Medford Health Matters

Recycling works in Medford 2010 Schedule

11/25/09 | 9:43 pm

Medford 2010 Recycling Flyer

To guarantee collection, trash must be out on curb by 7:00AM on your trash day. Trash collection will be ONE DAY DELAYED during a holiday week.

Unacceptable Wastes: Window, doors, paneling, 2×4’s, bathtubs, sinks, toilets, sheetrock, heavy machinery (engine blocks, transmissions,etc.), stumps, hedges, automotive batteries, tires, motor oil, antifreeze, florescent bulbs, toxic and volatile chemicals (Oil base paint, paint thinner, driveway sealers, wood strippers or any other household chemical), propane tanks.

No hazardous material. The closest Household Hazardous Product (HHP) site is in Lexington on Hartwell Avenue (call the DPW for schedule and details) 393-2419. Small branches tied in 3’ bundles are accepted-on yard waste collection weeks ONLY.

Bulk Waste Collection: Mattresses, box springs, sofas, chairs, desks may be put out at curbside at no charge. Rugs and carpeting must be rolled and tied.

Trash must be in proper receptacles i.e. metal trash cans or a Rubbermaid® type container.

Used motor oil may be brought to Valvoline Instant Oil Change on Salem Street-no charge.

White Goods: washers, dryers, air conditioners, stoves, dehumidifiers, dishwasher, etc. and C.R.T.’s: televisions and computer monitors require a $25 collection sticker-obtained at the DPW Office at City Hall or by check payable to City of Medford and sent to the Department of Public Works, City Hall – Room 304.

If you have more recycling that your recycling bin holds, another container (similar size to bin-NO BARRELS) can be used.

Recycling bins available in Room 304 for a small fee.

The Following items may be brought to the D.P.W.Office at City Hall-Room 304

Small mercury-bearing devices. Small devices include: thermometers, blood pressure machines, and thermostats. Mercury Thermometer Exchange (when available) Cellular Phones, Ni-cad rechargeable batteries, button batteries Ink Cartridges

COMPOST BINS AVAILABLE FOR A FEE!

Categories: Learn Live