GARBAGE COLLECTION UPDATE
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The Borough is using Peter Rubinetti Private Disposal for garbage removal.
Definitions:
Household trash – any animal or vegetable waste solids resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking or consumption of foods, as well as any rubbish or refuse which is not recyclable, does not constitute hazardous waste and is not a bulk item.
Bulk items – any large, heavy and/or bulky household appliances, furniture or furnishings which cannot easily and safely be placed in the common collection vehicle used for the removal of garbage within the Borough of Bound Brook.
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Rubinetti will pick up 2 trash cans (not to exceed 50 gallons) or bags OF
HOUSEHOLD TRASH each week for every dwelling unit. Trash inside any bag or can may not exceed 25 lbs. ABSOLUTELY NO CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS.
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During the months of July, August and December, 3 cans or bags will be allowed.
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There will be no collection on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years
Day. Pick up will be the day after these holidays.
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Stickers must be purchased for any bulk item.
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Any trash exceeding the bag or can limit will require stickers.
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The cost of a sticker is $3.50. One sticker = 25 lbs of trash.
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The annual charge for garbage pick up will be $175 per year per dwelling unit.
Billing is quarterly.
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Brush is picked up on the 2 nd Friday of every month. Must be tied or bundled in six foot lengths not to exceed 25 pounds. Must call 732-356-0833 X635 to schedule.
Brush must NOT be containerized.
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Leaf season begins is from October 15 through December 15 th . Leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper bags. There is no set schedule.
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Grass and yard debris may be taken to Nature’s Choice – 136 Foothill Rd. M-F –
7AM – 2PM Sat. 8AM – 2 PM
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Metal is picked up on the 3 rd Friday of every month and will require stickers. Call
732-356-0833 X635 to schedule.
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Dispose of Scrap Metal and Electronics the 1 st Saturday of every month between
8AM – 2PM at the Somerset County Recycling Center on Polhemus Lane.
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Christmas Trees will be picked up from December 27 th – January 14 th . Place tree curbside. Do not bag. Remove all decorations and stand.