No scheduled Trash Delay Next Week! for Franklin, MA

No scheduled Trash Delay Next Week! for Franklin, MA

Even with the holiday on Monday, there are no scheduled delays for the trash/recycling curbside pickups for the week of Feb 17 - Feb 21

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=42

Town of Franklin: No Scheduled Trash Delay for week of January 20 - 24, 2025

No Scheduled Trash Delay for week of January 20 - 24, 2025

No Scheduled Trash Delay January 20 - 24, 2025

Curbside Trash/Recycling will be picked up on your regular day!

Shared from ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/no-trash-delay-january-20-24-2025

For a copy of the curbside flyer ->  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/franklin_program_guide_2024-2025.pdf

Trash/Recycling Schedule for New Year's week in Franklin, MA

Trash/Recycling Schedule for New Year's week in Franklin

The trash and recycling schedule for New Year's is scheduled for the one day delay for those with Wednesday, Thursday & Friday pickups.

Shared from -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/public-works/news/curbside-trashrecycling-schedule-dec-30-jan-4

Recycle Your Political Signs! - Nov 9 & Nov 10 at the Franklin (MA) Historical Museum

With the election over, unclutter your property and your town and bring your corrugated plastic signs to the museum for recycling. 

Neither the town’s transfer station nor the curbside recycling program can take the type of plastic used in these signs. But our volunteers will! Just stop by the museum during open hours, Sat 10-1 (with coffee and cookies while they last) and Sunday 1-4, and stack you signs neatly on our front steps. 

Recycle Your Political Signs! - Nov 9 & Nov 10 at the Franklin (MA) Historical Museum

Please, if possible, separate metal legs and pile them separately!  There is no fee for this service. AND while you are at the museum, consider taking a look at some of the displays showing how Franklin has voted over the last 150 years in its presidential elections. 

Questions? Call Historical Commission Chair Alan Earls 508 560 3786 or email alan.r.earls@gmail.com.

Beaver St recycling only available via Grove St this week

The Beaver St Recycling Center will only be accessible via Grove Street this week due to the construction on the interceptor blocking access from RT 140

Beaver St recycling only available via Grove St this week

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Annual Electronics Recycling Event - Saturday, Sep 14 from 9 AM to 2 PM

Join us on Saturday, September 14th for our annual electronics recycling event! 

Annual Electronics Recycling Event! Sep 14

This is a fantastic opportunity to responsibly dispose of all your unwanted electronics, appliances, items with a plug, batteries, and even bicycles in any condition.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, September 14th

Location: Old Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot

Cost: See event page for details

Help keep our community clean and sustainable. 

Spread the word to friends and neighbors, and let's make this event a huge success!

For more information, visit the event page ->  https://www.facebook.com/share/Qv1VKr6UoB1CnKV9/

The Labor Day holiday brings a one day Curbside Trash Delay

Due to the Labor Day Holiday, curbside trash/recycling will be delayed by one day.

The Labor Day holiday brings a one day Curbside Trash Delay

Shared from ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/labor-day-curbside-trash-delay

If you misplaced the Curbside Pickup schedule, you can download and print a new one ->     https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/franklin_program_guide_2023-2024.pdf

SAVE THE DATE: Annual Electronics Recycling Event! Sep 14

Join us on Saturday, September 14th for our annual electronics recycling event! 

Annual Electronics Recycling Event! Sep 14

This is a fantastic opportunity to responsibly dispose of all your unwanted electronics, appliances, items with a plug, batteries, and even bicycles in any condition.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, September 14th

Location: Old Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot

Cost: See event page for details

Help keep our community clean and sustainable. Spread the word to friends and neighbors, and let's make this event a huge success!

For more information, visit the event page ->   https://www.facebook.com/events/326537483873662/?ref=newsfeed

Town of Franklin: IFB - Wood and Brush Grinding and Hauling from Town's Recycling Center

IFB - Wood and Brush Grinding and Hauling from Town's Recycling Center

In accordance with MGL c. 30 section 39m, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a firm to provide wood and brush grinding and hauling services.

Additional Information:  IFB - Wood and Brush Grinding and Hauling Services

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/ifb-wood-and-brush-grinding-and-hauling-towns-recycling-center

Town of Franklin: IFB - Wood and Brush Grinding and Hauling from Town's Recycling Center

Where did the pink bags go?

The regular weekly pickup of the pink bags ended a while ago. Scheduling a pickup when you need to get rid of clothing and textile materials, is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

• Call Simply Recycling (call 866-835-5068), or visit their webpage to schedule a pickup https://simplerecycling.com/
• Put the clothing, etc. in any bag or container that a person can pick up easily
• Put it out on the day you scheduled

You'll receive email and or text reminders and instructions on how to put the materials out for pickup.

Where did the pink bags go?

When did the regular pick up program change? May 2022

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/05/dpw-notice-simply-recycling-program-to.html

You can watch the interview with Abigail Drake to get the backstory on textile recycling as well as info on Simply Recycling  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjyjP8yZp2A

Recycling Center credit card technology issues, cash/check accepted

 FYI ~ If you plan to use the Recycling Center this weekend (6/14-6/16/24).

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Recycling Center credit card technology issues, cash/check accepted

Removal and Hauling of Green Waste from Town's Recycling Center - Invitation to bid due 4/24/24

Removal and Hauling of Green Waste from Town's Recycling Center

In accordance with MGL c. 30B, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a contractor to provide the removal and hauling of green waste (compost) from the Town's Recycling Center, located at 455 Beaver Street, Franklin, MA.

Additional Information:  Removal and Hauling of Green Waste from Recycling Center

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/removal-and-hauling-green-waste-towns-recycling-center

Removal and Hauling of Green Waste from Town's Recycling Center - Invitation to bid due 4/24/24

Town of Franklin, MA: Recycling Center last March weekend hours and Tuesday hours returns April 2, 2024

Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA) posted on Wed, Mar 27, 2024:

BEAVER ST: RECYCLING CENTER UPDATES

Open Regular Hours This Weekend 

• FRI, MARCH 29 -- 8 AM TO 3 PM 
• SAT, MARCH 30 -- 8 AM TO 3 PM 
• SUN, MARCH 31 -- 9 AM TO 1 PM

Beginning April 1 regulars will be

• TUE, Noon to 3 PM
• FRI, 8 AM to 3 PM
• SAT, 8 AM to PM
• SUN, 9 AM to 1 PM

Visit our website for a list of items you can bring to the center: https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste

Shared from -> https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1773057943153393992

Town of Franklin, MA: Recycling Center last March weekend hours and Tuesday hours returns April 2, 2024

Electronic recycling in the St Mary's parking lot Saturday, May 18

"SAVE THE DATE for our upcoming annual electronics recycling event on Saturday, May 18th. All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost (see event page).  

Bring all your unwanted items to the parking lot to support our green initiative.  

Let your friends and neighbors know!"

Electronic recycling

Don't toss your old electronics! Bring them to our upcoming recycling event. We're accepting a wide range of electronics, including TVs, computers, and more. Help reduce e-waste and learn about sustainable practices.

St. Mary's Parish is hosting an Electronics Recycling Event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday May 18. The collection event will be held in the Benjamin Franklin School parking lot across the street from the church, at 1 Church Square.

All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost as follows:

Cost to You:

• $5 each for Computers, Laptops, Video Game Consoles, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Radios, Alarm Clocks, Speakers, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Power Tools, Drills, Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans and Cookware, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.

• $10 each for Small Household Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers.

• $20 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Microwaves, Dorm Sized Refrigerators, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Artificial Christmas Trees, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Leaf Blowers, Chainsaws, Heat Lamps, Heaters, Fire Extinguishers, Propane Tanks (Empty).

• $25 each for TVs up to 26,” CRT Monitors, Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Outdoor Grills, Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Power Washers, Large Yard Equipment, Water Tanks.

• $30 each for TVs between 26” and 35,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers.

• $35 each for TVs over 36”

• $40 each for Projection TVs

• NO CHARGE: Cell Phones, Bicycles in any condition, Video Game Media and Accessories, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, Household Batteries, VHS/DVD’s, Keyboards, Tablets.

When you arrive, please follow the cones and directions from the workers. Bring your vehicle as close to the truck or dumpster as possible. Feel free to remain in your vehicle, our workers will unload your items for you.

Residents from all towns and communities are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. 

Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.

For more information or if you have additional questions, email GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com

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Franklin Residents: No Trash Delay - February 19-23, 2024

No Trash Delay - February 19-23, 2024

No Trash Delay - February 19-23, 202

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/no-trash-delay-feb-19-23-2024

Trash/Recycling delayed pickup during Christmas week 2023

With Christmas falling on Monday, the trash & recycling schedule is delayed by one day this week. Monday will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesday on Wednesday, etc.

(Note, this will also happen next week with New Year's falling on Monday)

The curbside flyer with full schedule

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/franklin_program_guide_2023-2024.pdf

Trash/Recycling delayed pickup during Christmas week 2023

Town of Franklin receives $23K grant for Recycling Program

via Mass Municipal Association (MMA): 

"On Sept. 28, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced the award of $5.2 million in grants to 283 municipalities and regional solid waste districts for recycling, composting, and waste reduction programs.

Gov. Maura Healey said the grants, from the Department of Environmental Protection’s Sustainable Materials Recovery Program “help further our collective efforts to meet our aggressive goal of 90% waste reduction by 2050, while also boosting local economies by investing in the waste reduction industry.”

The SMRP’s Recycling Dividends Program is distributing $3.65 million to 278 municipalities and regional districts to improve community recycling efforts."

The Town of Franklin Recycling Dividends Program received a grant from the State of $ 23,400.00. 

Continue reading the MMA article

https://www.mma.org/massdep-awards-5-2m-to-support-recycling-composting-and-waste-reduction/

Find the full listing of grant awards ->

https://www.mass.gov/doc/list-of-2023-municipalregional-grant-awards-september-2023/download

Town of Franklin receives $23K grant for Recycling Program

Curbside Trash/Recycling Schedule - Week of July 4, 2023

Notice from the Department of Public Works

Curbside trash and recycling will be delayed one day for Tuesday - Friday (July 4th - July 7th) pick-ups only! Monday pick-ups (July 3rd), will be collected as scheduled.

The Beaver Street Recycling Center will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

The recycling center will be open...

• Friday, June 30th: 8AM - 3PM
• Saturday, July 1st: 8AM - 3PM
• Sunday, July 2nd: 9AM - 1PM

Thank you.

Franklin DPW

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/curbside-trashrecycling-schedule-week-july-4th-2023

Curbside Trash/Recycling Schedule - Week of July 4, 2023

Pick up schedule changes for the 4th of July week

Via the Franklin DPW Facebook page ->  

Next week's holiday schedule for curbside trash/recycling pick up and the recycling center!

• Monday - picked up as normal
• Tuesday to Friday - delayed ONE day

Pick up schedule changes for the 4th of July week

https://www.facebook.com/100064487150311/posts/pfbid05iXbfybaJYbfGJrkoz7LSnsUa6nd8zyEPfE28SQB7QfMYx4SFuXTW6KTRs33rLSjl/

Dehumidifier Turn-In Event successfully recycled 81 units on May 20, 2023

The Dehumidifier Turn-In Event hosted by the Sponsors of Mass Save last on Saturday, May 20, 2023 in Franklin was a success! 81 units were recycled and there were 73 applications.

L to R: Bill Stack - Eversource, Cobi Frongillo - Aide from Rep Roy’s Office, Fred Cullen - Green Team, Taylor Bennett – National Grid