Any standard durable bin Bin (Trash)
All regular garbage must be placed curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your designated collection days (Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday).
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household solid waste
- ✓Dried out paint cans (lids off)
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Food waste
Any bin clearly marked for recycling Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected exclusively on Wednesdays on an alternating schedule (commingled one week, paper/cardboard the next). Recyclables must not be bagged in plastic.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass jars and bottles of all colors
- ✓Metal food and pet food cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (#1-7)
- ✓Clean aluminum foil and trays
- ✓Newspaper, magazines, and junk mail
- ✓Non-wax cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Aerosol spray nozzles
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Televisions and electronics
- ✕Hazardous chemicals
Yard Waste Bin
Brush is collected by the Highway Department from April to October based on your section. Leaves must be placed in paper bags or left for vacuum pickup during the fall season.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree branches and brush
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Second collection day of the week (Thursday or Friday).
Placement
Bulk materials must be placed curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your designated second pickup day. Appointments are mandatory for large appliances and heavy furniture.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large furniture
- ✓ Household appliances (by appointment)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions
- ✕ Computer monitors
- ✕ Air conditioners
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
There is no extra town fee for standard curbside bulk collection, but you must contact CRP Sanitation at (914) 592-4129 to arrange the pickup for oversized items.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a designated holiday falls on a scheduled sanitation day, there will be no pickup. Services are typically pushed back or adjusted for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Highway Department brush and leaf schedules may experience slight delays around major town holidays due to staffing.
Always refer to the current year's PDF Sanitation Booklet provided by the town for exact make-up collection dates.
Observed Holidays
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Keep Recyclables Loose, Not Bagged
Never place your Wednesday recyclables in plastic grocery bags or black trash bags. CRP Sanitation will not collect bagged recycling, as the plastic wrap heavily damages municipal sorting equipment.
Properly Dry Out Leftover Paint
Liquid paint is prohibited in the trash. You must completely dry out latex and oil-based paints using cat litter or a commercial paint hardener. Once solid, place the cans in the regular garbage with the lids removed.
Remove Aerosol Spray Nozzles
While empty aerosol cans are permitted in the commingled recycling stream, Mount Pleasant guidelines specifically require residents to detach and discard the plastic spray nozzles in the regular trash beforehand.
Seasonal Information
Spring/Summer
April - OctoberThe Highway Department conducts scheduled brush and branch collection based on five town sections. Trucks spend a maximum of 15 minutes per property. Brush cannot be collected after October 31st.
Fall
October - DecemberCurbside leaf collection takes priority. Leaves must be placed in designated biodegradable paper bags or prepared curbside for the town's leaf vacuum trucks. Never mix brush with leaf piles.
Winter/Spring
February - AprilResidents can contact the Highway Department starting February 1st to reserve free compost from the town's Leaf Recycling Facility. Deliveries generally begin in early April on a first-come, first-served basis.
About Mount Pleasant Waste Management
Mount Pleasant's Dual-Zone Refuse Collection Schedule
In the Town of Mount Pleasant, regular household trash collection is managed through a zone-based system serviced by CRP Sanitation. Depending on your specific neighborhood, your primary garbage days will fall on either Mondays and Thursdays or Tuesdays and Fridays. To guarantee service, residents must have all standard refuse positioned at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on their scheduled days. If you are unsure of your exact zone, the town's official street index provides a comprehensive breakdown.
Navigating the Alternating Wednesday Recycling System
Mount Pleasant dedicates Wednesdays entirely to recycling collection. To streamline processing, the town utilizes an alternating schedule for different material types. Commingled containers—such as glass bottles, metal cans, and plastics numbered 1 through 7—are picked up one week, while paper and non-wax cardboard are collected the next. It is critical that recyclables are left loose in designated bins; items bundled in plastic bags will be left at the curb to prevent jamming at the sorting facility.
Handling Bulk Waste and Large Appliance Disposal
For items too large to fit in standard bins, bulk waste pickup occurs on your second garbage collection day of the week (Thursday or Friday). Mount Pleasant strictly limits unannounced bulk piles to dimensions of 3 feet by 6 feet. However, if you are looking to discard major household items such as couches, refrigerators, or washing machines, you cannot simply leave them out. Residents must proactively contact CRP Sanitation at (914) 592-4129 to arrange a dedicated curbside appointment.
Seasonal Brush and Yard Debris Regulations
Yard waste management is handled separately by the Mount Pleasant Highway Department rather than the primary sanitation hauler. From April 1st through October 31st, the town deploys brush collection crews across five designated municipal sections. Trucks will spend a maximum of 15 minutes at a single property to keep the town-wide schedule on track. During the autumn months, the town transitions to leaf collection, requiring residents to use biodegradable paper bags or participate in the automated vacuum pickup program.
E-Waste and Household Hazardous Materials
Electronic waste—including televisions, computer monitors, and air conditioning units—is explicitly banned from Mount Pleasant's curbside collection due to environmental regulations. Instead, residents must utilize the nearby Household Material Recovery Facility (H-MRF) located at 15 Woods Road in Valhalla. This state-of-the-art facility processes e-waste, harsh chemical cleaners, pesticides, and other hazardous materials. Drop-offs require scheduling an appointment in advance via the Westchester County Recycling Helpline.
Drop-off Facilities
Westchester County Household Material Recovery Facility (H-MRF)
15 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I dispose of a television or computer in Mount Pleasant?
Televisions, computer monitors, and other electronics cannot be left at the curb. You must take them to the Household Material Recovery Facility (H-MRF) at 15 Woods Road in Valhalla. Drop-offs require a scheduled appointment, which you can make by calling the Recycling Helpline at (914) 813-5425.
What are the rules for Mount Pleasant's bulk trash collection?
Bulk waste is collected on your second scheduled garbage day of the week (either Thursday or Friday). Piles must be kept smaller than 3 feet by 6 feet. If you need to dispose of large items like couches, refrigerators, or washing machines, you must call CRP Sanitation at (914) 592-4129 to schedule a specific curbside pickup.
How does brush and branch collection work in the town?
The Mount Pleasant Highway Department picks up brush from April 1st through October 31st. The town is divided into five sections, each with specific collection dates. Crews will spend a maximum of 15 minutes at any single property, so ensure your branches are neatly stacked at the curb on your section's designated start date.
How do I throw away leftover paint?
Liquid paint is classified as hazardous and is not allowed in regular garbage trucks. You must dry out latex or oil-based paint completely using a commercial paint hardener or cat litter. Once it is fully solidified, you can safely place the dry cans in your standard trash with the lids removed.