Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Penfield
Trash Day
Trash collection in the Town of Penfield is not provided by municipal crews; residents contract directly with private waste haulers (such as Casella, Waste Management, Suburban Disposal, or Seyrek). Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your chosen hauler and street address.
Recycling
Curbside recycling is collected by your private hauler on your designated service day, typically picked up weekly or bi-weekly depending on the hauler's plan.
Yard Waste
Yard waste pickup varies by private hauler. Additionally, the Town of Penfield DPW provides seasonal weekday and scheduled Saturday brush drop-off at 2143 Gloria Drive.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Because trash removal is not a town-provided municipal service or included on property tax bills, residents pay their waste and recycling fees directly to their chosen private hauler.
Billing Cycle
Monthly, Quarterly, or Annually (set by private hauler)
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone (varies by private waste provider)
Pro Tip / Discount
No townwide discounts listed; some private haulers offer annual prepayment discounts or senior citizen rates upon request.
Varies by private hauler Bin (Trash)
Because the town relies on private subscription haulers, your exact container size, placement time, and bin rules will depend entirely on the company you hire (e.g., Waste Management or Casella).
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household solid waste
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Varies by private hauler Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected by your privately hired hauler. Ensure all materials are kept loose and are not bundled inside plastic grocery bags, which jam local sorting facilities.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam packing peanuts
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Hazardous chemicals
Yard Waste Bin
The town does not provide curbside pickup. You must transport accepted brush to the Gloria Drive drop-off site. Stumps, leaves, and grass clippings are strictly prohibited from this facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓Branches
- ✓Limbs
- ✓Sticks
- ✓Bushes
- ✓Logs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Scheduled via private hauler or independent junk removal service.
Placement
Coordinate strictly with your private waste company. Do not leave bulk items at the curb without a confirmed pickup appointment to avoid local code violations.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Household appliances (via private hauler)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Liquid paint
- ✕ Contractor-generated construction debris
Fees for bulky item removal are set independently by your private waste management company or junk removal service.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Since garbage and recycling are handled by independent private companies like Waste Management and Casella, your holiday delay schedule will depend solely on your chosen provider.
Yard Waste Exception
The municipal brush drop-off facility on Gloria Drive is closed on all observed Town holidays.
Always contact your private hauler directly to confirm if your specific neighborhood route is delayed by a weekday holiday.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring/Summer
April - SeptemberWeekday brush drop-off at 2143 Gloria Drive resumes in the spring, typically open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., alongside specialized Saturday drop-off events.
Fall
October - NovemberPenfield does not deploy leaf vacuum trucks or offer curbside leaf bagging pickup during autumn. Residents are strongly encouraged to practice grasscycling and leaf-mulching on their own properties.
Winter
December - MarchPost-holiday Christmas tree recycling is available at the Highway Garage on Jackson Road. Place bare trees to the right of the DPW facility gates to be converted into free resident mulch.
Local Tips & Community Info
Private Waste and Recycling Haulers in Penfield
Unlike municipalities that operate centralized sanitation departments, the Town of Penfield utilizes a private subscription model for residential garbage and recycling. Homeowners must independently contract with commercial waste hauling companies, such as Waste Management (WM) or Casella, to manage their household refuse. Because you choose your own provider, your specific pickup schedule, container size limits, and bulk rules will depend entirely on your chosen company's policies. However, most local haulers require you to wheel your carts to the curb by 6:00 AM on your designated collection morning to guarantee service.
Town of Penfield Brush Drop-Off Program
Even though daily yard waste is not collected at the curb by town vehicles, Penfield offers a highly convenient Brush Drop-Off program for its residents. Accepted organic materials include bare branches and trimmed shrubs. It is important to note that grass clippings, fallen leaves, concrete, and large tree stumps are strictly prohibited at the facility. The drop-off site operates during regular weekday hours through mid-November, with additional Saturday availability scheduled during the peak spring and summer landscaping seasons. Commercial landscapers and dump trucks are banned from using this residential service.
Annual Fall Recycling and Disposal Event
To help the community clear out basement clutter and heavy debris, the town organizes a massive two-day fall drop-off event at the Little League Baseball complex located at 3100 Atlantic Avenue. During this special weekend, residents can safely discard bulky household furniture, scrap metal, vehicle batteries, and up to four car tires. Specialized document shredding services are typically offered on the Saturday of the event. Please be aware that household electronics, such as televisions and computer monitors, are not accepted at this location and require alternative disposal methods.
Handling Household Hazardous Waste
Disposing of toxic chemicals, old paint, and used motor oil in your regular curbside bin is illegal and poses a severe threat to local ecosystems. Penfield residents are directed to utilize the Monroe County Ecopark to responsibly shed household hazardous waste. To ensure safety and minimize traffic, the Ecopark requires all visitors to secure an appointment in advance. You can easily schedule your drop-off time slot online by visiting the official Monroe County environmental services website.
Pharmaceutical and Sharps Disposal Options
Flushing old medications down the toilet contaminates the regional water supply. To combat this issue, pharmaceutical waste collection events are held periodically throughout the year, often at nearby regional supermarkets or civic centers. Accepted items usually include prescription pills, over-the-counter medications, ointments, and empty medicine bottles. If you miss a scheduled collection drive, you can safely drop off unwanted drugs and secure sharps at designated Monroe County Sheriff's Office substations year-round.
Drop-off Facilities
Town of Penfield Brush Drop-Off Site
2143 Gloria Drive, Penfield, NY 14526
Materials Accepted
Monroe County ecopark
10 Avion Drive, Rochester, NY 14624
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Penfield provide weekly garbage collection?
No, the local town government does not provide municipal curbside trash pickup. Residents are entirely responsible for hiring a private waste hauling company, such as Casella or Waste Management, for their weekly sanitation needs.
Where can I dispose of yard brush and tree branches?
Residents can transport branches and shrubs directly to the Town's designated brush drop-off site. You must present valid proof of residency upon arrival, and materials like grass clippings or leaves will be rejected.
How do I get rid of old paint and toxic chemicals?
Hazardous materials must be taken to the Monroe County Ecopark. You are required to schedule an appointment online before arriving to drop off toxic items safely.