Vernon Public Works FAQs
ADDITIONAL REFUSE & RECYCLING CARTS
Additional refuse and recycling carts may be purchased for $95 each. Mail a check payable to the Town of Vernon to the Public Works Department, 375 Hartford Turnpike Vernon, CT 06066. Don’t forget to include your contact information including: phone number, address where the cart is to be delivered and which cart you wish to purchase refuse or recycling. 9-23
AEROSOL CAN DISPOSAL
If the aerosol can is empty or contains a non-hazardous substance such as cooking spray, it may be placed in your recycling container. If the can contained a hazardous waste such as spray paint and is empty, place in your refuse can or cart. If aerosol can is not empty, it may be disposed of at one of the hazardous waste collections. 9-23
ANTIFREEZE & WASTE MOTOR OIL
Antifreeze and waste motor oil will be accepted at the Transfer Station free of charge (no permit and punchcard required). The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. 9-23
ASH DISPOSAL
Ashes from coal or wood stoves will not be collected curbside. These may be disposed of at the Public Works Department, located at 375 Hartford Turnpike (Rt. 30). The ash dumpster is in the parking lot near the swimming pool and is easily accessible at all times. 9-23
AUTOMATED CARTS
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BOOKS, DVDs, VHS TAPES & CASSETTES
All soft and hardcover books as well as DVDs, VHS tapes and cassettes can be recycled. A collection container is located at the Transfer Station. If possible, please box your books, etc. as boxes are stacked in the container. A permit and punchcard are not required for this.
The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. (0923)
- Alkaline or household batteries may be disposed of with regular household refuse.
- Rechargeable or NiCad batteries may be disposed of at any of the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Dates or at Home Depot.
- Lead acid batteries (automotive, marine, lawn and garden) will be accepted at the Transfer Station free of charge. No permit and punch card required.
The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. (0923)
BURNABLE ITEM DROP-OFF DATES
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CALENDAR - REFUSE & RECYCLING
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CARDBOARD
Cardboard is recyclable. It should be cut up small enough to not create a jam in the recycling cart. A jam could result in your cart not being emptied completely. Large amounts of cardboard may be disposed of at the Transfer Station free of charge, no permit or punch card required.
The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. (0923)
CASHO
CASHO is the Connecticut Association of Street & Highway Officials, Inc. The CASHO Magazine, Highways & Byways, is published semi-annually to an audience of 1000+ Directors, Administrators, Presidents and decision making professionals. Each issue is packed with informative articles on the latest trends in construction and maintenance of highways, streets and road infrastructure as well as upcoming CASHO event dates and highlights of CASHO events. Below are two articles from Highways & Byways highlighting the Town of Vernon’s Public Works Department: 1. Vernon feature, 2. 2010 Snow Plow Roadeo.
CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL
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COMPOSTING
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CREOC RESIDENT MANIFEST FORM
Click here for a household hazardous waste form.
CURBSIDE COLLECTION HOURS
Refuse and recycling collection hours are: Monday through Friday 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. year-round. Carts must be placed at the curb no later than 6 a.m. on collection day and no more than 24 hours in advance. (0923)
DECEASED ANIMALS
Animal carcasses and feces must be disposed of on site and at least 75 feet from private wells. They cannot be disposed of with refuse. (0923)
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING
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FIRE EXTINGUISHER DISPOSAL
Fire extinguishers, when empty, should be treated like metal items. The extinguisher itself cannot be disposed of in the tan refuse cart. They can be disposed of at the Transfer Station free of charge. No permit and punch card are required. To empty, expel contents into a plastic garbage bag and place that bag in tan refuse container.
The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. (0923)
Fluorescent tubes and household compact fluorescent light bulbs can be disposed of free of charge at the Transfer Station, no permit and punch card required.
The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. (0923)
Freon units: air conditioners, dehumidifiers, refrigerators, freezers, wine coolers can be disposed of at the Transfer Station or by scheduling a Bulky Pickup. A permit and punch card are required for disposal of freon units. Punch cards will receive 3 punches per freon unit. Call the Public Works Office at 860-870-3500 for more information or to schedule a paid bulk pickup.
The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. (0923)
HAZARDOUS WASTE
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HAZARDOUS WASTE ITEMS ACCEPTABLE\UNACCEPTABLE
Click here for list of items that are acceptable and not acceptable at household hazardous waste collection days.
HOLIDAY REFUSE & RECYCLING COLLECTION
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LEAF BINS
Click here for information about depositing leaves in town provide leaf-bins.
LEAF COLLECTION PROGRAM - BAGGED LEAF PICKUP
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LEAF COLLECTION PROGRAM - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for frequently asked questions about the leaf collection program.
LEAF COLLECTION PROGRAM - STREET LISTINGS
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MATTRESSES and BOX SPRINGS
Click here for information about disposing of mattresses and box springs.
METAL DISPOSAL
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MULCH
Mulch is available at the Transfer Station to Vernon residents free of charge (permit and punch card not required). Proof of residency is required and residents must load. The Public Works Department will deliver 4 cubic yards of mulch (when available) for $60. Please call the office at 860-870-3500 for more information.
The Transfer Station is located at 12 Hockanum Boulevard (off Rt. 83 and across from Spare Time Bowling) and is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 a.m. 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. (0923)
Sharps should be placed into an opaque plastic container such as a laundry detergent bottle. Seal container with original lid and wrap with duct tape. Label the container "Do Not Recycle" and place in refuse cart. (0923)
PAINT DISPOSAL
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PAINTCARE.ORG
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PHONE BOOKS
Phone books may be recycled in the blue recycling cart. (0923)
POTHOLES
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PRESS RELEASES/CABLE TV/TOWN WEBSITE
Announcements are sent to the local news sources, such as the Journal Inquirer and Vernon Patch, the town website and the public access cable television station for publication several days in advance. Please check these sources for needed information. A storm-related refuse change is unusual and would be announced on the local radio station – WTIC-AM 1080.
RECYCLING
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RECYCLING DATA
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RECYCLING - QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Click here for information about single stream recycling.
REFUSE
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REFUSE DATA
Click here for Vernon's municipal solid waste data.
SIMPLE RECYCLING - PINK BAG
Click here for more information about the Simple Recycling clothing and textile recycling.
TRANSFER STATION
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TRANSFER STATION - Holiday Closings
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TRANSFER STATION - Permit & Punchcard Not Required
Click here for information about items that can be dropped at the Transfer Station without a punch card.
TRANSFER STATION PUNCHCARD RATES
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UNWANTED MEDICATION DISPOSAL
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USED CLOTHING & SHOES
A collection container is located in front of the Public Works Garages at 375 Hartford Turnpike.
WEEKLY PAID PICKUPS
Click here for information about bulky waste pickups for a fee.
WINTER SNOW STORM INFORMATION
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YARD WASTE
Click here for information about disposing of yard waste.