Town Of Wakefield Curbside Yard Waste Collection Coming Up

Press release from the Town of Wakefield:

Curbside Yard Waste collection will take place on May 18. Yard waste must be curbside prior to 7 a.m. in biodegradable paper bags or barrels. Plastic bags cannot be collected. Please cut branches into 3’ lengths or less and tie in bundles no more than 18” in diameter.

The Nahant Street yard waste is also available for the disposal of leaves, grass, clippings, shrubs, and brush on scheduled dates throughout the season. A permit is required to obtain access and is available to Wakefield residents only. Permits can be obtained at the DPW office at Town Hall or purchased online. Proof of Wakefield residency is required at the time of purchase. Permits must be renewed annually at a cost of $25.

View the full schedule of Public Works events (2 pages). Questions about yard waste collection or the Nahant Street site can be directed to the Public Works Department at 781-246-6301, ext. 4120.

Other Important Dates to Note

Mercury Collection June 12: Residents can safely dispose of mercury at the Nahant Street site on June 12 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. A permit is not required for this service.

Discounted Rain Barrels Through May 12: May 12 is the deadline to purchase a Great American Rain Barrel for the discounted price of $89. There is an additional $20 discount for the first 120 barrels sold using promo code WAK24. Learn more about rain barrels and make your purchase.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event June 22: Reading and Wakefield co-host hazardous waste days for residents of these two communities. The spring event will take place on June 22, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Reading Public Works facility (75 New Crossing Rd.) Read about the materials that can be collected.

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