The following list of mandatory recycling items will be picked up on your scheduled recycling day. The recycling schedule is located under Pickup Schedule.
Commingled
Glass, aluminum cans, tin cans and all plastic containers.
The use of a 35-gallon trash container, weigh no more than 40lbs., is recommended for recycling of commingled. Free recycling stickers are available at the Public Works Office and should be placed on trash containers to designate them as a recycling container. Commingled recyclables should not be placed in bags for pickup or drop off.
Paper Collection
(ALL IN ONE BIN)
Newspapers,
Mixed Papers, Junk Mail, Cardboard, and Magazines. MUST
BE DRY. Can be placed to curb in one container untied. The use of a 35-gallon
trash container with lid, weighing no more than 40lbs., is recommended for recycling of papers. Free
recycling stickers are available at the Public Works Office and should be placed on container to designate them
as a paper recycling container. Paper recyclables should not be placed in bags for pickup or drop off.
Stickers Available at Borough
Hall, Public Works, & The Recycling Center.
Recycle your
Electronics
The Borough will continue to accept old computers, monitors, VCR’s, printers, radios, laptops and telephone equipment at the Recycling Center as long as the current disposal program continues. Check with the Public Works Department for availability.
Placing household
trash in public litter receptacles is a violation of Borough Code.
Your cooperation is necessary to keep our community clean and litter free.
RECYCLING CENTER
No contractors are permitted to dispose of any items at any time!
Located on the corner of Washington and Baltimore Avenue, is open 7 days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Residents can utilize the center to drop off their normal recyclable items. The Recycling Center is a service provided for Residents only.
Proof of residency may be required by two forms Photo ID & Tax or Utility Bill.
The following is a list of
recyclable items accepted at the Recycling Center.
Electronics-computers, monitors, VCR’s, printers, radios, laptops and telephone equipment.
Commingled Glass, Aluminum Cans, Tin Cans and Plastic Containers
Newspapers
Mixed Paper
Corrugated Cardboard
Motor Oil, Anti-freeze, Auto Batteries and Household Batteries
Used Motor Oil Filters – Oil must be drained from the filter
Telephone Books
Concrete by appointment
Yard Waste — You can bring Yard Clippings, Brush or Tree stumps to the Recycling Center.
NO CONTRACTORS PERMITTED!
Ocean
County Northern Recycling Center:
New Hampshire Avenue, Lakewood
Hours of operation : 7:30am - 3:00pm
Open Monday through Saturday
(Saturday residents only)
Phone: (732) 367-0802
Fax: (732) 942-8482
www.co.ocean.nj.us/SolidWaste/MainPage.aspx
Toll free: 1-800-55-RECYCLE
Ocean County Recycling Publications & Other Media
The Department has the following publications available to acquaint residents
with recycling and solid waste management activities in Ocean County. For those
publications that cannot be accessed through our website, please contact the
Department of Solid Waste Management for copies at 732-506-5047 or e-mail
ocrecycles@co.ocean.nj.us
A Guide to
Solid Waste Management in Ocean County
- This guide provides an overview of Ocean County’s various recycling and solid
waste management activities.
Recycling...A
Shore Thing
- This brochure provides a brief summary on what materials are mandated for
recycling in Ocean County for all sectors, and other recycling opportunities at
the County's Recycling Centers.
Ocean
County Recycling Directory
- This handy directory, which is published annually, provides important
recycling information that residents should become familiar with. It provides
information on the full range of recycling opportunities that are available in
our region as well as policies, facilities and programs. Commonly asked
questions are addressed about recycling and other solid waste management
matters.
Welcome
to the Ocean County Backyard Composting Demonstration Site
- This brochure provides general information regarding composting and the
compost units displayed at the County's site.
Help
Your Community by Becoming an Ocean County Master Composter Volunteer
- This brochure provides general information on the Ocean County Master
Composter Training Program.
Do
Your Part! A Guide to Buying, Using & Disposing of Household Toxic Products
- This brochure explains to Ocean County consumers how they can reduce the
generation of household toxic products and save money by shopping smart and
using toxic-free household alternatives. Proper disposal of toxic household
products is also discussed.
Grasscycling
- This brochure explains how to recycle your grass clippings naturally
by the "cut and leave it" method. The brochure also discusses proper mowing,
watering and fertilizing to maintain a healthy lawn.
Your
Guide to Home Composting
- This brochure explains how to compost, what to compost, why we should compost,
and discusses the different types of units that can be used to make compost.
Kids
Can Compost Too!
- This colorful brochure for children explains the basics behind composting and
its environmental benefits.
Ocean
County Recycles Newsletter
- This newsletter is published quarterly and provides information on current
activities and events occurring in Ocean County’s Solid Waste Management
Program. To be placed on the mailing list, please call the Department of Solid
Waste Management at 732-506-5047 or e-mail ocrecycles@co.ocean.nj.us.
Teacher’s
Resource Guide to Recycling in Ocean County
- This guide was introduced in 1995 and updated in 2004 and is geared for grades
four through six. Includes many activities that teachers can integrate within
their lesson plan. Copies of the guide are also available from the Department of
Solid Waste Management office. The guide is available as well in CD-Rom format.
• Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County Publications on Home Composting
- Various leaflets are available on home composting from the Rutgers Extension
of Ocean County by contacting the Department of Solid Waste Management.
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