Bedford’s goal is to recycle 70% of our waste stream by 2030. To achieve this we need to capture 45% to be recycled and 25% to be composted. We can do this with the great programs we already have in place.

Residential Curbside Program

The Town of Bedford requires trash haulers to pick up residential trash and recycling at the same time – putting trash in one compartment and recycling in another using a “split-packer” truck. Acceptable recyclables (see list below) should be clean, dry and loose in your curbside bin (not in plastic bags). Because all the recyclables go together in the same bin, this model is called “single stream,” and trash goes in a separate bin.

Recycling Center at 343 Railroad Avenue

For books, cassettes, DVDs, CDs, clothes, rags, shoes, curtains, linens, fabrics, small suitcases, travel bags, sport bags, broken electronics, food scraps, and all recyclables (paper, metal, glass, plastic). Seniors may purchase a pass from the town to bring their trash to the recycling center.

Recyclopedia

When you don’t know how to get rid of something, check the Bedford 2030 Recyclopedia. Here you can search for just about anything and find out where you can donate it, upcycle it, recycle it, or dispose of it.

TIOLI is an exchange location open Saturdays 10-12 from May through October in the Bedford Hills Train Station Parking Lot (behind the train station by Rt 117).

Bedford residents may drop off unwanted household items that are still in good/working condition, or pick up and repurpose some. Anyone may come take items – free! The TIOLI Shed is a wonderful way to recycle and reuse items, and reduce consumption and waste. 

Volunteers welcome! Sign up and learn more here.