The City of Concord is committed to maintaining a clean and environmentally-friendly community through effective waste management practices. This guide provides residents with essential information on waste collection, bin requirements, and available programs to enhance our collective effort in managing waste responsibly.
Types of Waste
Concord categorizes waste into several types to streamline the collection process and ensure proper disposal:
- Household Trash: Regular household waste that is not recyclable.
- Recyclables: Items such as paper, cardboard, glass, metal cans, and certain plastics that can be reprocessed.
- Organic Waste: Yard waste and compostable materials.
- Hazardous Waste: Materials that require special handling, such as batteries and chemicals.
Pickup Schedule
Concord provides a convenient and regular pickup schedule to ensure waste is collected efficiently:
- Trash and Recycling: Collected weekly. Residents should place their bins at the curb the night before their designated collection day.
- Yard Waste: Collected seasonally, with specific dates announced in advance on the city’s website.
Residents are encouraged to check the city’s online resources or contact the Concord Waste Management Office for their specific pickup days and any changes in the schedule due to holidays or special events.
Bin Requirements
To facilitate smooth collection, Concord has set clear requirements for waste bins:
- Size and Type: Bins should be compatible with the city’s automated collection system. Standard sizes are required for both trash and recycling bins.
- Placement: Bins must be placed at the curb by a specific time on the collection day, with sufficient space between them to allow for easy access by collection vehicles.
- Labeling: It is recommended that bins be clearly labeled with the resident’s address to prevent loss or confusion.
Programs
Concord offers a variety of waste management programs to support sustainable practices and community involvement:
- Recycling Education Program: Aims to increase awareness and participation in recycling efforts through workshops and informational materials.
- Composting Initiative: Encourages residents to compost organic waste, reducing landfill usage and enriching soil quality.
- Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days: Designated days for the safe disposal of hazardous materials, ensuring they are handled properly and do not harm the environment.
Violations
To maintain the efficacy of Concord’s waste management system, specific regulations are enforced. Violations may include incorrect bin usage, improper waste disposal, or failure to adhere to the pickup schedule. Residents found in violation may receive warnings or fines, emphasizing the importance of compliance to keep our city clean.
For more information, residents are encouraged to visit Concord’s official website or contact the waste management department directly to learn more about these programs and requirements, ensuring a collaborative effort in maintaining a sustainable community.
Contact Concord Solid Waste
- Service: Concord Waste Division
- Population Served: Approximately 47,000 residents
- Address: 311 North State Street, Concord, NH 03301
- Website:
- Phone: (603) 228-2737