HELMETTA
2008 Curbside Collection Schedule

Holidays
Recycling collection holidays for 2008: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

If your collection day falls on any of these holidays, collection is rescheduled for the following Saturday.
Note: Municipal Public Works holidays do NOT affect the recycling collection schedule.

Important Phone Numbers
(732) 521-4946 ext. 110
Department of Public Works, Supervisor Darren Doran

(732) 521-4946 ext. 100
Recycling Coordinator: Sandra Bohinski

Recycling Hotline:
(800) 488-MCIA (6242)
Curbside Recycling Collection, Service Matters & Information

Weather Emergencies
Changes in collection schedules due to weather emergencies or other emergency situations will be announced on the following radio stations: WCTC (1450 AM) and WMGQ (98.3 FM). You may also check for changes on the web site at www.mciauth.com or by calling (800) 488-MCIA (6242) for specific information.

Leaves, Brush & Grass
Leaves are collected curbside. Put leaves in biodegradable paper bags and place at the curb for spring and fall collection. For schedule information, call (732) 521-4946, ext. 110.

Brush must be placed curbside for chipping on the second and fourth Friday of the month from May to October. Call (732) 521-4946, ext. 110, to schedule an appointment.

Grass clippings are collected upon request. Place the clippings in plastic bags and place at the curb. Call (732) 521-4946, ext. 110, to schedule a pickup. However, it is recommended that residents participate in the "Cut It and Leave It!" grass fertilizing program. Leave the grass clippings on the lawn for natural fertilization. Avoid time-consuming raking and the expense of bagging your grass clippings.


Special Items
Helmetta's Recycling Drop-Off Center is located at 60 Main Street. It is open 7 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday - Friday, and 7 a.m. - 12 noon, Saturday. Used motor oil, auto tires (no rims) and all types of batteries are accepted.

White Goods/Appliances are collected on the third Saturday of the month by appointment only. Call (732) 521-4946, ext. 110, to arrange a pickup.

Electronics, computers, monitors, CPUs, printers, scanners, modems, cables, keyboards, televisions, irons, fluorescent lightbulbs, thermostats, thermometers (containing mercury) can be dropped off the third Saturday of the month, 8 a.m. - 12 noon.