Waste Management
The Village provides curbside pickup of refuse and recyclables (weekly) for residents purchasing Village of Evans Mills Orange Refuse Stickers or opting into the pre-paid option. Details below
Refuse
The Village DPW collects garbage every Thursday (except holidays). Bags must be:
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At the curb by 8:00 AM
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Transparent and under 50 lbs
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Tagged with an Orange Refuse Sticker (unless enrolled in a pre-paid plan)
Sticker Cost: $3.00 each, available at the Village Office or online.
Online orders include a 3% service fee. Stickers will be mailed to the address provided. The Village is not responsible for lost mail.
The Village now offers TWO options for residents who choose to participate in the village trash pickup services:
1. Pay-Per-Bag (Sticker Program)
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Purchase stickers as needed ($3.00 each)
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Each garbage bag requires one sticker
2. Pre-Paid Monthly Plans
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Sign up for a monthly billing option—no stickers needed (unless you exceed your plan limit). Available for residential properties only. Service begins once your signed form is returned.
Available Plans:
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$45/month → Up to 3 bags per week (30-gallon bags)
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$55/month → Up to 5 bags per week (30-gallon bags)
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$65/month → Up to 8 bags per week (30-gallon bags)
Convenient Payments: Residents enrolled in the pre-pay program can now set up recurring payments through MuniciPAY. Customize your schedule and never miss a payment!
Sign Up Online or visit the Village Office to enroll.
Recycling
Recycling is free for all Village residents. DPW collects every Wednesday (except holidays).
Please ensure:
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Recycling is at the curb by 8:00 AM
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All materials are properly separated
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Cardboard is broken down
Town of LeRay Transfer Station:
26506 US Route 11 Evans Mills, NY 13637
(Between Bradley's Military and J&J Plaza)
Phone: 315-629-1550
Business Hours:
8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, Thursday
8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Saturday
(Except Holidays)
Other Recycling & Disposal Options for Village Residents
The Village of Evans Mills offers recycling options for plastic, tin, paper, and cardboard at designated Village locations. However, other materials such as electronics or larger household items are not accepted by the Village regularly.
For these items, residents may use the Town of LeRay Transfer and Recycling Center, which provides a safe and responsible way to dispose of non-hazardous refuse and recyclables.
LeRay Transfer & Recycling Center
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Open to all residents of the Town of LeRay (including Village residents).
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Accepts: Bagged or truckloads of household waste and recyclable items.Payment: All waste must be paid for with transfer site tickets, available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
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Not Accepted: Tires, mattresses, and box springs. These items should be taken to the Jefferson County Transfer Site.
The Transfer and Recycling Center is owned and operated by the Town of LeRay and is committed to helping the community responsibly manage waste and recycling.
Jefferson County Transfer Station
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Open to all county residents, including Village of Evans Mills.
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Accepts: A wide range of non-hazardous refuse and recyclables, including items not taken at the Village or LeRay facilities (such as electronics, tires, mattresses, and box springs).
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Location: 27138 NYS Route 12, Watertown NY 13601
Full guidelines are available on the Jefferson County website.