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The Toms River Township Public Works Recycling Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (732) 255-1000 ext 8108.

Don't know your recycling day? Click here to view map.

Why Recycle:

The New Jersey Statewide Solid Waste Management Act mandates that each municipality provide for the removal of recyclables
from the solid waste stream in order to:
  • Reduce the volume of solid waste in landfills.
  • Conserve vital, natural resources.
  • Save energy and landfill costs.
  • Help keep Toms River Township clean.

    • Furthermore, materials designated as recyclable must be separated from waste at the point of origin or generation and not at the
    point of disposal. This mandate applies to commercial, institutional and residential sectors.

    Your Help is needed:

  • Recycle, Reduce & Reuse.
  • Purchase recyclable products.
  • Purchase products packaged in recycled materials.
  • Purchase products that are made of recycled materials.
  • Purchase products that can be reused over and over.
  • Grass Clippings: Cut it and leave it. (Do not bag.)

    • What to Recycle:

  • ·  All food container cans (aluminum/steel/tin), all glass containers (green, brown, or clear), pourable plastic bottles including soda, milk, juice, water, lotions, shampoos, and household cleaners and empty non-toxic aerosol cans, placed in a  container (not in plastic or brown bags) TOGETHER WITH
    ·  All paper AND corrugated cardboard (includes newspapers, junk mail, magazines, paperback books, brown bags, office paper, catalogs) can be placed in the same container with a detached lid, not weighing more than 40 lbs. when filled.
    RECYCLING MATERIALS CANNOT BE TIED, BAGGED OR BUNDLED IN ANY WAY.
    ·  Leaves (during collection periods in spring and fall, in plastic bags).
    ·  Brush/Tree Trimmings (during collection periods in spring and fall, tied and bundled).
    ·  Paint cans - full or partially full (at Recycling Convenience Center only).
    ·  Telephone books (see your directory for locations). etc. (at Recycling Convenience Center only).
    ·  Plastic film (grocery) bags should be returned to local supermarkets
    ·  Batteries - Rechargeable (terminals taped) and vehicle batteries (at Recycling Convenience Center only). Rechargeable batteries can be found in cordless power tools, cell and cordless phones, laptop computers, digital cameras, two-way radios, camcorders, and remote control toys.
    ·  Batteries – Rechargeable household and vehicle batteries (at Recycling Convenience Center only).
    ·  Tires off rims (at Recycling Convenience Center only).
    ·  Metal Appliances - air conditioners, refrigerators, and dehumidifiers that have been certified free of Freon by a licensed technician
    (at Recycling Convenience Center or curbside).
    ·  All electronics - computers, TVs, telephone systems, monitors, etc.. (at Recycling Convenience Center only).

    • Recycling Cans:

    Many containers used by residents are unacceptable for safe handling by our employees. Please follow these simple guidelines:
  • May not weigh more than 40 lbs. when filled.
  • May not have an attached lid (difficult to dump and lid may hit crewmember).
  • May not be larger than 30 gallons.

    • What not to Recycle:(Dispose with Garbage)

    Auto headlights

    Toys

    Blue glass, crystal

    Ceramics or china

    Cereal Boxes

    Saran Wrap

    Hard Book Covers

    Styrofoam cups, plates, trays

    Plate/window glass

    Flower pots

    Garden plastics

    Large plastic items

    Medical supplies

    Carbon paper

    Microwavable containers

    Household Batteries A, AA, AAA, C, D &
    9 Volt(non rechargeable only - terminals taped)

     

    Dispose of at O.C. Hazardous Material Program

  • Aerosol cans or plastic containers from toxic substances, aerosol cans or plastic containers from auto products and pesticides or
    chemicals.
  • Thermometers (mercury).
  • Mineral spirits, kerosene, anti-freeze and gasoline.

    • How to Recycle:

    This Spring, the Township will begin a “single-stream” recycling program in conjunction with changes made in Ocean County.  You will now place rinsed cans, plastics and glass bottles (for safety, please remove and discard plastic caps) AND PAPER PRODUCTS INCLUDINGall newspapers, mixed paper, magazines, catalogs, junk mail, brown bags, books (without the hardcover), and corrugated cardboard together IN THE SAME STURDY, REUSABLE 30-gallon or smaller container (metal or plastic) identified with Township recycling seal (seal is available at the Toms River Township Public Works Department).  Please keep items dry.  Nothing can be tied, bagged or bundled in any way.  It is recommended that drain holes be drilled in the bottom of the container to prevent water buildup in the recycling can.

    Plastic film bags should be returned to local supermarkets for recycling. DO NOT place in container with curbside recyclables. Cereal box cardboard and hard book covers are not recyclable and are disposed of with regular garbage.
    Packing materials and Styrofoam may be recycled at local commercial shipping facilities.

    When to Recycle:

    Toms River Township provides a once-a-week pickup of recyclables by the Toms River Township Public Works Department. For
    information on the designated day for your neighborhood, contact the Toms River Township Recycling Office at
    (732) 255-1000 ext 8108.

    Click here to view the Holiday Schedule.

    Backyard Composting:

    The Ocean County Division of Solid Waste Recycling encourages backyard composting or mulching of grass, leaves and other
    garden vegetation. Composting is the natural process of decay or decomposition. It is nature's way of recycling organic material
    into a rich soil amendment. While the composting process occurs naturally in forests, it can also be applied in backyards at minimal
    cost and effort.

    Compost builds soil structure and fertility which conserves water.

    Compost improves plant health by suppressing soil and plant diseases, thereby eliminating reliance on toxic chemicals and
    pesticides.

    Compost adds nutrients which increases the quality of foods.

    Grass recycling is the natural means of providing nitrogen needed by lawns. Mulching mowers or blade adapters cut up grass
    finely, returning the clippings back into the lawn. This greatly reduces the need for harsh fertilizer applications. Grass recycling
    does not contribute to thatch problems. Thatch is caused by accumulated dead roots. Remember, the more you fertilize and
    water your lawn - the faster it grows, and the faster thatch accumulates.

    Leaf Recycling:

    The State Recycling Act prohibits the land filling of leaves. Leaves (not including grass clippings or yard waste) will be collected
    curbside in the spring and fall.

    Click here to view the next leaf collection schedule.

    The actual pickup dates for neighborhoods will be advertised in the local media (The O. C. Observer, O. C. Reporter, O. C.
    Gazette, Asbury Park Press, Channel 21, WJRZ and WOBM radio). If you do not compost, place leaves in plastic bags (preferably
    clear bags) at curbside prior to the Monday of your designated leaf collection week. In the event that we are ahead of
    schedule, you may see leaf trucks in your area on an unscheduled week. Be assured that we will be back on your scheduled
    weeks.

    Brush/Tree Trimmings Recycling:

    This is a new program to help reduce the amount of recyclable materials that goes into the landfill. Brush/tree trimmings will be
    picked up in the spring and fall of each year. Throughout the year, residents can bring chippable material to the Township's
    Recycling Convenience Center and pickup free mulch and wood chips (location is 1672 Church Road - entrance is ¼ mile east of
    North Bay Avenue).

    Click here to view the next brush/tree timming collection schedule.

    Community Groups:

    Volunteer recycling programs affiliated with Civic Organizations, such as Senior Clubs and Scouting Groups are encouraged.
    Your group may contact the Public Works Recycling Office so we can assist you. Call 732-255-1000 ext. 8108 for more
    information.

    Additional Information:

    The Toms River Township Recycling Convenience Center is open to only Toms River Township residents. Only non-commercial
    vehicles less than 8,000 lbs. are allowed in the center. Proof of residency is required. The Center allows disposal of
    recyclable yard waste, leaves, brush, household garbage and trash during hours of operation. No demolition from jobs that
    require a building permit is allowed. Residents are allowed two visits per month. Please refer to the Toms River Township
    Recycling Convenience Center page for more information.

    No hazardous waste materials are permitted at the Toms River Township Recycling Convenience Center. For information on
    Hazardous Waste Disposal contact the Ocean County Solid Waste Management Hotline: 1-800-55-RECYCLE or check the
    Ocean County Web Pages for Press Releases.