Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Austintown
Ohio waste management services operate on weekly zone-based schedules. Exact pickup days vary based on your local municipality or private franchise hauler.
State Mandate
Ohio EPA regulations prohibit the disposal of whole scrap tires in standard landfills.
Resident's Choice / Provider Specific Bin (Trash)
Trash collection rules, bin sizes, and placement times are dictated by your chosen private hauler. Ensure you follow your specific contract guidelines.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
Green (Green Team / Republic Services) Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables. Items must be loose, emptied, and rinsed thoroughly before being placed in the Green Team bin.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cartons (milk, juice, broth, wine)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (any color)
- ✓Metal food and beverage cans
- ✓Paper (newsprint, magazines, cereal boxes, junk mail)
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (milk, pop, detergent)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Corrugated cardboard
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Plastic tubs (yogurt, butter)
- ✕Clamshell containers
- ✕Window glass and ceramics
- ✕Shredded paper
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste pickup is entirely dependent on your private hauler. Contact your provider to confirm if yard waste is included and how it must be bagged or bundled.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by Subscription
Placement
Contact your hauler directly to schedule. Mattresses and upholstered items often require tight plastic wrapping before placement at the curb.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Household bulk items (per hauler's policy)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Liquid paint
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Concrete and heavy construction debris
Extra fees and limits on the number of bulk items allowed per year are determined by your personal contract with your hauler.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
For Green Team recycling, if an observed holiday falls on or before your scheduled pickup day, collection is delayed by one day for the rest of the week. Private trash haulers generally follow this same 1-day delay structure.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste delays vary strictly based on your private hauler's holiday operating schedule.
Always verify directly with your specific private waste contractor to confirm if they observe any additional holidays that may alter your pickup schedule.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Corrugated Cardboard Out
Unlike most municipal programs, the Mahoning County Green Team does not allow corrugated cardboard in curbside bins. Stick to paperboard like dry food boxes, and take corrugated boxes to a drop-off site.
Skip the Tubs and Clamshells
Only plastic bottles and jugs (items with a neck smaller than the base) are accepted. Yogurt cups, butter tubs, and berry clamshells must go into your regular garbage.
Say No to Shredded Paper
Never place shredded paper in your recycling bin. The small pieces easily fall through the sorting grates at the recycling facility and contaminate glass and plastic streams.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to NovemberBecause the township does not provide a universal leaf vacuuming service, you must check with your private hauler to see if they offer seasonal leaf collection and what their bagging requirements are.
Winter
JanuaryThe Mahoning County Green Team typically organizes specialized Christmas Tree recycling. Trees must be free of all lights, tinsel, and ornaments before being dropped off at designated county sites.
Spring / Summer
April to OctoberThe Green Team hosts Appliance, Electronic, and Scrap Tire collection events on the last Saturday of the month (and Wednesdays). These require specialized disposal and cannot be placed at the curb.
About Austintown Waste Management
Navigating Austintown's Open Market Trash Collection
Unlike cities with municipal or single-contractor waste systems, Austintown Township operates on an open market for residential solid waste. This means the local government does not collect your garbage or mandate a specific company. Residents are responsible for setting up their own subscription with a private waste hauler, such as Waste Management or Waste Connections. Because of this, rules regarding trash limits, bin sizes, and pickup days will depend entirely on the provider you hire.
The Mahoning County Green Team Recycling Program
While trash service requires a private contract, curbside recycling is unified across the township through the Mahoning County Green Team. Operated in partnership with Republic Services, this county-wide program provides bi-weekly curbside recycling to Austintown residents. If you recently moved into a home and do not have a Green Team bin, you can simply call their office at (330) 740-2060 to have one delivered free of charge.
The Unique Corrugated Cardboard Rule
One of the most surprising rules of the Mahoning County curbside recycling program is its strict ban on corrugated cardboard in residential bins. While paperboard items like cereal boxes and junk mail are perfectly acceptable, heavy corrugated shipping boxes cannot be placed at the curb. To properly recycle these larger boxes, residents must break them down and transport them to designated community drop-off sites.
Austintown Township Drop-Off Recycling Sites
For materials that aren't permitted at the curb, or if you simply generate more recyclables than your bin can hold, Austintown offers convenient drop-off recycling centers. Located at Trustee Park on S Raccoon Road and Austintown Park on Kirk Road, these green bins are accessible during daylight hours. Be sure to check the signage before tossing items in, as contaminated bins run the risk of being sent straight to the landfill.
Drop-off Facilities
Austintown Park Drop-Off Center
6000 Kirk Road, Austintown, OH 44515
Materials Accepted
Mahoning County Green Team Office
345 Oakhill Avenue, Suite 330, Youngstown, OH 44502
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who picks up my trash in Austintown, OH?
Austintown operates on an open-market subscription system. The township does not provide trash service; residents must hire a private hauler, such as Waste Management or Waste Connections, for their household garbage.
How do I get a recycling bin in Austintown?
While trash is private, curbside recycling is managed by the Mahoning County Green Team. You can request a free recycling bin by calling their office directly at (330) 740-2060.
Can I recycle corrugated cardboard boxes at the curb?
No. Surprisingly, the Mahoning County curbside program does not accept corrugated cardboard. While you can recycle paperboard (like cereal boxes), thick corrugated shipping boxes should be taken to a local drop-off center.
Where can I drop off extra recycling in Austintown?
Austintown residents can utilize the drop-off recycling bins located at Trustee Park (1075 S Raccoon Road) and Austintown Park (6000 Kirk Road) during normal daylight hours.