Under Rockville's improved program, we can now recycle non-hazardous aerosol cans and all plastic materials (except styrene foam items). Non-hazardous aerosol cans include whipped topping, spray cooking oil, deodorant, shaving cream and hair spray aerosol cans. These cans must be emptied before being placed into the blue commingled materials recycling bin. In addition, the mixed paper recycling program has been expanded to include various types of coated paper items. These items include milk and juice cartons, frozen food boxes, cardboard ice cream containers and lids, paper coffee and drink cups, wax-coated fruit and produce boxes, and juice and drink boxes.  (NOTE: ALL plastics can now be recycled except styrene foam.)

ONCE-A-WEEK COLLECTION IS HERE – Carter Hill items are now picked up ONLY on Tuesdays (see below for special pick-ups).  See www.rockvillemd.gov/recycling-refuse/once.htm for more information.  There is no change to yard waste collection, BUT certain components of recycling and refuse collection have also changed.  Residents who are physically unable to take their trash to the curb can apply for “back door” service by calling 240-314-8568 or by going to  http://www.rockvillemd.gov/recycling-refuse/BackdoorApplication.pdf

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Please DO NOT put out items for collection earlier than the night before pick-up – and kindly take in trash containers soon after pick up to help keep our community attractive.  Note that the newer large trash containers should be kept away out of sight of the front of the house.  For the latest information, see www.rockvillemd.gov/recycling-refuse  NOTE: schedules can change without notice - call 240-314-8568 to check on current schedules.

YARD RECYCLABLES (grass clippings, branches, etc.) must be placed in trash cans OR in paper yard refuse bags for pick up on Thursdays.  Branches must 8 feet or shorter and may be tied in bundles OR placed in trash cans.  Loose branches on the ground will not be taken.

LARGE ITEMS such as shelving, appliances, carpeting and the like, can be scheduled for pick up any Tuesday by calling 240-314-8568 between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. 1-2 days in advance.  Items are picked up ONLY if you call in advance.  They will NOT be picked up unless you call. 

NOTE: You can take all large and hazardous items to the transfer station on Shady Grove Road, about 10 minutes away.  Call them to get directions.

HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS and ELECTRONICS are picked up on the fourth Wednesday ONLY if you call 240-314-8568 between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m.1-2 days beforehand.   Paint and other chemicals must be labeled HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS when placed at the curb.

Special Collections – All recycling and refuse items that do not fit into your brown and gray carts, including bulky items such as appliances and furniture. Call 240-314-8568 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              240-314-8568      end_of_the_skype_highlighting to schedule an appointment. Residents receive six special collections annually.

DEAD ANIMALS – call 240-314-8930 for pick up.

RECYCLE USABLE ITEMS and receive a tax deduction.  Call 240-777-6410 to schedule pick up under Montgomery County’s “Use It Again” program.  Many items are eligible.  For information and various organizations that will accept your donations, go to  www.montgomerycountymd.gov/solidwaste

LEAVES ARE COLLECTED twice each fall and scheduled in advance (see newspapers or the website below).  Leaves raked to the curb are collected and also leaves placed in trash cans or recyclable paper bags – leaves placed in plastic bags and tree limbs will NOT be accepted for these special collections.  For details, see http://www.rockvillemd.gov/residents/leaf.htm