RECYCLING BROCHURE 2013 new2 for sj
CURBSIDE & DROP OFF INSTRUCTIONS SINGLE STREAM RECYCLING Put Cans/Bottles/Plastics/Cardboard/Paper Together
Cans & Bottles
Includes: Glass bottles & jars (all colors), steel, aluminum, aerosol & empty, dry paint cans. Remove lids; leave the labels on. DO NOT INCLUDE: Window glass, light bulbs, mirror glass, drinking glasses or ceramics...place in with regular trash.
Plastic
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Includes: Soda bottles, milk/water jugs, laundry/dishwashing detergent bottles, plastic jars, microwave trays, yogurt containers, small flower pots. DO NOT INCLUDE: Plastic toys*, large flower pots & pails*, Styrofoam, vinyl siding, razors, lighters... place in regular trash.
Paper/Cardboard
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP
Recycling & Solid Waste Information
Includes: Newspapers, magazines, catalogs, phone books, junk mail, office paper, brown paper bags, food boxes (like pasta & cereal), milk, juice, soup & wine cartons, gift boxes; paper egg cartons, hardback books (no covers), pizza boxes (no food residue), corrugated (brown) cardboard. Corrugated cardboard . NO PLASTIC BAGS! DO NOT INCLUDE: Blueprints, paper plates, towels or tissues … place in with regular trash.
DROP OFF ONLY !
Rechargeable Household Batteries Includes: Nickel Cadmium (NI-CD) Nickel Metal Hydride, Mercury Oxide, Lithium Ion (Li-ion) and small sealed lead (PB) batteries. These can be found in cordless power tools, cellular & cordless phones, lap top computers and camcorders. Place in a clear plastic bag and bring to either recycling drop -off area.
GALLOWAY ROAD DROP OFF ONLY !
Rigid Plastics
Includes: Laundry baskets, buckets, , trash cans, plastic toys, “kiddie” pools, pet carriers, coolers, VHS tapes, CDs & DVD’s /cases, clear molded blister packaging, flower pots/trays, lawn furniture, plastic auto bumpers. DO NOT INCLUDE: PVC Pipe, vinyl siding, plastic bags, water hoses.
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY EDUCATION A Division of Community Services [email protected]
DROP OFF AREAS
Galloway Road Convenience Center RECYCLING DROP OFF: ITEMS ACCEPTED: HOURS:
Glass bottles & jars, cans, paper, corrugated cardboard, rechargeable household batteries, plastic bottles & jars Monday– Saturday 8 AM - 2:30 PM
Household Hazardous Waste * The Atlantic Co. Utilities Authority holds seven collections a year from 9 AM—2 PM. *Includes: Pesticides, lawn chemicals, pool chemicals, cleaning solutions, fluorescent tubes. Call ACUA AT 272-6950 for information. Collections at ACUA:
CONVENIENCE CENTER: ITEMS ACCEPTED:
Clean clothing & fabric (AMVETS) RIGID PLASTICS,
January 5, 2013 March 2, 2013 May 4, 2013 July 13, 2013 September 14, 2013 October 5, 2013 November 2, 2013
BULK METAL No Items containing Freon ELECTRONICS: 1st Sat. of each month
AVAILABLE HERE: HOURS:
COMPOST SITE:
ITEMS ACCEPTED: HOURS:
Free leaf compost & mulch for residents. Landscapers & non-residents: Call Public Works for pricing information. Monday - Saturday 8 AM –2 PM
Leaves, & grass clippings Wednesday -Saturday 8 AM– 2 PM Branches accepted* : 1st Fri & Sat of the month *Branches cannot exceed 4” in diameter or 6’ long No more than 1 pickup truck load per day NO COMMERCIAL VEHICLES! NO DUMP TRUCKS!
Carton Avenue Recycling Center ITEMS ACCEPTED: HOURS:
Glass bottles & jars, cans, paper, corrugated cardboard, rechargeable household batteries, plastic bottles & jars Open Daily, 7AM - 5PM
A TASK FORCE FOR A SUSTAINABLE GALLOWAY, better known as GO GREEN GALLOWAY, is a Mayor-appointed committee that is working toward creating and maintaining our Township as a sustainable community. Galloway has received Silver Certification through the Sustainable Jersey Program for our efforts. If you would like to learn more about Go Green Galloway, please contact Barbara at [email protected]
Leaves PICK-UP: Curbside collection ONCE a year by Public Works beginning in November. This collection is for LEAVES ONLY. *Leaves may be bagged in biodegradable PAPER bags or raked to the curb. Call 652-3700x255 for local contractor listings. DROP-OFF: Leaves & grass clippings can be dropped off at the Galloway Road Compost Facility Wed-Sat, 8 AM - 2:30 PM OPTION: Compost on your property-Call 652-3700 ext. 209 for details
Branches DROP OFF: Galloway Rd. Compost Site: 1st Fri & Sat of the month Branches cannot exceed 4” diameter or 6’ long Please see other restrictions under “COMPOST SITE”
GALLOWAY ROAD CONVENIENCE CENTER HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY 8 AM - 2:30 PM Proof of Residency Required for all Drop Off Items The private trash contractors that work in our Township provide residential recycling collection to their customers at no additional charge.
Recycling & Trash PICKUP THROUGH RESIDENTIAL HAULER*: Waste Management 1-800-472-7335 EarthTech 1-609-383-1855 Free recycling stickers are available. Call 652-3700 x 209 (GT Community Ed.) *For a complete list of haulers, please refer to the yellow pages
Non-Recyclable Plastics Includes: PVC pipe/ tubing, vinyl siding, plastic drums/ pesticide containers, plastic stretch film, Styrofoam*, poly-coated paper (juice & milk cartons) water hoses. Place in with your regular trash or call your hauler for special pickup. *NOTE ON STYROFOAM “PEANUTS” : Most mailing and packing services would love to have them.
Plastic Bags ShopRite in Galloway and ShopRite in Absecon have collection bins near the exits.
Paint & Antifreeze DROP-OFF: ACUA—See Household Hazardous Waste schedule
Compact Fluorescent Bulbs (CFLs) Galloway Township Community Education
Bulky Metal
(Public Works pickup no longer available )
Metal includes: Washers, dryers, water heaters, swing sets ( NO CONCRETE ), bicycles, bed frames, lawn mowers, file cabinets, pots and pans. NO ITEMS CONTAINING FREON DROP OFF: Galloway Convenience Center Mon-Sat 8 AM - 2 PM American Auto Salvage 965-6700 James Garrett 641-6973 PICKUP: Call your Trash Hauler for special pickup WORKING REFRIGERATORS: Call NJ Clean Energy Program for FREE PICKUP: 1-877-270-3520 or visit NJCleanEnergy.com ($50 rebate) ITEMS CONTAINING FREON (Refrigerators/Freezers/Air Conditioners) DROP OFF: ACUA $16 per item PICKUP: Call your Trash Hauler for special pickup
Bulk Non-Recyclable Bulk non-recyclable includes: Mattresses, furniture,* carpeting** DROP OFF: ACUA * $86..09/ton ** $50/ton
Other Options (Good used furniture only):
Call the ARC of Atlantic Co. 241-9333 Take to Goodwill (No Appliances) 348-8401 Call the Salvation Army Good Cond. Only 347-9351 Register on Craigslist: www.southjersey.craigslist.org
Cellular Phones: DROP- OFF: Galloway Municipal Complex lobby.
Tires DROP- OFF: ACUA Transfer Station (Small per tire charge)
Used Motor Oil CANNOT BE MIXED WITH ANY OTHER SUBSTANCE
Non-Recyclable Construction/Demolition Debris Includes: Painted, stained, or treated wood, drywall, etc. PICK-UP: Call your trash hauler. DROP-OFF: ACUA 272-6950
Recyclable Construction / Demolition Debris CLASS “B” RECYCLING CENTERS: A.E. Stone 641-2781 Accepts: Asphalt, concrete, brick, clean wood A.J. Puggi 926-6991 Accepts: Same as above
Carpet
Includes: Residential Nylon & Polypropylene carpet & Foam padding DOES NOT INCLUDE: Wet material, Carpet tiles, Glued or cemented down carpet, Jute back carpet, Wool carpet, Felt pad or Rubber pad. These materials can be disposed of as bulky waste. DROP OFF: ACUA $50 /TON
DROP- OFF: Galloway Auto & Tire, Jimmie Leeds Road Parkway Mobil, Jimmie Leeds Rd. & Parkway
Automobile & Boat Batteries American Auto Salvage, Rte. 50 Mays Landing 965-2900 ACUA—See Household Hazardous Waste schedule
Propane Tanks *A small disposal charge will apply. Suburban Propane, Hammonton 561-0820 ACUA 272-6960
Syringes “Safe Sharps Away Program” ACMC - Mainland
652-1000
Consumer Electronics
Includes: Computers*, Printers, TVs*, VCRs, DVDs, Stereo Components, Microwaves & Copiers DROP OFF: GALLOWAY ROAD CONVENIENCE CENTER: 1ST SAT. OF THE MONTH, 9 AM - 2 PM; ALTERNATE RECYCLING: BEST BUY; GOODWILL
Used Clothing MUST BE CLEAN AND DRY! Take to a local thrift shop or Give to someone in need. Take to any drop off: AMVETS; SALVATION ARMY, GOODWILL
Cans & Bottles
Includes: Glass bottles & jars (all colors), steel, aluminum, aerosol & empty, dry paint cans. Remove lids; leave the labels on. DO NOT INCLUDE: Window glass, light bulbs, mirror glass, drinking glasses or ceramics...place in with regular trash.
Plastic
#s
Includes: Soda bottles, milk/water jugs, laundry/dishwashing detergent bottles, plastic jars, microwave trays, yogurt containers, small flower pots. DO NOT INCLUDE: Plastic toys*, large flower pots & pails*, Styrofoam, vinyl siding, razors, lighters... place in regular trash.
Paper/Cardboard
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP
Recycling & Solid Waste Information
Includes: Newspapers, magazines, catalogs, phone books, junk mail, office paper, brown paper bags, food boxes (like pasta & cereal), milk, juice, soup & wine cartons, gift boxes; paper egg cartons, hardback books (no covers), pizza boxes (no food residue), corrugated (brown) cardboard. Corrugated cardboard . NO PLASTIC BAGS! DO NOT INCLUDE: Blueprints, paper plates, towels or tissues … place in with regular trash.
DROP OFF ONLY !
Rechargeable Household Batteries Includes: Nickel Cadmium (NI-CD) Nickel Metal Hydride, Mercury Oxide, Lithium Ion (Li-ion) and small sealed lead (PB) batteries. These can be found in cordless power tools, cellular & cordless phones, lap top computers and camcorders. Place in a clear plastic bag and bring to either recycling drop -off area.
GALLOWAY ROAD DROP OFF ONLY !
Rigid Plastics
Includes: Laundry baskets, buckets, , trash cans, plastic toys, “kiddie” pools, pet carriers, coolers, VHS tapes, CDs & DVD’s /cases, clear molded blister packaging, flower pots/trays, lawn furniture, plastic auto bumpers. DO NOT INCLUDE: PVC Pipe, vinyl siding, plastic bags, water hoses.
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY EDUCATION A Division of Community Services [email protected]
DROP OFF AREAS
Galloway Road Convenience Center RECYCLING DROP OFF: ITEMS ACCEPTED: HOURS:
Glass bottles & jars, cans, paper, corrugated cardboard, rechargeable household batteries, plastic bottles & jars Monday– Saturday 8 AM - 2:30 PM
Household Hazardous Waste * The Atlantic Co. Utilities Authority holds seven collections a year from 9 AM—2 PM. *Includes: Pesticides, lawn chemicals, pool chemicals, cleaning solutions, fluorescent tubes. Call ACUA AT 272-6950 for information. Collections at ACUA:
CONVENIENCE CENTER: ITEMS ACCEPTED:
Clean clothing & fabric (AMVETS) RIGID PLASTICS,
January 5, 2013 March 2, 2013 May 4, 2013 July 13, 2013 September 14, 2013 October 5, 2013 November 2, 2013
BULK METAL No Items containing Freon ELECTRONICS: 1st Sat. of each month
AVAILABLE HERE: HOURS:
COMPOST SITE:
ITEMS ACCEPTED: HOURS:
Free leaf compost & mulch for residents. Landscapers & non-residents: Call Public Works for pricing information. Monday - Saturday 8 AM –2 PM
Leaves, & grass clippings Wednesday -Saturday 8 AM– 2 PM Branches accepted* : 1st Fri & Sat of the month *Branches cannot exceed 4” in diameter or 6’ long No more than 1 pickup truck load per day NO COMMERCIAL VEHICLES! NO DUMP TRUCKS!
Carton Avenue Recycling Center ITEMS ACCEPTED: HOURS:
Glass bottles & jars, cans, paper, corrugated cardboard, rechargeable household batteries, plastic bottles & jars Open Daily, 7AM - 5PM
A TASK FORCE FOR A SUSTAINABLE GALLOWAY, better known as GO GREEN GALLOWAY, is a Mayor-appointed committee that is working toward creating and maintaining our Township as a sustainable community. Galloway has received Silver Certification through the Sustainable Jersey Program for our efforts. If you would like to learn more about Go Green Galloway, please contact Barbara at [email protected]
Leaves PICK-UP: Curbside collection ONCE a year by Public Works beginning in November. This collection is for LEAVES ONLY. *Leaves may be bagged in biodegradable PAPER bags or raked to the curb. Call 652-3700x255 for local contractor listings. DROP-OFF: Leaves & grass clippings can be dropped off at the Galloway Road Compost Facility Wed-Sat, 8 AM - 2:30 PM OPTION: Compost on your property-Call 652-3700 ext. 209 for details
Branches DROP OFF: Galloway Rd. Compost Site: 1st Fri & Sat of the month Branches cannot exceed 4” diameter or 6’ long Please see other restrictions under “COMPOST SITE”
GALLOWAY ROAD CONVENIENCE CENTER HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY 8 AM - 2:30 PM Proof of Residency Required for all Drop Off Items The private trash contractors that work in our Township provide residential recycling collection to their customers at no additional charge.
Recycling & Trash PICKUP THROUGH RESIDENTIAL HAULER*: Waste Management 1-800-472-7335 EarthTech 1-609-383-1855 Free recycling stickers are available. Call 652-3700 x 209 (GT Community Ed.) *For a complete list of haulers, please refer to the yellow pages
Non-Recyclable Plastics Includes: PVC pipe/ tubing, vinyl siding, plastic drums/ pesticide containers, plastic stretch film, Styrofoam*, poly-coated paper (juice & milk cartons) water hoses. Place in with your regular trash or call your hauler for special pickup. *NOTE ON STYROFOAM “PEANUTS” : Most mailing and packing services would love to have them.
Plastic Bags ShopRite in Galloway and ShopRite in Absecon have collection bins near the exits.
Paint & Antifreeze DROP-OFF: ACUA—See Household Hazardous Waste schedule
Compact Fluorescent Bulbs (CFLs) Galloway Township Community Education
Bulky Metal
(Public Works pickup no longer available )
Metal includes: Washers, dryers, water heaters, swing sets ( NO CONCRETE ), bicycles, bed frames, lawn mowers, file cabinets, pots and pans. NO ITEMS CONTAINING FREON DROP OFF: Galloway Convenience Center Mon-Sat 8 AM - 2 PM American Auto Salvage 965-6700 James Garrett 641-6973 PICKUP: Call your Trash Hauler for special pickup WORKING REFRIGERATORS: Call NJ Clean Energy Program for FREE PICKUP: 1-877-270-3520 or visit NJCleanEnergy.com ($50 rebate) ITEMS CONTAINING FREON (Refrigerators/Freezers/Air Conditioners) DROP OFF: ACUA $16 per item PICKUP: Call your Trash Hauler for special pickup
Bulk Non-Recyclable Bulk non-recyclable includes: Mattresses, furniture,* carpeting** DROP OFF: ACUA * $86..09/ton ** $50/ton
Other Options (Good used furniture only):
Call the ARC of Atlantic Co. 241-9333 Take to Goodwill (No Appliances) 348-8401 Call the Salvation Army Good Cond. Only 347-9351 Register on Craigslist: www.southjersey.craigslist.org
Cellular Phones: DROP- OFF: Galloway Municipal Complex lobby.
Tires DROP- OFF: ACUA Transfer Station (Small per tire charge)
Used Motor Oil CANNOT BE MIXED WITH ANY OTHER SUBSTANCE
Non-Recyclable Construction/Demolition Debris Includes: Painted, stained, or treated wood, drywall, etc. PICK-UP: Call your trash hauler. DROP-OFF: ACUA 272-6950
Recyclable Construction / Demolition Debris CLASS “B” RECYCLING CENTERS: A.E. Stone 641-2781 Accepts: Asphalt, concrete, brick, clean wood A.J. Puggi 926-6991 Accepts: Same as above
Carpet
Includes: Residential Nylon & Polypropylene carpet & Foam padding DOES NOT INCLUDE: Wet material, Carpet tiles, Glued or cemented down carpet, Jute back carpet, Wool carpet, Felt pad or Rubber pad. These materials can be disposed of as bulky waste. DROP OFF: ACUA $50 /TON
DROP- OFF: Galloway Auto & Tire, Jimmie Leeds Road Parkway Mobil, Jimmie Leeds Rd. & Parkway
Automobile & Boat Batteries American Auto Salvage, Rte. 50 Mays Landing 965-2900 ACUA—See Household Hazardous Waste schedule
Propane Tanks *A small disposal charge will apply. Suburban Propane, Hammonton 561-0820 ACUA 272-6960
Syringes “Safe Sharps Away Program” ACMC - Mainland
652-1000
Consumer Electronics
Includes: Computers*, Printers, TVs*, VCRs, DVDs, Stereo Components, Microwaves & Copiers DROP OFF: GALLOWAY ROAD CONVENIENCE CENTER: 1ST SAT. OF THE MONTH, 9 AM - 2 PM; ALTERNATE RECYCLING: BEST BUY; GOODWILL
Used Clothing MUST BE CLEAN AND DRY! Take to a local thrift shop or Give to someone in need. Take to any drop off: AMVETS; SALVATION ARMY, GOODWILL
