Non-Rechargeable batteries, Alkaline AA, AAA, C, D, 3v, 6v, 9v, and 12v may be disposed of in your trash.
Rechargeable batteries, Lithium ion, Nickel cadmium, Nickel metal Hydride, or Small sealed batteries lead can be brought to the Highway Department during regular hours.
Christmas trees are collected on your trash day the first 2 weeks in January by our Tree and Park Department.
Please place your undecorated tree curbside before 7:00 AM on your trash day.
Please note:
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Trees with any ornaments, garland, or lights will not be collected
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Trees with stands or in a bag will not be collected
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No wreaths will be collected.
The Town does NOT take any electronics.
Best Buy and Staples have programs where you can drop off electronics such as Cell Phones, Computers, Monitors, iPads, Printers, etc. Please call your local store for details.
Mattresses are no longer collected by trash companies.
Two possible options to discard a mattress responsibly:
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Inquire when buying a new mattress if the company will take the old one (possibly for a fee).
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Visit recyclingworksma.com to find local companies that will recycling your mattresses: Recycling Mattresses
Mattresses are made up mostly of recyclable materials. Once disassembled, more than 75 percent of their components can be reused. This is better for the environment and the reasoning behind Mass DEP placing them on the Waste Ban list.
All mercury-bearing items (fluorescent bulbs, thermometers, etc. may be brought to the Highway Garage Office during regular business hours.
Motor oil is
no longer accepted at the DPW except on Hazardous Waste Days.
Some auto stores may take used motor oil if purchased at their location with receipt.
Latex-based paints can be disposed in regular trash once solidified.
Solidify paint by mixing with kitty litter or paint hardener packets purchased at local stores.
Oil-based paints, thinners, and stains may be brought to the Highway Garage on Mondays only (excluding holidays), 8:00AM - 3:00PM.
Tires no longer accepted by trash companies. Please check with the company you purchased them from (and/or any local store that sells tires), as they may offer a return program.