Department of Public Works
Tony Ciarleglio
Interim Director
Contact
Public Works
Bethany Town Hall
40 Peck Road
Bethany, CT 06524-3322
203-393-1555
Recycle Center Hours of Operation
Tue 7:30 am – 12:00pm
Wed 7:30 am-4 pm
Thu 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Fri/Sat 7:30 am-4 pm
Holiday Residential Waste Systems (RWS) Pick Up Schedule for 2022
Any changes to the regular pickup will be posted on their website on https://residentialwastesystems.com/holiday-schedule/
To sign up for holiday and weather alerts, please text 203-826-8119 with you address followed by ALERTS
Residential Waste Systems observes the following holidays:
New Year’s Day 2022 No change to schedule.
Memorial Day 2022 All pickups will be delayed by one day.
Independence Day 2022 All pickups will be delayed by one day.
Labor Day 2022 All pickups will be delayed by one day.
Thanksgiving Day 2022 Thursday customers will be picked up one day later.
Christmas Day 2022 No change in schedule.
New Year’s Day 2023 No change in schedule.
****Winter is upon us****Please have the end of your driveway properly cleared and sanded to allow for a safe pick up.
Recycling & Bulky Waste Trash Pickup revised 5-17-2022
For Bulky Waste Drop Off – By Appointment Only
203-393-1555
Leave your name, address, contact number, type and volume of material to be dropped off. You will be contacted by Thursday with your appointment status for Saturday. The earlier in the week you call, the more likely you will be approved for the coming Saturday as space is limited. There is no charge for this service to residents.
For Road/Tree Issues
475-238-6966
Mon-Fri 7 am-3 pm
For Bulky Waste Pickup “Fee For Service”
Bulk pick up will be performed by R.W.S. by appointment on the third Friday of each month for a modest fee. Text a picture to 203-334-1660 for a quote and to make an appointment. Prepayment by credit card is required. Note that if actual curbside bulk does not match the picture there may be an additional charge–so gather everything before calling. To obtain more information call R.W.S. directly at 203-334-1660.
Links
FAQs
When is normal curbside trash pickup?
Residential Waste Systems (RWS) picks up according to the schedule below:
What hours is recycling open?
Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays: 7:30AM to 4PM
Tuesdays,: 7:30AM to Noon
Thursdays: 7:30AM to 3PM
Please note: A resident sticker is required in order to use the recycling facilities. Stickers are provided at no cost to residents and are sent with the MV tax bills in July. Stickers are also available at the Town Hall in the Tax Office.
What do I do with bulky waste?
Bulky Waste (furniture, carpeting, and other large non-recyclable, non-hazardous items) is available on Saturdays at the recycling center BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. To make arrangements, contact:
Public Works
203-393-1555
Leave your name, address, phone number, volume and type of bulky waste and someone from the office will contact you to confirm your requested date or provide an alternate date if your requested date is no longer available.
To Drop off Mattresses, please read: Mattress Recycle Program
NOTE TO CONTRACTORS: Waste from large remodeling projects (roofing shingles, etc.) may not be brought to the recycling center. You must get your own dumpster.
What do I do with hazardous waste?
Hazardous Waste (paints, solvents, chemicals) may be disposed of at HazWaste Central at the Regional Water Authority building on Long Wharf in New Haven. Click the link below for current information and seasonal schedule.
Is there a community tag sale in Bethany?
Yes. There is a Bethany Lions Club-sponsored Flea Market held at the Airport every Saturday from May through October from 7AM through 1PM. For details, click on Bethany Lions Club.
What do I do about Pot holes, fallen trees or dead animals on my road?
Contact the Highway Department at:
Public Works
Bethany Town Hall
40 Peck Road
Bethany, CT 06524-3338
475-238-6966
or the Selectman’s Office at:
Board of Selectmen
Bethany Town Hall
40 Peck Road
Bethany, CT 06524
203-393-2100 x1100
First Selectman, 203-393-2100 x1100, Email
Selectmen Assistant, 203-393-2100 x1100, Email
