FAQs

Q: How do I request a Bulk Waste Pick Up?
A: Simply fill out this form to request a pick up.

Q: Can I bring trash up to the landfill?
A: No. Residents are allowed to bring non-trash items during quarterly household hazardous waste events.

Q: When is the next Household Hazardous Waste Day?
A: Please see the Recycling and Holiday Calendar.

Q: Is this week a recycling week?
A: Check out the recycling calendar!

Q: Do I have to “Sign up for Curbside Service”?
A: At this time, signing up is recommended. The information will be used to better serve your curbside needs. Please take a moment to sign up!

Q: How do I get a recycling toter?
A: The Town provides one recycling toter per household (i.e. a three family is entitled to three toters) for free. Request a toter by signing up for curbside service.

Q: How do I make a complaint?
A: Use the red report an abuse button at the top of the page to submit a complaint to the Heath Department.

Q: Where is the leaf and yard waste drop off?
A: Leaf dumpsters are located at the DPW, 185 Guelphwood Road and is open March to December, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for residential leaf and yard waste for residents of Southbridge.

Q: What is Casella's number?
A: 888.532.2735

News and Upcoming Events

2013 Recycling & Holiday Calendar is available.

Leafe and Yard Waste site ope for the season
at 185 Guelphwood Rd (DPW) NO PLASTIC BAGS

Curbside Leaf and Yard collection
April 22nd - June 1st 2013 NO PLASTIC BAGS

Earth Day Event
Saturday April 20th 9am-1pm Town Common (Rain Date April 27th)

Southbridge Receives Recycling Award!

Southbridge was recognized for its outstanding education program. Read press release.
See award.

Curbside Clothing Pickup Every Tuesday
The Town of Southbridge is partnering with the Salvation Army. Register by noon Monday. Read more.

Sharps Disposal
Do not put in trash. Bring to Preventative Health Nurse.

Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), thermostats and button cell batteries contain mercury.
Do not put in trash. Read more.

Sustainability Committee Seeks One More Member.

FREE Home Energy Assessment with Mass Save. There's no obligation. Learn about energy-saving improvements and rebates. Visit MassSave.com or call 866-527-SAVE.

Recycling Rates!
Year end rates 2012 24.99% vs 2011 18.01%

January 27.93%

February 24.4%

March 23.97%

Read our Testimonials

Events:

Household Hazardous Waste Events are held quarterly on Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM at Casella Waste Services Facility, 165 Barefoot Rd., Southbridge, MA on the following dates:
March 30
June 29
September 28
December 7
Dates are subject to change.

This site is brought to you by a partnership between the Town of Southbridge Health Department & Casella