Trash & Recyclables In Detail

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This document provides detailed information regarding trash and recycling services offered by the Township of Eagleswood. It outlines specific schedules for regular curbside pickup of trash and recyclables, noting procedures for holiday or inclement weather adjustments. Comprehensive guidelines are provided for residents, covering container specifications, weight limits, and the maximum number of items permitted for collection per week for both regular waste and yard waste. The text also delineates specific items that are eligible or ineligible for township collection, such as various recyclables and non-recyclable materials. Special instructions are included for the disposal of bulk non-recyclable trash, electronics, certain light bulbs, and batteries, often directing residents to the Ocean County Recycle Center or requiring a collection fee for items like refrigerators and air conditioners. Residents are advised on proper preparation of yard waste and reminded not to commingle recyclables with plastic bags or trash. For further information or to report violations related to trash and recycling services, a general contact phone number for the Township of Eagleswood is provided. The document serves as a public information guide for municipal waste management practices.

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Township of Eagleswood Public Works Information
Trash and Recycling
• Regular Curbside Trash Pickup: Place township approved bin at curb after 6:00 pm Mon. & before 5:00 am Tues.
	
—In the event of Holiday or inclement weather, trash will be collected on the following day,
• Regular Curbside Recyclables: Place township approved blue container at curb after 6:00 pm Tues. & before 5:00 am Wed.
	
—In the event of Holiday or inclement weather, recyclables will be collected the following week.
Trash and Recycling Do’s and Don’t’s
• Trash & Recyclables must be placed curbside in 30 gallon containers with lids, handles and appropriate drainage.  
Cans may not weigh more than 40 lbs filled and a maximum of six (6) cans will be permitted for collection per week.
• Recyclables must not be commingled with plastic bags or trash!
For further information, or to report a violation, please call 609.296.3040 Ext.19.
Brush & Leaves
• Yard waste must be set out in prepared bundles, not to exceed 4 feet in length, 2 feet in diameter and not to exceed  
40 pounds in weight. No individual branches may exceed 4 inches in diameter.
• Maximum of 6 cans or 12 bags.
• Leaves should be contained in bags or cans not exceeding forty (40 pounds). 
Pickup is on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.
Bulk Non-Recyclable Trash Collection
• One (1) to two (2) items per weekly pick-up are permitted and may include: mattresses, furniture or carpeting.  
(Please note that carpet must be cut into 4-foot lengths and tied.)
• Eagleswood Twp is NOT responsible for collection of construction/demolition debris. (Ordinance 2010-01)
Recycling Tips
• The following items will not be eligible for collection by the Township of Eagleswood: Electronics (computers,  
printers, TV’s, VCR’s, DVD players, stereo components & copiers), Fluorescent Light Bulbs, Rechargeable Batteries, 
Motor Oil (no gas or water mixture). These items must be taken to the:
	
 Ocean County Recycle Center, 379 Haywood Road (Bldng #105, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
	
609.978.0913   Hours: M-F 7:30am to 3:00pm
• Recycling of Refrigerators, Air Conditioners and Propane Tanks are subject to a $12 Collection Fee to be paid at  
the Municipal Building during regular working hours.
• Recyclable Items Include: Plastic Bottles, Glass Jars & Bottles, Aluminum/Steel/Tin Cans, Cardboard/Newspaper,  
Paper/Books, Junk Mail. (NOTE: Recyclables may not be placed in plastic bags!)
• Non-Recyclable Items Include: Pizza Boxes, Plates, Glasses, Pots & Pans, Alkaline Batteries, Window Glass/Auto  
Glass, Buckets/Pails, Childrens’ Toys, Pyrex, Mirrors.
	
	
	
	
	
	
    Questions? Please call 609.296.3040 Ext.19.
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