Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Montgomery
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice a week, either on Mondays and Thursdays or Tuesdays and Fridays, depending on your street location.
Recycling
Every Wednesday
Yard Waste
Curbside leaf collection is provided on designated days in the fall; residents can also drop off brush and yard waste year-round at the Village DPW compost site (69 Bachelor St).
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day (no earlier than 9:00 PM the evening before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside trash and recycling services are provided by the Village DPW and funded via village property taxes, while water and sewer services are billed semi-annually in June and December.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In Person
Personal containers Bin (Trash)
Trash must be securely bagged—no loose trash is permitted in cans. Place containers curbside by 7:00 a.m. (no earlier than 9:00 p.m. the night before). Bags cannot exceed 40 pounds. Empty cans must be removed by 9:00 p.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Dried water-based paint (cans must be completely dry)
Personal recycling bin Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected village-wide every Wednesday. Items must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. Keep materials loose in the bin, never in plastic grocery bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass food and beverage bottles
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Plastic containers and jugs
- ✓Clean paper and flattened cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Hardcover books (unless covers are removed)
- ✕Napkins, paper towels, and tissues
- ✕Soiled paper cups or plates
- ✕Wax-coated or plastic-coated paper
- ✕Styrofoam (cups, egg cartons, trays)
- ✕Plastic toys and plastic wrap
- ✕Mirrors, lightbulbs, and ceramics
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste can be taken to the DPW Garage compost site on Bachelor Street. Curbside leaf collection requires leaves to be bagged on specific designated fall days.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush (up to 4 inches in diameter and 6 feet long)
- ✓Christmas trees (seasonal)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Year-round by appointment
Placement
Items must be pre-scheduled and the appropriate fees paid before placing them at the curb.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and household items
- ✓ Televisions and computer monitors
- ✓ Appliances (washers, dryers, refrigerators, A/C units)
- ✓ Tires (up to 24 inches)
- ✓ Construction debris
Not Accepted
- ✕ Gas grills with propane tanks still attached
- ✕ Oil-based paints
- ✕ Pool chemicals and pesticides
- ✕ Solvents, degreasers, and reactive materials
- ✕ Explosives and ammunition
Fees are applied per item or load: $40 for up to 600 lbs of general bulk, $20 for TVs/monitors, $15 for appliances (including those with Freon), and $10-$30 per tire depending on size.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a major municipal holiday falls on a scheduled Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday trash route, garbage collection shifts may occur. Check the Village Hall news board or contact the DPW for specific weekly route adjustments.
Yard Waste Exception
The DPW Garage compost site is generally closed to the public on observed municipal holidays.
Because standard household trash is collected twice a week in the village, missing a holiday pickup day means you will typically rely on your second scheduled collection day for that week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Fall
October to NovemberThe village schedules specific curbside pickup days for bagged leaves. If you miss your street's designated day, you are responsible for hauling your leaf bags to the DPW Garage compost site.
Winter
JanuaryThe DPW collects Christmas trees at the curb on designated days. Trees must be completely free of tinsel, ornaments, metal stands, and plastic bags. Missed trees can be dropped off at the 69 Bachelor Street garage.
Spring/Summer
April to SeptemberTake advantage of the Village compost site for your spring pruning and summer grass clippings. Ensure any brush dropped off is no longer than 6 feet and no thicker than 4 inches.
Local Tips & Community Info
Navigating Solid Waste Options in Montgomery
Depending on whether you reside within the Town of Montgomery limits or inside one of its incorporated villages (like Walden, Maybrook, or the Village of Montgomery itself), your refuse collection strategy will look quite different. For residents living in the unincorporated town areas, the municipality does not provide a taxpayer-funded curbside garbage truck fleet. Instead, homeowners are given the flexibility to either contract with a private Orange County sanitation hauling service or independently transport their household refuse to the town's municipal transfer facility. This privatized and self-serve model keeps general town taxes lower while allowing property owners to choose the disposal method that best fits their household volume.
The Kidd Lane Transfer Station Mechanics
If you prefer the self-haul route, the Town of Montgomery operates a dedicated Transfer Station situated on Kidd Lane. To gain entry to the dumping floor, every vehicle must clearly display a valid annual permit sticker. These resident permits can be acquired at the Town Clerk's office on Bracken Road during standard business hours. The transfer facility is strictly monitored by on-site attendants who ensure only authorized town residents are utilizing the bins. While operating hours typically span Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, it is always wise to double-check for emergency weather or holiday closures on the town's official bulletin board before loading up your car.
Recycling Protocols and Household Trash Rules
When utilizing the Kidd Lane site, general household garbage must be properly bagged and secured. The town enforces a strict pay-per-weight or pay-per-item model for heavier drop-offs, while standard daily trash may fall under a punch-card or token system, depending on the current year's fee schedule established by the Town Board. Single-stream recycling is highly encouraged to divert unnecessary tonnage from the local landfill. Residents can deposit flattened corrugated cardboard, glass bottles, and rinsed plastics into the designated free recycling roll-offs without incurring additional per-bag disposal fees.
Hiring a Private Sanitation Carter
Homeowners who opt out of the DIY dump run must independently hire private carters. Companies such as Interstate Waste Services (IWS) or County Waste frequently service the rural residential routes across Montgomery. If you hire a private company, you must adhere to their specific bin placement regulations, which usually require carts to be at the driveway's edge by 5:00 a.m. or the night prior to your service day. Private haulers dictate their own holiday delay schedules, so you should always consult your specific provider's calendar—rather than the town's website—for curbside service delays.
Managing E-Waste and Hazardous Materials
Proper disposal of hazardous materials and electronics is heavily regulated by New York State environmental laws. You cannot throw old televisions, laptops, or automotive batteries into the general compactor at Kidd Lane. These items must be carefully separated and placed in the facility's specific e-waste collection zones. For highly toxic chemicals like wet oil-based paints, chemical solvents, and garden pesticides, Montgomery residents must wait for the Orange County Household Hazardous Waste drop-off events, which are typically hosted at regional centers in the spring and fall.
Drop-off Facilities
Village DPW Garage & Compost Site
69 Bachelor Street, Montgomery, NY 12549
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Montgomery have curbside trash pickup?
The unincorporated Town of Montgomery does not provide municipal curbside trash collection. Residents must either hire a private sanitation company or purchase a permit to use the Kidd Lane Transfer Station.
Where do I get a permit for the Kidd Lane Transfer Station?
Annual transfer station permits must be purchased in person at the Town Clerk's Office, located inside the Montgomery Town Hall at 110 Bracken Road.
How do I know if my trash pickup is delayed for a holiday?
Because curbside collection is handled by private companies, holiday schedules vary. You must check directly with your chosen hauling provider (like County Waste or IWS) to confirm their specific holiday delays.