Standard heavy-duty can or closed bags Bin (Trash)
Containers must have covers, not exceed 65 gallons in size, and weigh no more than 60 pounds. Place at curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Normal household and kitchen waste
- ✓Food packaging and wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Soiled paper products
Town-issued bins (Dual-stream) Bin (Recycling)
Collection is on Wednesdays. Keep containers and paper in separate bins. Bins cannot be placed at the curb earlier than 3:00 p.m. the day before collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Tin, aluminum, and bimetallic cans
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Gable-top cartons (milk/juice)
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and office paper
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Hazardous and electronic waste
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Medical sharps
- ✕Food-soiled cardboard (e.g., greasy pizza boxes)
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves and grass must be in biodegradable brown paper bags (max 60 lbs). Branches must be cut to a maximum of 4 feet and tied in bundles (max 60 lbs).
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush
- ✓Tree branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice a month (2nd and 4th weeks)
Placement
Place items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the morning of pickup, but no earlier than the weekend preceding the scheduled collection date.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (couches, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Small appliances (washers, dryers, hot water heaters)
- ✓ Large household junk (limited to 5 items)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and computers (E-waste)
- ✕ Refrigerators and air conditioners (Freon appliances)
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
Standard residential bulk pickup of up to 5 items is included in your municipal services. Private removal must be arranged for excessive amounts or construction debris.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a major holiday falls on a weekday, garbage and recycling collections in the unincorporated areas are generally delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste pickups may be skipped or delayed during a holiday week to prioritize the collection of standard household garbage and recycling.
Always check the Rockland Green holiday schedule alerts for specific route adjustments, as the DPW occasionally reschedules Wednesday recycling pickups to accommodate long weekends.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Never Bag Recyclables in Plastic
Rockland Green strictly prohibits the use of plastic grocery or trash bags for recycling. Plastic film jams the sorting machinery at the materials recovery facility. All recyclables must be tossed loosely into your town-issued bins.
Properly Secure Your Cardboard
Do not just pile loose boxes at the curb. Town code dictates that all corrugated cardboard boxes must be flattened and secured together either by tying them with twine or stuffing them tightly into one larger, flattened box.
Keep Twigs Out of Leaf Bags
When cleaning up your yard, ensure that your biodegradable paper leaf bags contain only leaves and grass clippings. Twigs, branches, and stems can puncture the bags and must be bundled and tied separately.
Seasonal Information
Spring/Summer
April - SeptemberGrass clippings and bundled brush are collected curbside starting in early April. Ensure all clippings are in biodegradable paper bags, as plastic landscaping bags will be left at the curb.
Autumn
October - DecemberHeavy leaf collection occurs during these months. Leaves must be bagged in paper Kraft bags. Avoid raking loose leaves into the street, as this clogs municipal storm drains and causes localized flooding.
Winter
December - MarchCurbside yard waste and brush collection are entirely suspended during the winter season. During snow events, ensure your trash cans are visible and placed slightly inset into your driveway to avoid being hit by town snowplows.
About Ramapo Waste Management
Navigating Ramapo's Complex Waste Structure
Because the Town of Ramapo encompasses multiple independent villages (such as Spring Valley, Suffern, and Montebello), the town's Department of Public Works (DPW) solely manages the collection routes for the unincorporated areas like Monsey, Hillcrest, Tallman, and Viola. The town works in strict coordination with the Rockland County Solid Waste Management Authority, known as Rockland Green, which oversees the regional transfer stations and sets the overarching recycling and disposal rules for the entire county.
Wednesday is Dedicated Recycling Day
In unincorporated Ramapo, regular household garbage is collected twice a week (either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday, depending on your street), but Wednesdays are universally reserved for recycling. Ramapo mandates a strict dual-stream recycling process in accordance with Town Code Chapter 235. Residents must separate their commingled containers (plastics, glass, and metals) from their commingled papers (cardboard and office paper) into separate, town-provided bins.
Predicting Your Bulk Trash Day
Unlike municipalities that require you to schedule an appointment for large items, Ramapo offers a predictable, albeit specific, bulk collection schedule. Bulk trash is picked up on your street's second regular garbage collection day (either Thursday or Friday) but only during the second and fourth weeks of each month. Homeowners are permitted to place acceptable bulk items at the curb, but strictly no earlier than the weekend prior to the collection day.
Strict Regulations for Organic Yard Waste
The Town of Ramapo regulates yard waste meticulously to maintain clean stormwater systems and streets. Leaves and grass clippings must never be blown into the roadway; they are required to be placed in biodegradable Kraft paper bags weighing no more than 60 pounds each. Brush and tree branches must be cut into sections no longer than four feet and tied into bundles. Yard waste is picked up routinely from April through early December but is completely suspended during the winter months.
The Hillburn Transfer Station & Hazardous Drop-offs
When residents have excess debris, construction materials, or items not accepted at the curb, they can utilize the Rockland Green Hillburn Transfer Station located on Baler Boulevard. For electronic waste, such as old televisions and computers, or household hazardous waste like paint and pool chemicals, residents must make the trip to the Rockland County Fire Training Center in Pomona, as these items are strictly banned from curbside municipal collection.
Drop-off Facilities
Rockland Green Hillburn Transfer Station
50 Baler Boulevard, Hillburn, NY 10931
Materials Accepted
Rockland County Household Hazardous Waste Facility
35 Firemens Memorial Drive, Pomona, NY 10970
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
When is bulk trash picked up in the Town of Ramapo?
For unincorporated Ramapo, bulk trash is collected twice a month on your street's second regular garbage day (which will be either Thursday or Friday) during the second and fourth weeks of the month. You are limited to 5 items per pickup.
How do I dispose of old televisions and computers in Ramapo?
Electronic waste is strictly banned from curbside bulk collection. You must transport your old TVs, computers, and monitors to the Rockland County Household Hazardous Waste Facility located at the Fire Training Center in Pomona.
Can I put my recycling in plastic garbage bags?
No. Rockland Green's recycling program requires that all recyclables be placed loosely into your town-issued bins. Plastic bags jam the automated sorting equipment at the recycling facility and will cause your bin to be rejected at the curb.
What are the rules for disposing of leaves and branches?
Leaves and grass clippings must be packed into biodegradable Kraft paper bags weighing no more than 60 pounds. Branches and brush must be cut down to a maximum of four feet in length, tied into manageable bundles, and placed at the curb. Yard waste collection runs from April through early December.