Trash & Recycling Schedules

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General Collection Information

🗑️ Regular Trash

Collection Days:
Monday & Thursday
Time:
6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Container:
Provided bins or 32-gallon containers
Weight Limit:
40 pounds per container

♻️ Recycling

Collection Days:
Every other Tuesday
Time:
6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Container:
Blue recycling bins
Materials:
Paper, plastic, glass, metal

🍂 Yard Waste

Season:
April - November
Collection:
Mondays only
Requirements:
Biodegradable bags or bundles
Bundle Size:
Max 4 feet long, 50 pounds

📦 Bulk Items

Schedule:
By appointment only
Contact:
(814) 355-1581
Items:
Furniture, appliances, large items
Fee:
May apply for certain items

Collection Guidelines

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Placement Time

Place containers at the curb by 6:00 AM on collection day. Containers may be put out the evening before.

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Placement Location

Place containers within 3 feet of the curb, away from parked cars, mailboxes, and other obstacles.

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Prohibited Items

Hazardous materials, electronics, batteries, paint, chemicals, and tires are not collected with regular trash.

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Need Help?

Contact Public Works at (814) 355-1581 for questions or missed pickups.

🎄 Holiday Schedule

Dec
19

⚠️ Upcoming Holiday Trash Schedule Change - Christmas Eve

⚠️ UPCOMING TRASH COLLECTION SCHEDULE CHANGE

Dec
20

⚠️ Upcoming Holiday Trash Schedule Change - Christmas Day

⚠️ UPCOMING TRASH COLLECTION SCHEDULE CHANGE

Dec
23

Holiday Trash Schedule Change - Christmas Eve

🗑️ EARLY TRASH COLLECTION due to Christmas Eve

Dec
24

No Trash Collection - Christmas Eve

🚫 NO TRASH COLLECTION TODAY

Dec
25

No Trash Collection - Christmas Day

🚫 NO TRASH COLLECTION TODAY

Dec
26

Holiday Trash Schedule Change - Christmas Day

🗑️ DELAYED TRASH COLLECTION due to Christmas Day

Questions or Issues?

Public Works Department

📞 (814) 355-1581

✉️ publicworks@bellefonte.net

Borough Office

📞 (814) 355-1521

🏛️ 236 West Lamb Street