Town/Village-Issued Cart Bin (Trash)
Place carts within five feet of the curb by 6:30 a.m. on your collection day, but no earlier than 3:00 p.m. the day prior. Extra bags require a $4 sticker.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Soiled paper
Town/Village-Issued Cart Bin (Recycling)
Collection is bi-weekly based on Gold/Green week schedules. Recyclables must be clean, dry, and loose in the cart. Do not bag items.
Accepted Items
- ✓Dry paper and cardboard
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Loose plastic bags
- ✕Bagged recyclables
- ✕Food and liquid waste
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Collected separately from April 1 to November 30. Use 2-ply paper yard waste bags or bushel baskets with solid bottoms. Do not put yard waste in regular trash carts.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs
- ✓Plant trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a month (first collection day of the month)
Placement
Place bulk items neatly at the curb alongside your regular trash cart. Keep white goods separated from household waste.
Accepted
- ✓ Chairs and couches
- ✓ Mattress and box spring (counts as 1 item)
- ✓ Freon-free white goods (appliances)
- ✓ Extra garbage bags (counts towards limit)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics and televisions
- ✕ Hazardous materials
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Appliances with uncertified Freon removal
A $12 sticker must be purchased at the municipal office for each bulk item exceeding the two-item limit. Extra garbage bags exceeding the cart limit require a $4 sticker.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When an observed holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the remainder of the week are delayed by one day. For example, a Thursday holiday moves Thursday's pickup to Friday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection is subject to the same holiday delay schedule as regular refuse.
If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there are no delays to the collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Recyclables Loose and Unbagged
Never bag your recycling. Plastic garbage and grocery bags tangle in the sorting facility's machinery. Place all dry paper, cardboard, and containers loosely into your recycling cart.
Empty and Rinse All Containers
Ensure that all food and liquid are completely removed from bottles, cans, and jars. Leftover soda or food grease can ruin an entire batch of otherwise clean paper and cardboard.
Maintain Cart Clearance
Automated collection trucks require adequate space to operate. Keep your garbage and recycling carts at least 4 feet apart from each other, and away from mailboxes, parked cars, and low-hanging branches.
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - MarchDuring snowy Western New York winters, keep carts fully accessible. Clear snow from around the placement area and never place carts on top of or behind snowbanks.
Spring/Summer
April - SeptemberYard waste collection is active. Ensure all organic debris is placed in appropriate 2-ply paper bags or open bushel baskets rather than plastic bags.
Autumn
October - NovemberAs leaves begin to fall, keep them out of the street and storm drains to prevent localized flooding. Bag leaves properly for designated seasonal yard waste pickups.
About Orchard Park Waste Management
Automated Refuse and Recycling Carts in Orchard Park
Orchard Park utilizes a modern automated collection system serviced by Waste Management. Residents are provided with designated carts for household garbage and single-stream recycling. Garbage is collected weekly, while recycling is picked up on a bi-weekly alternating schedule designated as 'Gold' and 'Green' weeks. Bins must be placed at the curb by 6:30 a.m. on collection day, with wheels facing the home and at least four feet of clearance from obstacles.
Understanding the Monthly Bulk Collection
Handling large household waste in Orchard Park is straightforward. On the first collection day of every month, Waste Management will pick up to two bulk items—such as a piece of furniture, a mattress and box spring set, or an appliance—for free. If your home cleanout generates more than two large items, you must purchase a $12 special collection sticker for each additional piece from the municipal office located at 4295 South Buffalo Street.
Strict Protocols for Extra Garbage Bags
All daily household refuse must fit inside your municipal cart with the lid closed securely. If you have excess trash after a party or holiday, you cannot simply leave extra bags on the curb. Residents must purchase a $4 overflow tag from the local clerk's office for every extra bag. Each stickered bag has a maximum weight limit of 40 pounds and a volume limit of 60 gallons. Unstickered overflow will be left behind by the hauler.
Proper Disposal of Refrigerants and Appliances
Throwing away old refrigerators, dehumidifiers, or window air conditioners requires an extra step to protect the environment. Before placing these 'white goods' at the curb on your designated monthly bulk day, federal and local regulations require that all Freon and CFCs be professionally evacuated. A licensed technician must perform this service and adhere a certified removal sticker to the unit, or Waste Management will refuse the pickup.
Yard Waste and Organics Management
To keep Erie County waterways clean and prevent storm drain blockages, Orchard Park mandates separate collection for yard debris from April through November. Grass clippings, leaves, and small twigs should never go in your standard trash cart. Instead, place organic waste in 2-ply biodegradable paper bags or open, sturdy bushel baskets. Local drop-off initiatives also exist across the county for composting household food scraps to further reduce landfill waste.
Drop-off Facilities
Erie County Household Hazardous Waste Program
Various drop-off event locations
Materials Accepted
Amherst Highway Department (E-Waste)
1042 North Forest Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
When is bulk trash pickup in Orchard Park?
Waste Management collects up to two bulk items, such as a couch or mattress, on the first collection day of each month at no extra charge. Any items beyond the two-item limit require a $12 sticker purchased from the municipal office.
What happens if I have more trash than fits in my cart?
You cannot simply place unstickered bags on the ground. Extra garbage bags up to 40 pounds or 60 gallons must have a $4 overflow sticker attached, which can be purchased at the municipal office at 4295 South Buffalo Street.
Are there restrictions on throwing away old appliances?
Yes. If you are disposing of 'white goods' like refrigerators, freezers, or air conditioners, all CFCs and Freon must be professionally removed by a certified technician beforehand, and the appliance must have a removal certification sticker prominently attached.
What time do I need to put my carts out for collection?
Place your bins at the curb by 6:30 AM on your scheduled collection day, but no earlier than 3:00 PM the day prior. Make sure the cart handles face your house and they are spaced at least 4 feet apart from other bins and obstacles.