Public Works

Neighborhood Services Recycling Facility (aka DPW Garage/Dump) Public Hours

DPW Yard/Garage/Dump & Recycling Facility Public Hours

(2 Commonwealth Drive off of Gravelly Hollow Road behind Bob Meyer Park)

The DPW yard is currently open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, excluding holidays; and the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm.


(Including Sanitation, Roads, Parks, Buildings & Grounds, Recycling and Fleet Management)

Brush Collection Update, 2/28/2023

Medford Township DPW will be making an early round of brush collection in the next few weeks. Due to the mild weather we have been experiencing, we realize residents may be preparing their properties for an early Spring. Crews will begin collections and follow the schedule below:

  • 3/6: Zone 1 and Zone 2
  • 3/13: Zone 3
  • 3/20: Zone 4
  • 3/27: Zone 5

Crews may complete each Zone sooner than scheduled and may move into the next Zone when complete. Regular scheduled collections will begin on April 10th .

2023 Brush Collection Program, UPDATED 5/24/2023

Begins on April 10th and will follow the schedule below:

Spring Collection

  • Zone 2: Week of April 10th - COMPLETE
  • Zone 1: Week of April 24th - COMPLETE
  • Zone 3: Week of May 8th - COMPLETE
  • Zone 5: Week of May 22nd - COMPLETE
  • Zone 4: Week of June 5th

Summer/Fall Collection

  • Zone 1: Week of August 14th
  • Zone 3: Week of August 28th
  • Zone 5: Week of September 11th
  • Zone 4: Week of September 25th
  • Zone 2: Week of October 9th

Brush should not be placed at the street more than ten (10) days before a scheduled collection. Residents who have brush to dispose of outside of the announced collection schedules may bring it to the DPW Yard during regular business hours.

Snow Removal Help Needed

The Township is currently accepting applications for part-time or per diem snow removal personnel. Personnel should have a valid NJ Drivers License and have a demonstrated ability to operate snow removal equipment including snowplows, snow blowers, snow shovels, etc. Applicants should be able to lift 50 pounds and pass a background check and drug screen.

Medford Township offers a competitive pay rate and flexible hours for snow removal personnel. Applications or resumes should be forwarded to Dawn Bielec in Human Resources, 49 Union Street, Medford, NJ.

Applications can be found online here (Job Application). Questions about winter weather operations or staffing should be directed to Richard Parks, Director of Neighborhood Services, at 609-654-6791, extension 301.

Snow Removal Help Needed
Snow Removal Help Needed

DPW Yard Policy

Located at 2 Commonwealth Dr. off Gravelly Hollow Rd (behind Bob Meyer Park)

The DPW yard is open Monday through Friday from 7 am to 2 pm, and the third Saturday of every month from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. In an effort to protect our employees and allow patrons to dispose of their household items and debris safely, the following policies will be in effect:

  • Patrons will enter the yard through the main gate on Commonwealth Drive and exit through the rear gate to Gravelly Hollow Road.
  • Patrons will exit their vehicle upon entering the gate and provide their ID to the yard attendant. Once your address is confirmed, patrons will be directed to the designated disposal area for the items they need to dispose of.
  • In an effort to maintain social distancing and allow residents to dispose of their items safely, a limited number of patrons will be allowed at each respective disposal area.
  • Residents MUST bring assistance with them to help unload heavy or oversize items. Yard staff WILL NOT assist with removing or disposal of any items.
  • The yard will close promptly at 2:00 pm.
  • Residents are reminded that the speed limit in the yard is 5 mph. Residents must use caution as there may be many pedestrians walking to and from the disposal areas.
  • Children should remain in the vehicle at all times.
  • Residents who do not comply with these rules will be denied entry.

We will do our best to accommodate as many residents at a time; providing they meet the criteria outlined above. Residents with questions, may contact the Department of Public Works at 609-654-6791, extensions 316 or 322.

Click HERE  for more details.

Automated Trash Removal (Sanitation)

Curbside trash pick-up is provided once a week by Republic Services. Please click HERE for the map for the day by day neighborhood collection schedule.

On your scheduled trash day, please place your trash container out for collection no later than 6:00 a.m. Containers should be removed by 6:00 pm the day of the collection.

Container handles should face the house and be at least 3 feet away from mailboxes or lamp post to avoid damage to both.

Place container clear of vehicles, trees, fire hydrants and recycling pails. Also, due to safety concerns relating to above ground utility wires,

Medford Township is requesting that residents do not place their trash containers under any hanging utility wires.

In many areas the automated trash trucks do not have enough clearance to safely and effectively lift and dump the cans.

Medford Township and Republic Services appreciate your cooperation on this very important safety issue.

On the following holidays, trash collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week: New Years Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

For example, if New Years Day is a Tuesday, Tuesdays collection will be changed to Wednesday; Wednesday's collection to Thursday, Thursday's to Friday; and Friday's to Saturday.

No container should be placed at the roadside earlier than the evening of the day preceding a scheduled collection day. Containers must be free of all vegetation and recyclables.

(See Recycling page for more information)

***For any trash related questions or concerns, including missed collections or requests for new or replacement containers, please contact Julie Gray of Republic Services directly at 856-533-5270 or email [email protected].

**As a reminder, liquid paint cannot be disposed of through regular trash collection. Residents who have liquid paint to dispose of may bring it to the DPW yard during regular business hours. This includes paints, stains, varnishes, paint strippers and thinners. DPW yard hours are Monday through Friday from 7 am to 2 pm and every third Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm; excluding holidays. Residents who have empty paint cans with no liquid paint in them can dispose of those cans through regular trash. Additives that turn liquid paint to a solid can also be purchased through home improvement stores. Once the paint is solid, it can also be disposed of through regular trash. Residents who are unsure and need assistance can call the Department of Public Works at 609-654-6791. We appreciate your cooperation in this regard.

Bulk Trash Pick-Up

Bulk Trash collection services are currently provided by Republic Services. This service is available to residential properties two (2) times per month; either of the 1st & 3rd Wednesday or the 2nd & 4th Wednesday.

If you are located in Area "A," pick ups are scheduled on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays. If you are located in Area "B," pick-ups are scheduled on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays on the month. Please click HERE for a map with the Areas.

Residents must schedule a pick-up in advance; no later than noon on the Monday preceding the Wednesday pick-up request. Please use our Citizen Service Request program (Click HERE); e-mail Kim Gitto at [email protected] or call 609-654-6791 extension 316.

Please keep in mind that Medford's Bulk Collection program is NOT for the purpose of removing demolition or construction projects. The intended purpose is to assist residents in removing normal household items such as furniture and other large items too big to fit in the trash containers. Our current policy allows for the pickup of 2 large items (furniture) and/or 5 other allowable items. Whole house move-in/move-out cleaning is not permitted.

Refrigerators or freezers requested for bulk collection MUST have the doors removed prior to placement at the street.

Please do not place items to curb until the night before your collection day. And as always if you have a question please feel free to contact us at the number on the right.

There are restrictions and exclusions to this service, including construction debris, and recyclables such as televisions and computers.

The State of New Jersey's Clean Energy Program offers free pick-up plus rebates for recycling certain appliances such as refrigerators. Check their website for more details. Appliance Recycling Program

Residents are encouraged to consider donating usable items to a local charity such as Goodwill, located on Old Marlton Pike & Hartford Road; or Purple Heart, one of several which will pick-up items to be donated.

There are also several social media sites such as Medford 08055 Yard Sale on Facebook or Freecycle.

Street Sweeping

The Street Cleaning Program runs annually from April through October in order for Medford Township to be in compliance with NJ State Stormwater Management regulations.

The Township sweeps the commercial and downtown streets once per month during these times. Neighborhood streets are not included in the street sweeping program.

Street Sweeping

Recycling

Burlington County oversees the recycling collection program for Medford Township. Click HERE for our Recycling page with more information. You may also call the County Recycling Hotline at 609-267-6889 or their Recycling Office at 609-499-1001 weekdays between 9 am and 5 pm.

Other Misc. Concerns

Please Note:

Residents are reminded that basketball hoops, poles, and portable basketball sets are not permitted in the right-of-way of any roadway. You will be held liable for any damages caused by their presence.

Additional Links

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Contact Information

Director of Public Works and Municipal Utilities

Ronnie Fowler, CPWM

609-654-6791 (ext. 302)

Email: rfowler

Assistant Director of Public Works and Municipal Utilities

Brian Cop

609-654-6791 (ext. 325)

Email: bcop

Administrative Assistant

Samantha Kristie

609-654-6791 (ext. 322)

Email: skristie

Administrative Assistant

Kim Gitto

609-654-6791 (ext. 316)

Email: kgitto

Administrative Office Hours of Operation

18 Fostertown Road ( @ Sewer Treatment Plant)

Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Phone: (609) 654-6791

Fax: (609) 654-7646

Neighborhood Services Recycling Facility (aka DPW Garage/Dump) Public Hours

(2 Commonwealth Drive off of Gravelly Hollow Road behind Bob Meyer Park)

The DPW yard is currently open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, excluding holidays; and the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. (From April thru October the Yard is also open the 1st Saturday of the month; except for holiday weekends)

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