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Trash & Recycling
Find collection guidance, recycling tips, and what to do with bulk items. For schedule changes and holiday updates, check News & Notices.
Trash & Recycling
Pickup schedules, recycling guidelines, and special collections
This page includes general guidance for residents. For questions, contact Village Hall at 716-897-1560 or info@sloanny.gov.
Trash pickup
Pickup day: See map. Totes are to be placed on the headland by the curb after 6 pm the day before scheduled pickup.
Recycling Schedule
- “A” Gold Week – Wagner, Atlantic, Lackawanna, Village Lane, Michael, Halstead, Curtiss, Griffith and those portions of Broadway, Reiman, Gates and Lovejoy west of Boll Street
- “B” Green Week – Boll, Currier, Roland, Crocker, Francis, Jackson, Rutland, Harlem, Gierlach, Franklin, Blick, those portions of Broadway, Reiman, Gates and Lovejoy that are East of Boll, and the Southside of Sloan off William Street
Appliances & scrap metal (DPW pickup)
The DPW collects metal and appliances weekly (examples include washers, dryers, stoves, hot water tanks, and similar items). Place items at the curb and keep them clear of parked cars and obstructions.
Branches (DPW pickup)
Branches must be bundled and tied. DPW pickup is Thursdays. Branches should be no more than 4 feet in length.
Tires
Tires can be taken to Geiter Done, 300 Greene Street (Lovejoy).
Construction material
Construction and remodeling debris can be taken to the Eastside Transfer Station on Richard Drive (near Big Lots on South Ogden). Fees are based on tonnage. Another option is a Bagster or dumpster with Waste Management pickup (additional cost).
Bulk items
Bulk item pickup is monthly, during the fourth full week of the month. The schedule is posted at Village Hall. Mattresses, box springs, and toilets must be bagged or wrapped for collection.
- Bulk items are limited to two (2) per month per address.
- Mattresses and box springs must be bagged.
- Toilets must be bagged.
- Grass clippings and yard debris must be bagged and placed INSIDE of trash tote.
- NO extra bags or loose debris outside of your trash or recycling tote.
- All totes must be fully closed and placed at curbside with the arrows facing the street and wheels/handle towards your house.
- Each tote must be within 2’ of the street and 2’ away from other obstructions.
Set-out time
Totes are to be placed on the headland by the curb after 6 pm the day before scheduled pickup.
Restrictions
All Building Materials (i.e. Roofing Shingles, Drywall, Concrete, etc.) MUST BE TAKEN DIRECTLY TO Waste Management’s facility on Richard Drive off of South Ogden (Near Big Lots). See restrictions on electronics and recycling options.
Bag and secure trash
Bag household trash to prevent litter. Do not overfill containers; keep items below the rim. Ensure the arrows on the totes are pointed toward the street
Recycling: empty & dry
Rinse containers and keep recyclables loose. Flatten cardboard when possible.
Leaves, branches & yard debris
Leaves
Rake leaves between the curb and the street (headland). Do not place leaves in the street—this is a violation of NYS Vehicle & Traffic Law and can contribute to storm sewer backups.
Branches (DPW pickup)
Branches must be bundled and tied and are picked up by DPW on Thursdays. Maximum length is 4 feet.
Recycling Pickup Map
Click to view Sloan’s Village Recycling Map
Bulk / large item pickup
For items like furniture, mattresses, and other bulky materials, special instructions or scheduling may be required.
- How to schedule: [To be confirmed] (call Village Hall to arrange).
- Limits/fees: [To be confirmed].
- Items accepted: [To be confirmed].
Questions or missed pickup
For questions, missed pickup, or cart/container issues, contact Waste Management or Village Hall:
- Waste Management: 1-800-972-4545
- Village Hall phone: 716-897-1560
Holiday & weather delays
Service may be delayed due to holidays or severe weather. Updates will be posted on News & Notices.
- Holiday schedule: [To be confirmed]
- Weather delays: If crews cannot safely complete routes, pickup will resume as soon as conditions allow.
Additional Trash/Recycling Totes
- Are available for purchase.
- Call Village Hall 716-897-1560 during regular business hours.
FAQ
Trash & recycling FAQs
Answers to the most common questions. For time-sensitive updates (weather delays, holiday changes), check News & Notices.