Public Works (DPW)

From the DPW Family

Warmer spring weather has arrived at last, and our busy work schedule is underway. There is a lot of activity at the Department of Public Works and at our work sites throughout town. Please take extra care when you encounter our crews so they can complete their work as safely as possible.

In this newsletter you will find updates within the Borough, Bulk pick up information, and Street sweeping schedules per district.

As usual if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to call our shop. Your help is always appreciated in every way to make us a better department. Thank you and we hope everyone has a safe and happy spring.

Bulk Pick Up

Got Junk? The Borough of Middlesex is here to assist residents with any of their spring clean ups. Bulk pickup is limited to one per year and is arranged by appointment only.

Rules are strictly enforced, so please read carefully.

• Please do not place anything at the curb without scheduling an appointment.

• Please call (732) 968-1603 between 6am and 2pm. Please leave your name and number; your call will be returned within 24 hours to arrange for pickup.

• Bulk collection is designed for residents that need to discard household trash that is too large or too much to place into your regular curb side garbage can.

• Large appliances (“white metal”) can be picked up by appointment throughout the year.

Bulk items NOT ACCEPTED curbside include:

• Construction debris

• Propane tank

• Cement

• Television (accepted at the Recycling Center only)

• Hazardous materials

• Yard waste

• Tires and metal

• Pallets

• Lumber

• Fencing

• Household garbage

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Grass, Leaves, and Branches

GRASS WILL ONLY BE PICKED UP IN BIODEGRADABLE LEAF BAGS.

GRASS/LEAF COLLECTION: Grass and Leaf pick up will begin the last Wednesday of March and end on the last Wednesday of December. Place bags at curb the night before for pick up. Grass/leaves will only be picked up in paper biodegradable bags.

Plastic bags will NOT be picked up.

Grass/leaves can also be taken to the Recycling Center. Refer to Ordinance #1727-06, Chapter 355 or call 732-968-1603 for more information.

Branch collection: Branches are accepted at the Recycling Center all year and must be tied and bundled in 4-foot sections. Only place branches at the curb on designated days (third Wednesday of the month from April thru October). Branches that are not tied and bundled will not be disposed of and will be subject to a violation.

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Recycle Center

Visit our Recycle Center Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday located directly behind 1200 Mountain Ave. Do not forget to bring a photo ID for proof of residency and a bulk coupon to dispose bulky items. Our employees are there to asist you in any way.

"How Do I Know if It's Recyclable?" Download Recycle Coach!

Please download app to stay up to date on recycle pickup news and schedule changes. Recycle hotline for missed pick up or complaints should be directed to MCUA. Many complaints can be reported on the app as well. Or call the Recycle Hotline, 1-800-488-6242.

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Street Sweeping

Street sweeping will commence weather permitting on March 29, 2021.

We always thrive to keep our roads clean from stone and debris from the winter months. Cars should be off the street from 7am until 3pm on scheduled sweeping in your district. Please read the following schedule. If you have any questions, feel free to call 732-968-1603.

• District 10
  March 29 to April 2…….August 2 to August 6

• District 9
  April 5 to April 9…….August 9 to August 13

• District 8
  April 12 to April 16…….August 16 to August 20

• District 7
  April 19 to April 23…….August 23 to August 27

• District 6
  April 26 to May 30…….August 30 to Sept 3

• District 5
  May 3 to May 7…….Sept 7 to Sept 10

• District 4
  May 10 to May 14…….Sept 13 to Sept 17

• District 3
  May 17 to May 21…….Sept 20 to Sept 24

• District 2
  May 25 to May 28…….Sept 27 to Oct 1

• District 1
  June 1 to June 4…….Oct 4 to Oct 8