Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Wallkill
Trash Day
Regular household trash collection is contracted individually by residents through private licensed waste haulers. The Town of Wallkill Highway Department provides an annual curbside bulk trash cleanup each spring.
Recycling
Recycling collection days and frequencies are managed directly by your chosen private waste hauler.
Yard Waste
Curbside leaf collection runs annually in November. Residents can also drop off leaves, grass clippings, and brush (under 3 inches in diameter) at the Highway Department on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (April to autumn).
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Town utility bills cover municipal water and sewer services, which are billed quarterly. Household trash and recycling services are billed separately by private collection companies.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Resident-provided (Metal or Heavy-Duty Plastic) Bin (Trash)
Trash must be placed in covered containers (max 24 inches wide by 36 inches tall) or heavy-duty plastic sacks. The total weight of any single container or tied refuse bundle must not exceed 50 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Normal household waste
- ✓Food wrappers and animal/vegetable matter
- ✓Non-recyclable paper products
- ✓Standard household refuse
Blue or Green Recycling Bin Bin (Recycling)
Follow standard Orange County recycling guidelines. Items should be placed loosely within the bin, not bagged in plastic. Be sure to thoroughly rinse and dry all food and beverage containers.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Office paper and mail
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Lithium batteries
- ✕Tires
- ✕Freon appliances
- ✕Electronic waste (e-waste)
- ✕Hazardous chemicals and wet paint
Yard Waste Bin
The town does not offer standard curbside yard waste pickup. Brush must be brought to the Keasel Road drop-off on Saturdays. Leaves are collected curbside only during a special November sweep.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small brush
- ✓Branches under 3 inches in diameter
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Designated Sunday evenings per the annual town schedule
Placement
Place bulk items at the curb on the Sunday evening indicated on your route's schedule. Empty trash cans will only be taken if clearly marked 'TO BE REMOVED'.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (chairs, sofas, dressers, desks)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Properly dried paint cans
- ✓ Up to 2 major appliances/white goods (no Freon)
- ✓ Bundled carpeting (max 9x12 ft)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Boats and trailers
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Auto parts and batteries
- ✕ Yard waste and tree stumps
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Tires and Freon appliances
Bulk collection is provided for private residences by the town. However, items like tires and Freon appliances must be hauled to an Orange County Transfer Station independently and will incur a separate recycling fee ($2-$15).
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your collection day falls on or after a major observed holiday, pickup will generally be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is managed via Saturday drop-offs or seasonal November sweeps, which are typically unaffected by mid-week holidays.
Always verify exact holiday schedule changes with your specific contracted hauler, as delays can vary depending on the hauler's designated routes.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring and Summer
April - OctoberThe Town's Brush Drop-Off Program officially opens on Saturdays beginning in April. Bring your grass clippings and branches (under 3 inches thick) to the Keasel Road entrance between 8 AM and Noon. Proof of residency is required.
Fall
NovemberThe Highway Department performs an annual curbside leaf sweep in densely populated areas during November. Leaves should be raked to the road edge or bagged, but never piled directly on the pavement or over catch basins.
Winter
October - AprilWinter parking ordinances ban overnight street parking from October 1st to April 1st between midnight and 6:00 a.m. Keeping the roads clear allows snow plows and garbage trucks to operate safely.
Local Tips & Community Info
Securing Private Sanitation Services
For homeowners situated within the Town of Wallkill, everyday household garbage removal is not a tax-funded municipal service. Instead, individuals are responsible for setting up an account with an independent, licensed waste hauler. Because the market is open, residents have the freedom to compare rates, container options, and pickup schedules among several local companies servicing the Orange County area. To maintain neighborhood aesthetics and comply with local ordinances, your privately provided trash receptacles must be stored out of public view on non-collection days. Carts should only be moved to the end of your driveway the evening prior to your scheduled pickup and must be retrieved promptly after the trucks have emptied them.
Self-Hauling and Orange County Transfer Stations
If you prefer not to hire a weekly curbside contractor, or if you simply have an overflow of household refuse, you have the option to self-haul your debris. Wallkill residents can utilize the regional Orange County transfer stations, such as the nearby New Hampton facility. When dropping off household garbage or bulk items, you will be charged a tipping fee based on the total weight of your load, which is measured on industrial scales at the facility entrance. Be prepared to show proof of county residency, such as a valid driver's license or a recent utility bill, before being granted access to the dumping floor.
Adhering to Mandatory Recycling Guidelines
Regardless of which private carter you hire, all Wallkill properties are bound by Orange County's strict recycling laws. Haulers will supply a separate bin specifically for your recyclables. Acceptable materials generally encompass clean glass bottles, metal cans, and non-hazardous plastic jugs. Corrugated cardboard is heavily monitored; it must be completely broken down and kept dry. A major point of emphasis for the region is keeping plastic bags out of the recycling stream. You should never bag your recyclables, as films and grocery sacks cause severe entanglement issues at the county's material processing plants.
Town-Sponsored Bulk Drop-Off Events
While regular heavy item pickup must be negotiated with your personal sanitation company, the Town of Wallkill periodically hosts community-wide bulk drop-off days, typically during the spring season. These popular events allow residents to dispose of larger items like old furniture, non-Freon appliances, and accumulated yard junk at a designated municipal site, often near the Highway Department. Participants must obtain a permit or present a valid ID to prove town residency prior to unloading. Hazardous chemicals, tires, and wet paint are strictly excluded from these town cleanups and must be routed through specialized county hazardous waste programs.
Drop-off Facilities
Wallkill Highway Department Brush Drop-Off
Keasel Road Entrance, Middletown, NY 10940
Materials Accepted
Orange County Transfer Station #1
211 Route 17M, New Hampton, NY 10958
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Wallkill provide weekly garbage pickup?
No. The town relies on a private subscription model. Residents must individually hire a licensed commercial waste hauler to collect their weekly household trash and recycling.
Where can I take extra trash or large furniture?
You can either arrange a special bulk pickup with your private carter, wait for a Town-sponsored spring cleanup event, or haul the items yourself to an Orange County Transfer Station for a weight-based fee.
Can I leave my garbage cans at the curb all week?
No. Local town codes dictate that trash receptacles should only be placed at the roadside shortly before your scheduled collection day and must be removed promptly afterward.