Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Springettsbury Township
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood street address.
Recycling
Collected weekly on the same day as your trash collection.
Yard Waste
Collected weekly on your regular trash day from the first week of March through the first week of December.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside trash and recycling services are managed under contract with Penn Waste and billed quarterly, while municipal sewer utilities are billed separately by the township each quarter.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, ACH Direct Debit, Mail, Phone, In Person, Drop Box
Standard cans or 96-gallon Penn Waste toter Bin (Trash)
Limit of three 32-gallon bags/cans or one 96-gallon toter per week. Max 50 lbs per 32-gal container. Extra bags require a $5 tag. Must be curbside by 6:00 AM.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
Penn Waste provided recycling bin Bin (Recycling)
Unlimited weekly single-stream collection. Do not bag recyclables; keep them loose in the container.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened corrugated cardboard
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Clear, brown, and green glass bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food residue
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Household hazardous waste
Yard Waste Bin
Collected weekly (March - early Dec). Must be in biodegradable paper bags, bundled (max 4 ft length), or in a 32-gal can with a 50-cent Township brush sticker. NO grass clippings.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree trimmings
- ✓Shrubbery
- ✓Organic landscape vegetation
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One large bulk item per week
Placement
Have your scheduled item at the curb by 6:00 AM on your collection day. Items too heavy for two people to safely lift will not be collected.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (Washers, dryers, toilets)
- ✓ Carpet (rolled, tied, max 48 inches)
- ✓ Car tires (off rims only)
- ✓ Lawnmowers (gas and oil completely drained)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and electronics
- ✕ Tires still on rims
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Household hazardous waste and chemicals
- ✕ Commercial waste
One bulk item per week is included in your quarterly service fee, provided you call ahead to schedule it.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday on or before your scheduled collection, your service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
During the active March-December season, yard waste collections follow the exact same one-day delay as trash and recycling during holiday weeks.
If an observed holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no change or delay to the standard weekday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring & Summer
March - AugustThe dedicated yard waste collection season begins the first week of March. Remember to pick up a reusable 50-cent brush sticker at the Municipal Building if you prefer using a 32-gallon can over biodegradable paper bags.
Autumn
September - DecemberWeekly yard waste collection continues through the first week of December, capturing the bulk of the autumn leaf drop. Any organic waste placed at the curb after this period must be bagged as regular trash.
Winter
JanuaryPenn Waste conducts a specialized Christmas Tree collection, typically scheduled for the second week of January. Ensure all tinsel, ornaments, and plastic tree bags are removed before bringing it to the curb.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Cans and Bottles into Cold Hard Cash in York County
Hey neighbors! While Springettsbury Township doesn't have a dedicated local buyback center right in town for those aluminum cans and plastic bottles, you're still in luck! Pennsylvania has a state program, often called the 'Bottle Bill,' that gives you a few cents back on certain beverage containers. Look for the redemption value on soda, water, and some other drink containers. You can often find redemption machines at larger grocery stores or dedicated bottle return shops. For other recyclables like scrap metal, your best bet is to check out local scrap yards in the broader York County area. A quick online search for 'scrap metal recycling York PA' should point you in the right direction for places that might pay for your old appliances or metal odds and ends.
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Springettsbury Township
Before you toss out items that are still in decent shape, think about donating them! In the Springettsbury Township area, there are a few great places that would love to give your pre-loved goods a new home. The York Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center is a fantastic option for clothing, furniture, housewares, and more. Habitat for Humanity ReStore York is another excellent choice, especially if you have furniture, building materials, or home décor items. Donating not only helps others in our community but also keeps usable items out of the landfill. It's a win-win for everyone!
Keeping Springettsbury Township Spick and Span: What to Do with Nasty Stuff
Nobody likes seeing trash piled up where it shouldn't be, right? If you happen to spot illegal dumping in or around Springettsbury Township, the best thing to do is report it. While there isn't a specific 'community clean-up day' announced regularly for this exact purpose, our township supervisors and the county's waste management authorities are usually the ones to contact. You can usually find contact information on the Springettsbury Township government website. They can advise on how to properly dispose of bulky items that might be too big for regular pickup, or what to do if you encounter hazardous waste. For general hazardous waste disposal, York County often has special collection events throughout the year, so keep an eye out for those announcements on the county's environmental or waste management pages.
Drop-off Facilities
York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA)
2700 Blackbridge Road, York, PA 17406
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to call ahead for bulk item pickup in Springettsbury Township?
Yes. While residents are allowed to throw away one large bulk item per week, you must contact Penn Waste at 717-767-4456 at least one day before your regular collection day to officially schedule it.
What should I do with my grass clippings?
Grass clippings are strictly unacceptable in the yard waste collection program. You must place them in standard trash bags and count them toward your weekly household garbage limit.
Can I put out more than three bags of trash?
If you have more than the limit of three 32-gallon bags (or more than what fits in a 96-gallon toter), you must purchase an extra waste bag tag for $5.00 per bag at the Township Municipal Building.
Where can I drop off an old television?
Televisions, computers, and other electronic devices are banned from curbside pickup by Pennsylvania state law. You can dispose of these items safely at the York County Solid Waste Authority located at 2700 Blackbridge Road in York.