Hazardous and Special Waste Collections

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2023 HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY - Amherst Household Hazardous Waste event will be held this year on Saturday, September 23 at Fort River Elementary School. 

Online registration will run from 8/1/2023 - 9/12/2023.

Registration is required for this event.



Safe Needle Disposal Program

Amherst residents may purchase “sharps” containers (for needles, etc.) at the Transfer Station. The fee is $5 per 2 1/2 quart container that includes the disposal of the filled container with a licensed medical waste hauler. Simply return your filled container to the Transfer Station.

Curbside Leaf Removal

The Department of Public Works conducts an annual autumn curbside pick-up of bagged leaves. Leaves must be bagged using the Town-approved, 30-gallon biodegradable paper bag. Loose leaves and leaves in non-approved bags will not be picked up. Bags are available at local hardware stores, garden stores and some grocery stores. Watch for additional information in local newspapers and on the Town website. Loose leaves are also accepted at the Transfer Station at no charge if you have a current Vehicle Sticker.