Middlesex Borough

Newsletter - May 2024

DPW: Public Works Spring Services and Schedules

From the DPW Family

Warmer spring weather has arrived at last, and our busy work schedule is underway. There is a lot of activity at the Department of Public Works and at our work sites throughout the town. Please take extra care when you encounter our crew so they can complete their work as safely as possible.

In this newsletter you will find updates within the Borough, Bulk pick-up information, and Street sweeping schedules per district.

As usual if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call our shop. Your help is always appreciated in every way to make us a better department. Thank you and we hope everyone has a safe and happy spring.

Grass and Leaf Pick Up

Grass and Leaf pick up will begin the last Wednesday of March and end on the last Wednesday of December. Place bags at curb the night before for pick up. Grass/leaves will only be picked up in paper biodegradable bags. Plastic bags will NOT be picked up. Grass/leaves can also be taken to the Recycling Center. Leaves cannot be raked or blown to the curb or roadway.

Branches are accepted at the Recycling Center all year. Branches are picked up at the curb on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from March thru November. They must be in 4-foot sections and tied or bundled. **Stumps will not be accepted

Please call or email our office to report a pothole in your area.

732-968-1603 • dpw@middlesexboro-nj.gov

 Bulk Pick Up

Got Junk? The Borough of Middlesex is here to assist residents with any of their spring clean ups. Bulk pickup is limited to one per year and is arranged by appointment only. Rules are strictly enforced, so please read carefully.

Bulk items NOT ACCEPTED curbside include:

  • Construction debris

  • Propane tanks

  • Cement

  • Television (accepted at the Recycling Center only)

  • Hazardous materials

  • Yard waste

  • Tires and metal

  • Pallets

  • Lumber

  • Fencing

  • Household garbage

Please call (732) 968-1603 between 6am and 2pm. Please leave your name and number; your call will be returned within 24 hours to arrange for pickup. Please do not place anything at the curb without scheduling an appointment.

Large appliances ("white metal") can be picked up by appointment throughout the year.

Recycle Coach

Please download app to stay up to date on recycle pickup news and schedule changes. Recycle hotline for missed pick up or complaints should be directed to MCUA. Many complaints can be reported on the app as well. Feel free to download.

1-800-488-6242 • Recycle Hotline

"How Do I Know if It's Recyclable?" Download Recycle Coach! Use the app to stay up to date on recycling pickup news and schedule changes – download the Recycle Coach app or login into their website for all your recycling needs: recyclecoach.com/cities/usa-nj-borough-of-middlesex.

Street Sweeping

Street sweeping was scheduled to commence (weather permitting) on March 25, 2024.

We always thrive to keep our roads clean from stone and debris from the winter months. Cars should be off the street from 7am until 3pm on scheduled sweeping in your district. Please read the following schedule. If you have any questions, feel free to call 732-968-1603.

The Borough of Middlesex is looking for individuals who are registered to vote in Middlesex County to work the Primary and General Election as a Poll worker. Anyone wishing to work can find the application on the Borough Website (www.middlesexboro-nj.gov) under Job Listings. For any questions please contact the Borough Clerk at 732-356-7400 Ext. 238.

2024 Schedule  

  • District 10 • March 25 to March 29 and July 29 to August 2

  • District 9 • April 1 to April 5 and August 5 to August 9

  • District 8 • April 8 to April 12 and August 12 to August 16

  • District 7 • April 15 to April 19 and August 19 to August 23

  • District 6 • April 22 to April 26 and August 26 to August 30

  • District 5 • April 29 to May 3 and Sept 2 to Sept 6

  • District 4 • May 6 to May 10 and Sept 9 to Sept 13

  • District 3 • May 13 to May 17 and Sept 16 to Sept 20

  • District 2 • May 20 to May 24 and Sept 23 to Sept 27

  • District 1 • May 27 to May 31 and Sep 30 to Oct 4

Free Firewood

The Borough is offering free firewood to our residents (10 per resident). Located at our Recycling Center, 1200 Mountain Ave, Middlesex NJ.

Recycling Center Hours of Operation

  • Monday >> Closed

  • Tuesday >> 6:00am - 1:45pm

  • Wednesday >> 6:00am - 1:45pm

  • Thursday >> 6:00am- 5:45pm

  • Friday >> 6:00am - 1:45pm

  • Saturday >> 7:00am - 2:45pm

  • Sunday >> Closed

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