broken down and placed completely inside your green recycling cart so the lid can shut. Do not leave tied bundles of cardboard next to the bin, as the mechanical arm cannot pick them up.
Package Broken Glass for Safety
If you have broken glass or mirrors, do not toss the shards in the green recycling cart. Wrap the broken pieces carefully in thick newspaper, seal it with tape, label the package 'broken glass,' and put it in your regular trash cart to protect the sanitation workers.
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Brush Pile
When preparing yard waste for your bi-weekly brush collection, you must use biodegradable paper lawn bags or an old, open trash can. Any leaves or grass clippings placed in plastic garbage bags will be tagged and left at the curb.
Seasonal Information
Spring
March to AprilThe bi-weekly brush collection season officially kicks off at the end of March. Ensure your winter storm debris and branches are trimmed to five feet or less and bundled with string or hemp twine—never wire.
Summer
June to AugustIf you miss your scheduled bi-weekly yard waste pickup during the peak landscaping season, town residents can drop off clean brush at the Highway Department on Clemons Road on Mondays between 7:00 AM and 2:30 PM. Commercial landscapers are strictly prohibited.
Winter
December to FebruaryCurbside brush collection officially ends the week before Christmas. During snowstorms, keep your automated trash and recycling carts clear of snowbanks and at the edge of your shoveled driveway to ensure the truck's mechanical arm can safely reach them.
About Manlius Waste Management
Enrolling in the Manlius Trash and Brush Districts
Residents living in the Town of Manlius—specifically outside the incorporated villages of Fayetteville, Manlius, and Minoa—must actively enroll in special tax districts to receive curbside service. Unlike standard municipal garbage, this opt-in program adds a specific fee directly to your January property tax bill. In 2026, single-family homes pay a flat annual rate for weekly trash and recycling, plus a separate fee for bi-weekly brush collection. You must coordinate directly with the town's Trash and Brush Liaison to establish or cancel this specialized service.
Strict Automated Cart Requirements
Since migrating to an automated collection system in May 2022, Syracuse Haulers requires precise bin placement so their mechanical arm trucks can operate safely. All household trash and single-stream recycling must fit entirely within the provided 65-gallon or 95-gallon carts, and the lids must be fully closed. The carts need to be rolled to the edge of the driveway with the handles facing your house, leaving adequate spacing between the two bins. Any overflow bags left outside the containers will be completely ignored.
No Free Municipal Bulk Collection Days
Unlike many neighboring municipalities that host annual community 'clean-up days,' the Town of Manlius does not offer any free curbside bulk waste collection. Disposing of old furniture, mattresses, appliances, or large electronics requires scheduling a special pickup directly with Syracuse Haulers for an additional out-of-pocket fee. Alternatively, residents can personally transport their large items to the Camillus Landfill or utilize OCRRA's drop-off sites, keeping in mind that extra fees apply for freon-containing items and tires.
Bi-Weekly Brush Pickup and Highway Drop-Off
If you enroll in the separate Brush District, Syracuse Haulers will collect your yard waste on a bi-weekly schedule running from late March through December. There is no official limit on the total amount of brush you can place at the curb, provided the sticks do not exceed five feet in length or three inches in diameter. If you have an unusually massive pile, the town requests you call Syracuse Haulers in advance so they can dispatch the proper equipment. Additionally, town residents can bypass the curb and drop off unbagged yard debris at the Town of Manlius Highway Department on Mondays.
Drop-off Facilities
OCRRA Rock Cut Road Drop-Off Site
5808 Rock Cut Road, Jamesville, NY 13078
Materials Accepted
Town of Manlius Highway Department (Brush Only)
5970 Clemons Road, East Syracuse, NY 13057
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign up for trash and brush collection in the Town of Manlius?
If you live outside the villages of Fayetteville, Manlius, and Minoa, you must enroll in the town's special Trash and Brush Districts. You can sign up by contacting the Town of Manlius Trash and Brush Coordinator at 315-637-8815. The fee is then added to your annual January property tax bill.
Can I leave extra trash bags next to my automated cart?
No. Syracuse Haulers uses an automated arm to lift the carts. All trash and recycling must fit entirely inside the provided 95-gallon or 65-gallon carts with the lids fully closed. Overflow bags placed on the ground will not be picked up unless you have pre-paid for a special collection.
Does Manlius have a free bulk trash pickup day?
No. The town does not sponsor a free heavy-trash cleanup day. Residents must contact Syracuse Haulers directly to arrange a special paid pickup, or transport the items to an OCRRA facility or the Camillus Landfill themselves.
What are the rules for bi-weekly brush collection?
Brush must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or a rigid open container with a maximum weight of 50 pounds. Branches must be tied with string or hemp twine and cannot exceed five feet in length or three inches in diameter. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited.