Notice from DPW: New State Waste Disposal Ban extends to include Mattresses

Mattresses MUST be recycled. Options for Franklin residents below

Notice from the Department of Public Works: Effective as of November 1st, 2022: The State of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has enacted additional "Waste Disposal Bans". 

• Mattresses may not be disposed of as solid waste. They MUST be recycled.
• Waste Management will no longer be collecting mattresses through the curbside program.

Residents of Franklin have a variety of options available to ensure proper disposal:

• If you purchase a new mattress, request that the retailer remove and recycle your old mattress.
• Purchase a sticker to the Recycling Center (455 Beaver Street, Franklin) and utilize the mattress recycling service at this location--The Town does not provide a transportation service, the mattress must be delivered to the Recycling Center by the resident.
• Solicit the services of a private hauler to remove and recycle your old mattress. You may access a list of local Board of Health approved haulers here.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/notice-dpw-new-state-waste-disposal-bans