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
!Contamination Tips
Never Include Stumps or Leaves in Brush Drop-Offs
The Gloria Drive brush drop-off facility is strictly designed for woody debris like branches and limbs [1.2.3]. Do not bring tree stumps, loose leaves, grass clippings, or concrete to the site, as they will be rejected by the DPW staff.
Schedule Your Ecopark HHW Visit
You cannot simply show up with wet paint or harsh chemicals at the Monroe County ecopark. An appointment is mandatory for Household Hazardous Waste drop-offs to ensure safety and prevent long waiting lines.
Remove Ornaments for Tree Recycling
If you are taking a Christmas tree to the Jackson Road Highway Garage, all artificial decorations, lights, and tinsel must be completely removed so the tree can be cleanly chipped into community mulch.
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.
About Penfield Waste Management
Penfield's Privatized Refuse and Recycling Model
Unlike many neighboring municipalities, the Town of Penfield does not operate a town-wide residential garbage or recycling collection program [1.1.1]. Homeowners are responsible for independently contracting with a licensed private waste hauler, such as Waste Management (WM) or Casella Waste Systems. Because the routes are completely privatized, your specific collection days, container sizes, and holiday delay schedules will depend entirely on the company you hire.
Utilizing the Gloria Drive Brush Facility
While the town does not collect trash at the curb, the Penfield Department of Public Works (DPW) provides a dedicated brush drop-off service for residents. Located at 2143 Gloria Drive, this facility allows locals to dispose of branches, limbs, bushes, and logs. It operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., along with specialized Saturday drop-off events. Commercial landscaping contractors and dump trucks are strictly prohibited from using the site.
The Town's Strict No-Leaf-Collection Policy
If you are new to Penfield, it is critical to know that the town explicitly does not provide autumn leaf pick-up services. Citing the high financial burden of labor, equipment, and landfilling, the town board actively encourages homeowners to practice grasscycling, mulch their leaves directly into their lawns, or establish backyard compost piles. Residents who cannot manage their own leaves must hire a private landscaping service for removal.
Accessing the Monroe County Ecopark for Hazardous Waste
For hazardous materials that are legally banned from regular household trash—such as wet paint, heavy pesticides, and automotive fluids—Penfield residents utilize the Monroe County ecopark located at 10 Avion Drive near the airport. While many items like electronics and televisions can be dropped off during standard hours, residents must schedule a mandatory appointment to drop off Household Hazardous Waste (HHW).
Christmas Tree Upcycling and Community Mulch
During the winter months, the Town of Penfield runs a sustainable Christmas tree recycling program. Residents can bring their bare, non-artificial trees to the Highway Garage at 1607 Jackson Road. The DPW chips these trees and incorporates them into a massive, free mulch pile that is made available to the local community. Trees can be dropped off at any time just to the right of the DPW facility gates.
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 pick up garbage and recycling?
No, the Town of Penfield does not provide municipal curbside garbage or recycling services [1.1.1]. Homeowners must independently hire a private waste hauler, such as Waste Management or Casella, to handle their residential trash.
Will the town pick up my fall leaves?
No. Penfield explicitly does not provide leaf pick-up services due to the high costs associated with equipment, labor, and landfilling. The town encourages residents to mulch or compost leaves on their own property, or hire a private landscaping firm.
Where can I get rid of branches and brush in Penfield?
Residents can bring branches, sticks, and logs to the town's brush drop-off site at 2143 Gloria Drive. The facility is typically open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and on select Saturdays through November. Proof of residency is required.
How do I dispose of old paint and household chemicals?
Hazardous waste cannot be thrown in your regular trash. Penfield residents must use the Monroe County ecopark at 10 Avion Drive. You must schedule an appointment online or call the town DPW to secure a time slot for dropping off household hazardous waste.