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In order for us to serve the residents of Toms River Township efficiently and effectively, and to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws, we must strictly adhere to certain rules and regulations. Your cooperation and understanding is expected and will be greatly appreciated.
Location: Behind the Toms River Township Public Works Department - 1672 Church Road
Hours of Operation: 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Recycling Convenience Center usage is limited to two visits per month, per residence, proof of residency is required.
2012 Closed:The Recycling Convenience Center will be closed on all holidays as follows: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln’s Birthday, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Residents are permitted to bring no more than two 35-gallon containers of construction/demolition debris to the Recycling Convenience Center two times per month. This debris must be placed in containers so that the quantity of material can be readily identified by the yard attendants. If such debris is not containerized, it will not be accepted.
The Township will not provide curbside pickup of construction/demolition debris.
Should you have larger quantities of construction/demolition debris to dispose of, it must be brought to an approved landfill such as the Ocean County Landfill on State Highway 70 in Manchester Township by the resident, contractor, or licensed trash hauling company.
Requirements:
· Must be a Toms River Township resident with proof of residency (driver's license, utility bill, tax bill).
· Residents are allowed only two visits/load per month.
· NO CONTRACTORS - NO DEMOLITION & No Commercial Vehicles.
Vehicle Size:
Vehicles allowed into the Recycling Convenience Center can be no larger than a pickup truck. Rental pickups are allowed, but they must not exceed 8,000 lb. G.V.W. Commercial vehicles are not permitted.
Allowable Visits:
Only two visits/load per month of household items are allowed. If you are dropping off brush or picking up mulch or wood chips, then you may enter more often. Over 100,000 vehicles utilize our facility yearly and the volume of material that is generated must be transported to various facilities throughout the county daily. N.J. DEP regulations do not permit any trash to be stored on the ground.
Free wood chips and leaf mulch are available for pickup. There is free delivery of leaf mulch in quantities of 10 or 20 cubic yards can be arranged by calling 732-255-1000 extension 8108..
Materials Accepted at the Convenience Center:
Electronics |
Computers, TVs, telephone systems, monitors, cell phones, CD & tape players, VCRs & DVD players, fax machines, gaming consoles, microwave ovens, and small kitchen appliances (toaster, can openers, blenders, etc.). |
Appliances (Metal) |
Due to Federal Regulations, any appliance which has Freon in it must be certified that the Freon has been properly removed (refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers). |
Batteries |
Car batteries and rechargeable batteries must be brought to the Recycling Center. |
Cement/Cinder Blocks/Bricks/Etc. |
Small quantities are accepted from residents only - absolutely no contractors. |
Clothing |
Township residents can bring used, but serviceable clothing, to bins for recycling. |
Furniture |
All kinds of furniture including pianos/organs/pool tables. |
Garage Doors |
Must be dismantled. |
Leaves |
Can be dropped off at the Recycling Center year-round. |
Metal |
Can be dropped off at the Recycling Center year-round. |
Motor Oil |
Can be dropped off at the Recycling Center year-round. |
Paint |
Water and oil base and marine paint (no varnish or thinners). |
Propane Tanks (empty) |
Size: 20 lb. Maximum. |
Tires & Tire Rims |
Car and light trucks only, tires off rims, separate tire from rim. |
Windows and Doors |
Can be dropped off at the Recycling Center year-round. |
Yard Debris |
Brush/branches - leaves must be kept separate. |
Shrink Wrap |
Can be dropped off at the Recycling Center year-round. |
Materials Not Accepted at the Convenience Center:
Anti-Freeze |
Take to O.C. Recycling Center, New Hampshire Avenue, (732) 367-0802. |
Boats & Trailers |
Take to O.C. Landfill (732) 323-8528, Automotive Scrap Metal Dealers or Junk Yard. |
Cars & Car Parts |
Take to Automotive Scrap Metal Dealers or Junk Yard. |
Chlorine |
Hazardous Material Collection - call (732) 506-5047. |
Construction/Demolition Debris |
Take to O.C. Landfill (732) 323-8528. |
Dirt/Sand/Fill |
Take to O.C. Landfill (732) 323-8528 or O.C. Remanufacturing, Inc. (732) 244-1716. |
Driveway Sealer |
Hazardous Material Collection - call (732) 506-5047. |
Fire Damaged Material |
Take to O.C. Landfill (732) 323-8528. |
Fire Extinguishers |
Hazardous Material Collection - call (732) 506-5047. |
Florescent Bulbs |
Take to O.C. Recycling Center, New Hampshire Avenue, (732) 367-0802. |
Gasoline |
Hazardous Material Collection - call (732) 506-5047. |
Kerosene |
Hazardous Material Collection - call (732) 506-5047. |
Mercury/Thermostats |
Hazardous Material Collection - call (732) 506-5047. |
Oil Filters |
Take to O.C. Recycling Center, New Hampshire Avenue, (732) 367-0802. |
Pressure Treated Wood/Fencing/Decking |
Take to O.C. Landfill (732) 323-8528 |
Shingles - Asbestos |
Take to O.C. Landfill (732)323-8528. |
Stains/Varnish |
Hazardous Material Collection - call (732) 506-5047. |
***For your convenience, the above is a partial list of acceptable and unacceptable items and is subject to change without notice.
Ocean County Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Program:
Each spring and fall, the O.C. Solid Waste Management, Recycling Department, sponsors a Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Program. Only Ocean County residential households and farmers are eligible for this free program. A driver's license or tax bill will be adequate proof of residence. Please call (732) 506-5047 for details. Pre-registration is required. Click here for Ocean County Website . |
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