Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Monroe
Trash Day
Monday and Thursday for Village residents; Tuesday and Friday for Town residents
Recycling
Wednesday
Yard Waste
Seasonal drop-off at Town Compost Facilities (Lakes Rd & Mine Rd); seasonal curbside leaf pickup is announced in the fall
Set Out Time
By 5:00 AM on collection day (or curbside the night before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse and recycling services for the Town and Village are contracted through Interstate Waste Services and funded through your annual property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Annually (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In Person
Any standard color Bin (Trash)
Limit of (2) 35-gallon cans per pickup (max 70 gallons). All waste must fit entirely inside the receptacles; loose bags are not collected.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Green (town-provided) or clearly labeled bin Bin (Recycling)
Remove caps and rinse all containers. Cardboard must be flattened and tied. No plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tin and aluminum cans
- ✓Foil
- ✓Plastic containers and cartons
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Mixed papers, newspapers, and magazines
- ✓Cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food-soiled materials
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is NOT collected curbside by Interstate Waste Services. Must be dropped off at the Town of Monroe Compost Facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One item per week during the active season (April - December).
Placement
Place your single bulk item at the curb the night before your scheduled collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Rugs
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Toilet bowls
- ✓ Gas grills (tank removed)
- ✓ Hot water heaters
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Computers and televisions
- ✕ Batteries
- ✕ Lawn mowers
- ✕ Yard brush and leaves
Refrigerators, freezers, and AC units must have Freon removed and be properly tagged by a professional before pickup. Untagged appliances are not collected.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When an observed holiday falls on a regular pickup day, the entire weekly schedule shifts forward by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
N/A - Yard waste is a drop-off only service in Monroe.
Interstate Waste Services observes only these six major holidays. All other federal holidays operate on a completely normal schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Autumn
April to DecemberThis is the active window for weekly curbside bulk pickup. You may place out exactly one eligible bulk item on your designated bulk day (Thursday for Village, Friday for Town).
Winter
January to MarchCurbside bulk item pickup is completely suspended during these winter months. Plan ahead for any major appliance disposal or furniture removal by hauling them to an authorized transfer station yourself.
Autumn
October to NovemberDuring heavy leaf-falling months, remember that leaves and brush cannot go in your regular trash. Utilize the Town of Monroe Compost Facility at the Highway Garage on Mine Road for proper disposal.
Local Tips & Community Info
Residential Garbage Guidelines and Wildlife Precautions
Managing household solid waste in the Village and Town of Monroe involves strict adherence to local community ordinances, particularly due to the presence of regional wildlife. Because Orange County is home to active black bear populations, authorities strongly urge all residents to use heavy-duty trash receptacles equipped with secure, tight-fitting lids. Keeping your containers clean and stored in a garage or shed until collection day significantly reduces animal encounters. For curbside service, all refuse must be placed outside no earlier than 4:00 PM the evening prior to your scheduled pickup, and it must be out by 6:00 AM on the morning of collection to ensure it is not bypassed by the hauling trucks.
Orange County Mandated Recycling Protocols
Monroe follows the comprehensive recycling mandates set forth by Orange County. This requires all households to actively separate their recyclable goods from everyday garbage. Acceptable materials include flattened corrugated cardboard, newspapers, glass jars, aluminum cans, and plastics numbered 1 through 7. Residents should completely empty and lightly rinse out all food and beverage containers to prevent contamination at the processing facility. Remember that thin film plastics, such as grocery bags and bubble wrap, cannot go into your curbside recycling bin and should instead be returned to designated drop-off bins at local supermarkets.
Seasonal DPW Yard Waste Management
The Monroe Department of Public Works (DPW) coordinates seasonal yard debris pickups to help homeowners maintain their properties. During the spring and autumn months, dedicated trucks navigate the community to collect fallen leaves, grass clippings, and small twigs. To participate, residents must pack their vegetative waste exclusively in biodegradable brown paper yard bags or place it in open, unlidded garbage cans. Debris packed in standard plastic garbage bags will be left at the curb. Additionally, branches must be bundled securely with twine, kept under four feet in length, and weigh no more than 50 pounds.
Bulk Trash and Specialty Disposal
For items that are simply too large to fit into a standard 64-gallon or 95-gallon cart, Monroe periodically offers bulk cleanup days, or residents can coordinate with their private carter for an oversized pickup. Acceptable bulk waste generally includes broken furniture, mattresses, and non-freon household goods. Hazardous materials, however, are strictly prohibited from the standard waste stream. Products such as wet latex paint, motor oil, pesticides, and car batteries must be held and safely transported to Orange County's Household Hazardous Waste collection events, which are scheduled at various regional locations throughout the year.
Drop-off Facilities
Town of Monroe Compost Facility (Highway Dept)
87 Mine Road, Monroe, NY 10950
Materials Accepted
Orange County Transfer Station #1
21 Training Center Lane, New Hampton, NY
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does my trash need to be at the curb in Monroe?
All garbage and recycling bins must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on your scheduled collection day, but no earlier than 4:00 PM the night before.
Can I put my autumn leaves in black plastic bags?
No. The Monroe DPW requires all leaves and yard clippings to be placed in biodegradable brown paper bags or open, unlidded containers.
How do I dispose of old paint and household chemicals?
Hazardous materials cannot be put in your regular trash. You must bring them to a designated Orange County Household Hazardous Waste collection event.