Introduction of New Garbage Collection System

Township of Nutley Announces New Garbage Collection System in January 2025

Mayor John V. Kelly III and the Board of Commissioners have announced that the Township of Nutley will be utilizing a new garbage collection system beginning in January. The new program for the collection of solid waste is significantly more cost-effective and will provide a cleaner, more attractive community image. 

“This is a significant change for our residents and we want to make sure everyone is aware of the reasons why we have chosen to move forward with this program,” Mayor Kelly says. “First of all, the cost of garbage collection has been rising at an alarming rate, which necessitated that we look into all viable options. Fortunately, we were able to secure a new system that will not only save money, but will also be environmentally safe and keep our homes secure from wildlife.”

The Township has purchased and will distribute new carts which are specially constructed to be used in an automated collection system. The cart is designed for durability and ease of handling, with  a lid which keeps odors in and moisture out. It is the only container which can be used with the new system. Each cart, which is the property of and will be provided by the Township, will include a serial number that corresponds to each residential address. 

Each resident will receive one 95-gallon cart with a capacity more than three times that of a standard residential garbage can with the ability to accommodate 300 pounds of waste. (Typically, a cart filled with standard household waste will not exceed these limits). Notably, each cart is equipped with wheels for ease of use; despite the cart’s ability to hold up to 300 pounds of waste, residents able to lift 25 pounds will be able to easily bring a fully loaded cart to the curb for pickup.

If residents determine that they need more capacity, additional carts may be leased for a fee. 

Vegetation carts (designated yard waste consisting of tree limbs or branches, grass clippings, incidental leaves, straw, shrubs, bushes, plants and sod) will be also distributed to all single, two-, three- and four-family homes.

The Township will be holding live presentations on the new system in the next few weeks. The presentations will also be available on the Township of Nutley’s website and social media sites. 

The delivery of the carts will begin on Monday, December 2, 2024 and will stretch over a two week period. The new automated pickup system will take effect January 2, 2025, after which no waste will be removed other than what is in Township-authorized carts. 

“This is an exciting new program that will be beneficial to our Township,” Mayor Kelly says. “We realize it is a major change, so we ask our residents to be patient; we will work to the best of our abilities to make sure the transition is as smooth as possible.”

The Township will be mailing out detailed information to all residents. They will also have resources online. Residents and commercial businesses are encouraged to reach out to the Nutley Health Department with any questions. 

Public Presentations

The Township of Nutley has arranged two live demonstrations for the new garbage collection system set to launch after the start of the year. The first session is scheduled for Thursday, November 21st at 7:00pm, followed by a second on Thursday, December 12th also at 7:00pm. Both events will be held in the Nutley Town Hall Chambers located on the third floor of the Town Hall at 1 Kennedy Drive in Nutley. Mayor John V. Kelly III and the Board of Commissioners introduced this cost-effective solid waste collection program last month, aimed at creating a cleaner and more appealing community. 

Both presentations will be streamed live at the following links:

Thursday, November 21 https://nutleynj-org.zoom.us/j/98805921694?pwd=Zm1HYjFrWHlFblFpSGFONDZYV0hNZz09 

Thursday, December 12 https://nutleynj-org.zoom.us/j/85346427195?pwd=YRCSg8BSm4MzNK9VwFz0bzMirxAFls.1 

Both presentations will also be available following the meeting on:

Township of Nutley Website: https://www.nutleynj.org/

Township of Nutley Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nutleynjgovernment/

Township of Nutley YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@nutleynjgov