2026 Garbage &Recycling Calendar

This document presents the 2026 garbage, recycling, and vegetation collection schedule for the Borough of River Edge. It details the weekly collection frequencies for garbage, specifying a once-per-week service from January 1st to May 27th and August 31st to December 30th, and a twice-per-week service from June 1st to August 29th, with specific days assigned to different districts. Vegetation collection is scheduled twice weekly from April 6th to September 29th, also delineated by districts. The schedule provides comprehensive monthly calendars for the entire year, outlining exact collection days for garbage, plastic/cans/glass, and cardboard/magazines/newspapers. Key requirements for material preparation, such as breaking down and bundling cardboard, are highlighted. The document also includes important notes regarding holiday adjustments to collection dates and instructions for vegetation preparation, such as bundling twigs and branches and specific requirements for grass and bushes. Changes to the attached schedule due to weather emergencies will be posted on the Borough's official website, www.riveredgenj.org. This informational guide serves to inform residents of the year-long waste management services.