TRASH, RECYCLING & YARD WASTE COLLECTION
The current contract with Waste Management is from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2026. A program handbook which outlines the service is available. Click here for a copy. In addition to trash, recycling, and seasonal yard waste collection, residents have the ability to dispose of household hazardous waste and e-waste AT YOUR DOOR in an environmentally safe manner.
Waste Management will bill each household on a 4-month basis. Households who request to pay for service on an annual basis by November 30th of each contract year, will receive a five (5) percent discount on their basic service. Upon request, senior citizens, age 65 or over and financial head of household, shall qualify for a 10% discount upon submittal to the township office proof of age in the form of a valid drivers license or other recognized photo ID and documentation of financial responsibility for the household.
When a home becomes vacant for a minimum of two (2) months, the homeowner may be able to receive a temporary waiver from that service for up to a maximum term of six (6) months. Please complete a trash waiver within 14 days of the vacancy and return it to the Ohio Township Municipal Office at 1719 Roosevelt Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237, or by email at amberz@ohiotwp.org.
Residents moving into a newly constructed home should have completed a New Cart Selection / Maintenance Form which would have been provided with their building permit application. Once occupancy has been approved, call Waste Management to have your new carts delivered. There is a $10.00 delivery fee for all cart exchanges and replacements. In addition, Waste Management is responsible for the delivery of carts, and repairs. They can be reached by calling 1-800-866-4460 or by email at wpacustomerservice@wm.com.