2008 Recycling & Garden Debris Schedule

Large Branch and Heavy Wood (MONDAYS)

Monday, March 17, 2008 through October 6, 2008, weather permitting

Collection Days - Every Monday except:

Please observe the following rules:

LARGE BRANCHES

• Over 2 inches in diameter
• Cut to between 4-10 ft. in length
• Place by the curb by 7:00 A.M. each Monday
• Place cut end facing the roadway.
• DO NOT place branches in the roadway or blocking fire hydrants.
  

HEAVY WOOD

• Tree trunks, fire wood, roots or root balls, etc.
• NOT to exceed 75 Ibs. in weight
• Should be placed by the curb by 7:00 A.M. each Monday.
  

Garden Debris Collection (TUESDAYS)

Tuesday, April 1,2008 through October 28, 2008, weather permitting

Garden Debris is:

• Grass, in approved containers
• Brush & Bushes - Cut to 4 foot in length and tied in bundles that are less
  than 50 lbs.
• Branches - Less than 2 inches in diameter
  

Approved Containers

Plastic container(s):

• Trash Cans, 32 gallons or less, not to exceed 75 Ibs. in weight, with
  handles and drain holes or cover(s).
• Bio-Degradable Paper Bag(s)
• Not to exceed 50 Ibs. in weight, with the word "BIO-DEGRADABLE" printed on
  side.
• Plastic Bags are not Approved Containers
  

Please observe the following rules:

• Place Garden Debris by the curb on Monday evening.
• DO NOT place Garden Debris in the roadway or blocking fire hydrants.
• DO NOT mix dirt, rocks, stones, asphalt or similar material with garden
  debris.
  

Any questions please call River Vale DPW at 201-664-2346 ex 1400