| WEYMOUTH TRASH & RECYCLING PROGRAM
NEW PROGRAM BEGINS in JULY, 2008
Dear Weymouth Resident:
Our Town has been recycling for a number of years under a "Dual Stream"
system. Dual stream means that we've had to separate the glass, plastic
and cans from the paper and cardboard when recycling. Single Stream
allows us to put ALL recyclable materials into one container.
Beginning in July, we can put paper, glass, plastic, metal cans and
flattened cardboard all together in one container. No more separating.
Recycling will be easier and more convenient for you. Single Stream
increases recycling by decreasing the trash we throw away; and that
brings down disposal costs.
*What Are the Benefits?*
.. Easier for residents to recycle
.. Increases recycling, decreases trash
.. Utilizes packer trucks that hold 3 times more material than a
standard recycling truck
.. Truck efficiency = less trips to the Recycling Facility
.. Reduces collection and transportation costs
.. Bulky cardboard is no longer a problem
.. Recycling generates revenue for Weymouth
*How Do You Start Single Stream Recycling? *
Simply convert an existing trash container into a recycling container by
applying a Town supplied recycling sticker available at the DPW. If you
prefer, you may also use your current recycling bin.
SINGLE STREAM
It all goes together
Recycling Made Easier
*Recyclable Items *
All paper, not contaminated by food:
All Colored & Construction Paper (staples/paper clips OK),
Newspapers, including inserts, Mail, Envelopes of all types, Cardboard
Paper Bags, Paperback Books, Telephone Books, & Magazines
Junk Mail, Brochures, Flyers, & Catalogues & Books (with hard covers
removed)
Office Paper, Envelopes, File & Pendaflex Folders
Cereal, Shoe, Pasta, & Cracker Boxes, etc., (remove liners)
Milk & Juice Cartons
Glass Bottles & Jars (all colors)
All Plastics (Numbered 1-7)
Soda, Juice, Water Bottles (glass or plastic)
Milk Jugs, Bleach, Detergent & Shampoo Bottles
Clean Food Containers
Tin and steel cans & lids (rinsed)
Aseptic Juice Boxes
*Non-Recyclable Items*
The following are not recyclable through Single Stream curbside pick-up:
No Plastic Bags (Please recycle bags at your supermarket)
No Window Glass, No Fabric, No Foam Packaging, No Styrofoam
No Aerosol Cans (paint/hairspray/cleaners)
No Recyclables Containing Food Waste
*Curbside Appliance Collection:*
Scrap Metal & Appliances will be collected by appointment only. These
items include refrigerators, air conditioners, washers, dryers, hot
water heaters and any other appliances. Please place these materials
apart from your regular household trash & recycling. There is a $10 fee
for White Goods without Freon and a $20 fee for Freon-bearing items.
BEGINNING MONDAY, JUNE 30TH, WEYMOUTH WILL UTILIZE CAPITOL WASTE
SERVICES FOR CURBSIDE COLLECTION. YOUR TRASH AND RECYCLING PICK-UP DAY
WILL STAY THE SAME. HOWEVER THE TIME OF DAY PICK-UPS ARE MADE MAY VARY.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 781-337-5100 (DPW) OR VISIT THE TOWN WEBSITE:
www.weymouth.ma.us
Capitol's Customer Service Number is 617-769-1718
COMPOST BINS
Compost bins are now available for purchase through the Town. The cost is
$22.00 and they can be purchased at the DPW, 120 Winter Sreet 02188 M-F
8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
RECYCLING BINS
Recycling bins can be picked up at the Department of Public Works Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. The first bin is offered free of charge and any additional bins can be purchased for $5.00.
Collection Calendar
WHAT HAPPENS TO THE SCHEDULE WHEN THERE IS A HOLIDAY?
Whenever a scheduled collection day falls on a holiday, that day's collection and all remaining collections for the week will be delayed one day. Friday's collection will be on Saturday. |
Recycling Collection Schedule
Recycling bins are collected every other week on your regular trash collection day.
Curbside Trash/Recycling Collection Schedule Finder
Find your street's trash/recycling collection schedule.
Why recycle? Recycling saves money, creates jobs and reduces climate change. Your efforts make a big difference. Thank you!
Weymouth Recycling Guidelines
Paper & cardboard:
If it rips, recycle it! Just keep paper free from food and plastic wrapping. Place in paper bags, no plastic bags.
What to recycle:
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cardboard
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paperboard (cereal & tissue boxes, paper towel rolls)
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magazines & newspapers (glossy paper is okay)
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phone books & junk mail (no CDs or plastic wrap)
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milk/juice cartons
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soft cover books
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all office paper (no blueprints)
How to prepare paper waste:
Cardboard: it’s not that hard!
You have a few options:
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flatten, cut to 3 ft x 3 ft and secure under or between bins;
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flatten, fold & stuff in a paper bag or separate recycling bin
No need to remove…
… staples, paper clips, spirals, plastic windows on envelopes, or even the plastic spout on milk/juice cartons!
Glass, metal & plastic containers:
Place rinsed containers loose in your bin, no plastic bags.
What to recycle:
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aluminum (pie plates, trays & foil)
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glass containers (any color)
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metal cans (tin, steel & aluminum)\
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stiff plastic containers (#1-7, no plastic bags or styrofoam)
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plastic plant pots (#1-7, must be clean)
How to prepare containers:
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rinse & remove lids & caps
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place containers, lids and caps loose in bin
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when possible, wipe out oily containers
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do not empty grease into drains
Place loose in bin, not in plastic or paper bags.
Leaf & yard waste:
Yard waste in plastic bags is not accepted and will be rejected.
What to recycle:
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leaves, grass & plants
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shrubs, pruning & twigs (thinner than your thumb, shorter than your arm)
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do not include: tree stumps, rocks, soil, dirt, sand, food or trash
How to prepare yard waste:
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yard waste is not accepted in plastic bags and will not be picked up
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place loose in barrels clearly marked yard waste, or
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place in biodegradable paper yard waste bags that are not stapled or taped
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bundle & tie thick tree branches 3 ft x 3 ft
Missed recycling or yard waste?
Call 781-337-5100
Broken bin or need another bin?
Call 781-337-5100
NOT accepted for curbside recycling:
Mixed bins will not be accepted:
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no plastic bags, trash or styrofoam
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keep papers separate in a paper bag
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place rinsed containers with lids removed, loose in your bin
Important tips:
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Set recycling out by 7am on your collection day.
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Do not place papers, containers or yard waste in plastic bags.
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During holiday weeks, collection is delayed 1 day.
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Close the loop! Buy products made from post-consumer recycled materials.
 THANK YOU FOR YOUR RECYCLING EFFORTS!
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