Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Ossining
Trash Day
Monday and Thursday (Zone 1) or Tuesday and Friday (Zone 2)
Recycling
Alternating Wednesdays (newspaper/cardboard one week, commingled containers the next)
Yard Waste
Mondays (Zone 2) and Tuesdays (Zone 1)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling services are funded through property taxes, while municipal water and sewer usage is billed separately on a quarterly basis.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, In Person
Any standard durable container Bin (Trash)
Containers cannot exceed 35 gallons. Must be watertight with a tight-fitting lid. Place at curb by 6:00 a.m. but no earlier than 5:00 p.m. the night before. Empty bins must be removed the same day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household solid waste
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Dried out paint cans (lids removed)
- ✓Medical needles (in sealed, hard plastic containers)
Village recycling bin or clearly marked container Bin (Recycling)
Collected on alternating Wednesdays (Commingled vs. Paper/Cardboard). Cardboard must be flattened. Items must be loose, never bagged in plastic.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles (clear, brown, green)
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Metal cans and clean aluminum foil
- ✓Corrugated cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Pesticide bottles
- ✕Broken glass and window panes
- ✕Hardback books
- ✕Ceramics and Pyrex
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or unlidded containers. No plastic bags. Branches must be tied in manageable bundles facing the same direction.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Weeds and shrub trimmings
- ✓Old flowers
- ✓Tree brush up to 1 inch thick
- ✓Tied branches under 5 inches thick and 5 feet long
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (Mondays for Zone 1, Tuesdays for Zone 2). Bulk metals/electronics are Thursdays/Fridays.
Placement
Bulk items must not be placed out before 5:00 p.m. the evening prior. Tape up glass on storm windows and completely remove doors from refrigerators and freezers.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Storm windows (glass must be thoroughly taped)
- ✓ Appliances (Freon stickers required)
- ✓ Televisions and electronics
- ✓ Bulk metals
Not Accepted
- ✕ Wet paint
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Hazardous household chemicals
- ✕ Contractor-generated construction debris
Standard curbside bulk collection is free for residents. However, disposing of appliances containing Freon may require professional Freon removal and a certification sticker beforehand.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a holiday falls on a collection day, garbage pickup is typically canceled and pushed back. On holiday weeks, bulk metal and electronics pickups are entirely suspended.
Yard Waste Exception
Organic yard waste pickup may also be delayed or canceled during holiday weeks to prioritize standard garbage routes.
The Village publishes a highly detailed, zone-by-zone holiday schedule matrix annually. Always check the official DPW website for exact alternate days.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - MarchDuring winter storms, sidewalk snow and ice must be cleared within six hours after the precipitation stops (excluding 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.). Do not shovel snow into the roadway. Garbage pickup may be delayed; leave bins at the curb.
Fall
October - DecemberThe Highway Department operates a leaf vacuum machine in most areas during autumn. However, certain state routes still require residents to bag their leaves strictly in biodegradable paper bags.
Spring/Summer
April - OctoberYard waste is picked up consistently on your designated organic waste day (Monday or Tuesday depending on your zone). Remember to keep local streams clean by minimizing the use of lawn chemicals and pesticides.
Local Tips & Community Info
Standard Trash Collection Zones and Schedules
The Village of Ossining divides curbside garbage collection into two primary service areas to ensure efficiency. Properties located in Zone 1 generally receive routine trash pickup on Mondays and Thursdays, while homes in Zone 2 are scheduled for Tuesdays and Fridays. Keeping our Westchester County neighborhoods clean requires everyone to secure their household waste in tightly sealed containers. If you are ever unsure about your specific pickup days, the local Department of Public Works (DPW) provides a detailed map and an annual calendar on the village website.
Curbside Recycling and Alternate Wednesday Pickups
Ossining is committed to sustainability and partners with Westchester County's recycling initiatives. Recycling in the village typically occurs on alternating Wednesdays. Residents must properly sort their commingled plastics, glass, and metal containers away from paper and cardboard. Remember to rinse all food containers and remove lids before placing them into bins marked clearly with a red recycling sticker. You can even download the free Recycle Coach app to receive direct phone alerts and search a vast database of items to determine exactly what goes where.
Yard Waste Disposal and Fall Leaf Vacuuming
Maintaining your property throughout the changing New York seasons is made easier with Ossining's dedicated yard waste program. Bagged organic materials and bundled branches are picked up on Mondays and Tuesdays. If your bulk day falls on a Monday, expect your yard waste to be collected Tuesday, and vice versa. Use 30-gallon biodegradable paper bags for loose clippings. Once autumn arrives, the Village rolls out its curbside leaf vacuuming service starting around November 1st, allowing residents to pile leaves directly at the curb for efficient removal.
Navigating Bulk Waste and Metal Electronics
Getting rid of old furniture, broken appliances, or obsolete electronics doesn't have to be a hassle. Bulk pickup aligns with your regular garbage schedule. Depending on your zone, heavy household items and metals are collected on specific days alongside regular refuse. Televisions, computer monitors, and large appliances should be placed neatly at the curb. However, it is strictly advised to keep refrigerators and air conditioners out of sight from the street until the evening directly preceding your scheduled collection to maintain neighborhood aesthetics.
Proper Bin Placement and Storage Etiquette
To guarantee smooth operations for the sanitation crews, all garbage and recycling bins must be accessible by 6:00 AM on the day of collection. You may set your materials out as early as 5:00 PM the evening before. Ossining regulations require that garbage containers do not exceed a 35-gallon capacity and must feature tight-fitting lids to deter local wildlife. After your trash has been collected, be sure to retrieve your empty bins from the street by the end of the day.
Holiday Delays and Missed Pickup Guidance
When a designated village holiday—such as Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, or Labor Day—falls on a weekday, sanitation collections are suspended, which often pushes the schedule back by one day for the remainder of the week. During severe winter weather, pickups may also be delayed. The DPW advises residents to leave their bins at the curb; crews will resume routes as soon as conditions are safe. If your street was missed under normal conditions, contact the John-Paul Rodrigues Ossining Operations Center immediately to report the oversight.
Drop-off Facilities
Westchester County Household Material Recovery Facility (H-MRF)
15 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the earliest time I can put my garbage out in Ossining?
You are permitted to place your trash, recycling, or bulk items at the curb no earlier than 5:00 PM the evening prior to your scheduled collection day. All items must be out by 6:00 AM the morning of pickup.
Where can I purchase official recycling bins or yard waste bags?
Residents can purchase standardized recycling bins for a small fee, as well as approved biodegradable paper yard waste bags, directly from the DPW facility located at 101 Route 9A in Ossining.
Does Ossining sanitation collect during snowstorms?
During severe inclement weather, curbside collection may be paused for safety. The Sanitation Department asks that you leave your containers at the curb, as they will automatically reschedule and complete the pickup as soon as the roads are cleared.