Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for New Windsor
New York municipal refuse is collected weekly on designated neighborhood days. Recycling is often collected on specific days depending on the borough or county.
State Mandate
Strictly separate e-waste. Electronics are banned from regular trash.
Any standard color Bin (Trash)
Limit of six cans per residence, maximum 30 gallons per can.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Orange (or any bin with official town sticker) Bin (Recycling)
Must display a Town of New Windsor recycle sticker. No plastic bags allowed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean glass containers
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Clean plastics
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Ceramic dinnerware
- ✕Light bulbs
- ✕Soiled paper
- ✕Hardcover books
Yard Waste Bin
Place in brown paper lawn bags or standard trash cans. Branches must be tied in bundles under 3 feet long and 3 inches thick. Put out by 7 AM Monday.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Brush
- ✓Live Christmas trees
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Metal pickup on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. General bulk items require alternative disposal.
Placement
Place acceptable scrap metal items curbside for Tuesday or Thursday afternoon collection.
Accepted
- ✓ Scrap metal
- ✓ Metal poles (under 4 feet)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Refrigerators
- ✕ Air conditioners
- ✕ Freezers
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Electronics
- ✕ Chemicals
Disposal of restricted appliances and bulk items at the Orange County Transfer Station is at the owner's expense.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Collection services are typically delayed by one day following a major town-observed holiday. Please refer to the annual New Windsor Combined Holiday and Recycle Schedule.
Yard Waste Exception
Brush and yard waste pickup times vary heavily during holiday weeks since they do not run on a strict daily timeline like regular trash.
Always consult the official town calendar online to confirm exact date shifts for both trash and recycling.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Ditch the Plastic Bags for Good
Never place your recyclables or yard clippings in plastic bags. The New Windsor recycling center and compost facility strictly refuse plastic bags, so items must be placed loose in a labeled bin or brown paper leaf bag.
Remove Labels and Rinse Containers
Before tossing glass jars or metal cans into your recycling bin, make sure they are completely rinsed out and free of food residue. The town also requires removing labels to prevent contamination.
Keep E-Waste Out of the Curb
Televisions, computers, and other electronic devices cannot go out with your weekly trash. Orange County law requires e-waste to be recycled properly, so these items must be taken to a designated transfer station.
Seasonal Information
Spring & Summer
April to SeptemberLawn care season means regular yard waste pickup. Place your grass clippings in brown paper bags or standard bins out by 7 AM on Monday during your designated brush week. Do not mix rocks or dirt with your clippings.
Autumn
October to NovemberDuring the heavy leaf-falling months, utilizing brown paper lawn and leaf bags is heavily encouraged by the town to expedite the collection process and keep New Windsor's streets clear of seasonal debris.
Winter
December to JanuaryAfter the holidays, live Christmas trees are collected during a standard brush pickup week. Ensure all ornaments, lights, and tinsel are fully removed before placing the bare tree at the curb.
About New Windsor Waste Management
Complete Guide to New Windsor Trash Collection Services
As a resident of New Windsor, managing your household waste is straightforward thanks to the municipal Highway and Sanitation Department. Standard garbage is collected once every week, and the town enforces a generous limit of six cans per residence, ensuring you have plenty of capacity for typical household refuse. To keep our Orange County neighborhoods clean, ensure your receptacles do not exceed the 30-gallon capacity limit.
Bi-Weekly Recycling Procedures in New Windsor
The town implements a bi-weekly recycling program that alternates with yard waste collection. On your designated recycling week, place your clean glass, plastics, and metal items in an appropriate bin. While the town previously used orange baskets exclusively, you can now use a standard garbage can or laundry basket as long as it displays an official Town of New Windsor recycle sticker, which you can easily pick up from the Highway Garage.
Yard Waste and Brush Collection Requirements
Maintaining a pristine lawn in New Windsor means properly disposing of your yard clippings and brush. On the weeks opposite your recycling pickup, the town collects leaves and grass clippings. It is highly recommended to use brown paper lawn bags or a dedicated trash can for this purpose, as plastic bags are strictly prohibited by the town's compost facility. If you have branches, tie them in bundles under three feet long and place them curbside by 7 AM on Monday.
Disposing of Metal and Unacceptable Bulk Items
Getting rid of scrap metal? New Windsor offers specific metal pickup on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Just make sure any poles are cut down to four feet or less. However, major appliances containing Freon—like refrigerators and air conditioners—as well as electronics, tires, and construction debris, are not collected curbside. These restricted bulk items must be transported directly to the Orange County Transfer Station in neighboring Newburgh.
Drop-off Facilities
Orange County Transfer Station
Route 17K, Newburgh, NY
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get a recycling sticker for my bin in New Windsor?
You can obtain an official Town of New Windsor recycle sticker by requesting one at the Highway Garage, located at 196 Perimeter Rd.
Is there a limit to how much garbage I can put out each week?
Yes, New Windsor town law limits residential garbage collection to six trash cans per household per week, with each can not exceeding a 30-gallon capacity.
How should I prepare branches and brush for curbside pickup?
Branches must be no longer than three feet in length, under three inches in diameter, and tied securely in bundles. Place them curbside by 7 AM on Monday of your brush collection week.
What do I do with old refrigerators or air conditioners?
The town does not collect appliances containing Freon curbside. You must transport refrigerators, air conditioners, and freezers to the Orange County Transfer Station on Route 17K in Newburgh at your own expense.