Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Rome
Trash Day
Tuesday through Friday (specific collection day depends on your neighborhood route)
Recycling
Tuesday through Friday (collected weekly on your scheduled trash day)
Yard Waste
Seasonal collection operates April through October on designated weekdays (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday depending on zone)
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside refuse and recycling collection within the city refuse district is funded through property taxes, while city water and sewer utilities are metered and billed quarterly.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes / Quarterly for Water & Sewer
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior citizen, disability, and STAR property tax exemptions are available to qualifying homeowners through the City Assessor's Office.
City-issued Cart (RFID-tagged) Bin (Trash)
All garbage must be placed inside plastic bags before going into the cart. The lid must be able to close completely. Bins must be placed at the curb between 6:00 PM the night before and 7:00 AM on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Small amounts of DIY C&D (in separate container under 50 lbs)
City-issued RecycleOne Cart (RFID-tagged) Bin (Recycling)
Single-stream collection via the RecycleOne program. All items must be mixed together loosely in the cart. Do not bag recyclables. Rinse all containers before disposal.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic containers and tubs
- ✓Metal cans and foil
- ✓Cardboard, newspaper, and mixed paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Clothing and textiles
Yard Waste Bin
Collected the day before normal trash pickup (April to October). Limit of five 30-gallon containers or 100% biodegradable paper lawn bags per week. Max weight is 50 lbs per container. Plastic bags and loose piles are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush and limbs (max 5 feet long, 6 inches in diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on standard trash day
Placement
Place your single allowed bulk item at the curb alongside your regular refuse carts no earlier than 6:00 PM the evening before pickup.
Accepted
- ✓ Washing machines and dryers
- ✓ Couches and large chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Room-size rugs (rolled and tied, max 6 feet long)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Truck tires
- ✕ Loose construction material
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquid paint
- ✕ Multiple bulk items in a single week
One bulk item and one car tire per week are included at no extra charge. Excess bulk must be transported to the EcoDrop facility.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The contracted hauler, Bliss, only delays garbage and recycling routes for New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Other federal holidays do not impact regular trash pickup.
Yard Waste Exception
Because green waste is collected by the city DPW, Monday municipal holidays (like Memorial Day) WILL delay green waste collection by one day, even though regular trash is unaffected.
Always refer to the Rome Daily Sentinel, where Bliss publishes official notices regarding holiday schedule changes two days prior to an affected holiday.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March to AprilThe DPW typically conducts a bulk loose leaf sweep in late March to clear winter remnants. Following this sweep, all green waste must transition strictly to the 5-container/bag limit beginning in mid-April.
Autumn
October to NovemberContainerized yard waste pickup eventually halts as the city transitions to its autumn loose leaf vacuuming schedule. Do not mix brush or branches into fall leaf piles, as it damages the vacuum equipment.
Winter
December to FebruaryGreen waste collection is suspended for the winter. Ensure your RFID garbage and recycling carts are kept completely clear of snowbanks and placed firmly on cleared driveway surfaces to allow the automated trucks access.
Local Tips & Community Info
Complete Guide to the Rome Trash & Recycling Schedule
Residents of Rome, New York, rely on a dependable sanitation schedule managed by the local Department of Public Works and serviced by Bliss, the city's contracted waste hauler. For residential properties located within the inside district, the city provides two dedicated wheeled carts: one designed specifically for landfill-bound garbage and another strictly for recyclable materials. It is important to ensure that all household waste fits securely within your provided trash cart without overflowing, as the hauler will not collect excess loose garbage. If you consistently generate more waste than your bin allows, familiarizing yourself with the established local regulations will help you manage your household refuse efficiently and keep the surrounding community clean.
Curbside Recycling Rules and the RecycleOne Program
Recycling is mandatory across Oneida County, and Rome residents must adhere to specific guidelines to ensure their materials are successfully collected. All recyclables need to be clean, dry, and placed loosely into the provided recycling cart—bagged recyclables are strictly prohibited and will be left at the curb. If your household produces a large volume of recyclable material that frequently exceeds the provided cart's capacity, you can obtain a special “RecycleOne” decal directly from the Department of Public Works. By applying this decal to an additional lidded container of your own, you can safely set out your extra recyclables for the weekly collection without facing penalties.
Handling Bulk Waste and Construction Debris
Getting rid of large household items in Rome is a straightforward process when following the city's bulk disposal limits. The sanitation crew permits the disposal of one bulk item per week, such as a mattress, couch, large table, or a car tire without the metal rim. Keep in mind that a mattress and a matching box spring together count as a single bulk item. The item must be manageable enough for two adults to lift safely, and anything containing Freon refrigerants is strictly banned from standard curbside pickup. Additionally, if you are doing minor DIY home repairs, you can set out one container of construction and demolition debris per week. This container must weigh under 50 pounds, and any metal or lumber pieces must be cut down to four feet or less in length.
Yard Waste, Brush Removal, and Holiday Delays
The Rome City Yard handles the specialized removal of green waste, brush, and community street sweeping. While standard garbage and recycling are collected by the independent contractor Bliss, green waste collection follows its own specific local schedule. For major holidays like New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day, standard refuse collection is pushed back by exactly one day. Interestingly, while standard Monday holidays will delay your green waste collection by a day, they do not interrupt the regular Bliss collection of trash and recycling. For any electronic waste, residents cannot leave it at the curb; instead, E-waste must be transported securely to the Western Transfer Station located at 575 Perimeter Road.
Drop-off Facilities
EcoDrop Rome
575 Perimeter Rd, Rome, NY 13441
Materials Accepted
Rome City Yard (DPW)
132 Race Street, Rome, NY 13440
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who do I contact for missed trash pickups in Rome, NY?
For any concerns, comments, or missed refuse collections, residents should directly contact the City of Rome Department of Public Works by calling (315) 339-7778.
How do I dispose of a mattress or large furniture?
You are permitted to place one bulk item at the curb each week alongside your regular trash. A mattress and box spring count as one complete item, provided they can be safely lifted by two adults.
Where can I drop off electronic waste?
E-waste is not accepted at the curb. Residents must bring their electronic items to the Western Transfer Station located at 575 Perimeter Road in Rome, NY.