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To operate a solid waste transfer and recycling facility and to promote programs that are viable alternatives to landfilling.
FOR ONLINE STICKER RENEWAL, CLICK HERE
***Please note, as of July 2023, all online sticker sales must be picked up at the Transfer Station when they are open.
HOME COMPOSTING
Home composting is a simple way to make a positive impact on the environment. Among its many benefits, home composting decreases household waste shipped to distant landfills, lowers greenhouse emissions, and finished compost is an excellent nutrient-rich soil amendment for plants and trees in your yard, as it improves with water absorption and reduces the need for pesticides and herbicides.
The Town of Amherst sells deeply discounted Earth Machine® home composting units at the Amherst Transfer Station. The price is $35 for residents with a valid Transfer Station Sticker, and $60 for those without a sticker. Only cash or check is accepted, and residents without stickers may enter the transfer station to purchase composting equipment. 1.9 gallon Sure-Close®countertop kitchen compost collection pails are also available for $5.00 each.
Many excellent home composting resources are available online. Here are some of our favorites to get you started:
Composting_Guide_AVCOG.pdf (newmoa.org)
How To Compost at Home | Ask This Old House - Bing video
TEXTILE RECYCLING
Textiles should never go in your trash unless they are wet, moldy or contaminated with oils or hazardous substances. The following items may be placed in any clothing drop box for a chance at a second life:
Clothing: Tops (t-shirts, blouses, shirts, tank tops), Sweaters, Sweatshirts, Dresses, Outerwear (coats, jackets, blazers), Bottoms (pants, jeans, sweatpants, skirts, shorts), Suits, Socks, Pajamas, Bras & Underwear, Bathrobes
Footwear: Shoes, Heels, Flats & sandals, Boots, Sneakers & cleats, Slippers
Accessories: Hats, Bags (purses, totes, backpacks, duffle bags), Belts & gloves, Ties & scarves
Linens: Sheets & blankets, Comforters, Towels, Curtains, Aprons, Dish cloths, Table linens
Other: Stuffed animals, Halloween costumes, Pet beds & clothing