Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Montgomery
Pennsylvania waste collection runs weekly, with exact days varying by local township, borough, or city routing schedules.
State Mandate
Follow Act 101 guidelines for mandatory community recycling.
Varies by private hauler Bin (Trash)
Collection rules, weight limits, and container sizes are dictated entirely by the resident's chosen private hauler. However, the borough ordinance requires that waste be removed at least twice per month.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
Varies by private hauler / Drop-off bins available Bin (Recycling)
Recycling depends on your private hauler's contract. Alternatively, residents can use the 24-hour LCRMS recycling drop-off centers, provided materials are kept loose and never placed in plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clear, brown, and green glass
- ✓Steel and tin cans
- ✓Aluminum cans
- ✓Plastics #1 and #2
Do NOT Include
- ✕Lithium batteries
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronic waste
- ✕Household hazardous waste
Yard Waste Bin
Curbside yard waste collection depends on your private hauler. For large volumes, clean wood waste can be self-hauled to the LCRMS Landfill for a discounted rate of $50 per ton.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush
- ✓Limbs under 10 inches in diameter
- ✓Unpainted/clean wood
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On Demand / Self-Haul
Placement
For private hauler bulk collection, follow your contractor's exact curbside placement rules. For self-hauling, all vehicles must stop at the LCRMS scale house upon entry.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Carpets
- ✓ Construction and demolition debris (self-haul)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous liquid waste
- ✕ Untarped loads
- ✕ Mixed loads with tires hidden inside (incurs severe penalties)
At the LCRMS Landfill, individual residents pay a minimum $30 fee per transaction. Standard municipal waste is roughly $69.80 per ton (including state and local fees). Whole tires cost $134.00 per ton.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because Montgomery relies on a private subscription system, curbside holiday delays are entirely dependent on your individual hauler's schedule.
Yard Waste Exception
If self-hauling to the LCRMS Landfill in Montgomery, note that the facility officially closes on major holidays, and any pre-arranged dumping outside regular hours incurs extra per-ton fees.
Always verify directly with your chosen private hauler (e.g., Fred Hamm Inc.) to confirm if your specific street route is delayed by one day during holiday weeks.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Tape Your Battery Terminals
Before bringing old rechargeable batteries to the LCRMS drop-off, ensure the shiny terminal ends are covered with clear packing tape. Never throw them in your curbside bin, as they are a severe fire hazard.
Tarp Your Bulk Loads
If you are self-hauling a large load of trash or yard waste to the landfill on Alexander Drive, it must be completely tarped and secured. Untarped loads are a safety hazard and violate landfill policies.
No Bags in the Drop-Offs
When using the Brady Township or other county recycling drop-off centers, do not leave your recyclables inside plastic grocery bags. The bags jam the single-stream sorting machinery at the facility.
Seasonal Information
Spring
May to JuneWhen planting at the Borough Community Garden behind the Post Office, remember that newspaper cannot be used as a weed barrier, and all non-organic trash must be taken home with you.
Summer
July to AugustHigh summer temperatures increase the risk of spontaneous combustion in garbage trucks. Be hyper-vigilant about keeping lithium batteries, pool chemicals, and hot ashes out of your curbside bins.
Fall
October to NovemberIf performing heavy fall pruning, remember that limbs up to 10 inches in diameter can be taken to the LCRMS Landfill at the 'Clean Wood' rate of $50 per ton, provided no painted or treated wood is mixed in.
About Montgomery Waste Management
Mandatory Private Hauler Subscriptions
Montgomery Borough does not provide a municipal garbage fleet. Under Chapter 374 of the Borough Code, every property owner is legally mandated to contract directly with a Pennsylvania-licensed private hauler. The ordinance specifies that all municipal waste generated on a residential or commercial premises must be collected and deposited at a permitted landfill on a regular basis, which the borough defines as at least two or more times per month.
Home to the Lycoming County Landfill
A unique geographic advantage for Montgomery residents is that the Lycoming County Resource Management Services (LCRMS) Landfill is located directly within the borough limits on Alexander Drive. While routine household trash is collected by private haulers, having the county's primary landfill just minutes away makes self-hauling large bulk items, construction debris, and large yard waste highly convenient. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday mornings.
Strict Battery Disposal and Fire Prevention
In June 2023, the Montgomery landfill experienced multiple fires that were directly linked to improperly discarded lithium-ion batteries. In response, LCRMS instituted strict protocols explicitly banning all rechargeable and lithium batteries from curbside trash and recycling carts. Residents must bring these batteries directly to the scale house at the Alexander Drive landfill for free and proper disposal to prevent future catastrophic fires in collection trucks and processing facilities.
Appliance and Electronic Self-Hauling
Because private haulers are legally restricted from taking covered electronics at the curb, Montgomery residents must self-haul items like televisions and computers to the LCRMS landfill. Electronics are accepted exclusively at the Montgomery landfill location free of charge for residents. Similarly, Freon-containing appliances like refrigerators and dehumidifiers must be brought to the landfill, where a $24 processing fee is charged unless the appliance has a certified evacuation sticker.
Community Garden Waste Policies
For residents utilizing the Montgomery Borough Community Garden located behind the Post Office, strict waste removal rules apply. There is no municipal or private garbage service provided at the garden site. Participants are required to follow a 'pack it in, pack it out' policy for all non-organic trash, including seed packets, plastic bags, and newspaper mulches. Only pulled weeds and organic plant debris may be left behind in the designated on-site compost piles.
Drop-off Facilities
Lycoming County Resource Management Services (LCRMS) Landfill
447 Alexander Drive, Montgomery, PA 17752
Materials Accepted
Brady Township Recycling Drop-Off Center
1986 Elimsport Road, Montgomery, PA 17752
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Montgomery Borough provide municipal trash collection?
No. By borough ordinance, all property owners in Montgomery must independently contract with a Pennsylvania-licensed private waste hauler. You must ensure your garbage is collected at least twice a month.
Where can I recycle my old TV or computer in Montgomery?
Private haulers will not take electronics at the curb. Fortunately, Montgomery residents can drop off televisions, computers, and computer accessories directly at the LCRMS Landfill at 447 Alexander Drive. This service is free for residents.
What is the minimum fee to drop off trash at the Montgomery landfill?
If you choose to self-haul your waste to the LCRMS Landfill on Alexander Drive, there is a minimum transaction fee of $30.00 per visit, regardless of how small the load is. All loads must also be properly tarped.
Can I throw away rechargeable batteries in my curbside bin?
Absolutely not. Lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries have caused severe fires at the local Montgomery landfill. They must be kept out of standard trash and recycling and should be brought directly to the LCRMS scale house for free, safe disposal.