Batteries

Non-Rechargeable batteries (Alkaline AA, AAA, C, D, 3, 6, 9, and 12) may be disposed of in your trash. Rechargeable batteries (Lithium ion, Nickel cadmium, Nickel metal Hydride, Small sealed lead) should be brought to the Highway Department during office hours.

Christmas Trees

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:

Trees with any ornaments, garland, or lights will not be collected
Trees with stands or in a bag will not be collected
No wreaths will be collected.

Electronics

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

Mattresses are no longer collected by trash companies. Two possible options to discard a mattress responsibly:

Inquire when buying a new mattress if the company will take the old one (possibly for a fee).
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.

Mercury Items

All mercury-bearing items (fluorescent bulbs, thermometers, etc.) may be brought to the Highway Garage during regular business hours.

Metals

Metals may be picked up by appointment from your trash company.

Motor Oil

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.

Paint/Thinners/Stains

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

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.

DPW FAQs

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