The Borough of Bath has a Single Hauler Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2010-615) whereby the Borough contracts with one private hauler to provide trash collection services. J.P. Mascaro is currently the Borough’s designated trash hauler. Bills are sent out in February.
With the current 3-year contract commencing in 2023, please be advised that recycling will not be collected weekly. You may opt for a recycling hauler of your choosing or transport to a nearby collection facility.
NEW TRASH BILLING RATES FOR 2023 – PER UNIT BASIS:
- Paid on or BEFORE May 31, 2024 $450.00
- Paid AFTER May 31, 2024 $495.00 (10% Penalty Assessed)
NEW for 2024!
Setup an online Sanitation Account! Residents can now pay their sanitation bills online by clicking the button below. Setup an account by entering an email address and your sanitation account number.
If you have an online account, you will be able to pay your sanitation bill over time! Just remember to pay the face amount ($450.00) by or before May 31, 2024, to avoid a penalty fee. Credit or Debit cards accepted. Online e-checks are also acceptable. Surcharge of 2.5% applies. (Example: $450 x 0.025 = $11.25 + $450 = $461.25).
IMPORTANT: First Northern Bank will not be accepting Sanitation Bill Payments. You can make your payment online or at the Borough Office during normal business hours. You will not be able to take advantage of paying your sanitation bill over time without setting up an online account. If you do not have a computer, the Borough has an online workspace available to the public located in the foyer of the municipal building.
If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please contact the borough office (610) 837-6525. Or write into the Borough via website/social media pages.
2023-2025 Trash Collection Hauler
2024 Waste Hauling Schedule
Cart System
What’s a cart?– refers to a plastic container (64 – 96 gallon, equipped with wheels, handles and a tight-fitting, non-detachable cover. Carts shall be capable of curbside Municipal Solid Waste and Recycling collection. Carts for Recycling collections shall be clearly marked for the collection and storage of Recyclables. Cart weight, when full, shall not exceed manufacturer’s weight maximum.
If you have a 64 or 96 gallon cart already, you can pair them up as long as you do not exceed collection limitations. If you desire to use your own personal cart for recyclables, please contact Advanced Disposal for a “Recyclables” sticker than can be affixed to your cart.* There may be a charge for the sticker. Call ahead and check with Advanced Disposal.
*If a recycling option is an available contract service. As of January 1, 2023, the Borough has not opted for recycling services.
Waste & Recycling Containers
What’s an Acceptable Trash Container?– refers to a metal or plastic receptacle can with a capacity of 20-30 gallons, or Cart, for the collection and storage of Municipal Solid Waste. Bags may be used as an Acceptable Trash Container provided, when filled, said bag shall weigh no more than thirty-five (35) pounds. If using bags, please be sure they are tied off and don’t have punctures or holes.
IF RECYCLING IS AVAILABLE: What’s an Acceptable Recycling Container?– refers to the Borough of Bath 32-gallon, green, cylindrical, plastic container, or Cart, clearly marked for the collection and storage of Recyclables.
Volume Collection Services
Collection of up to fifteen (15) water-tight plastic bags no larger than thirty-five (35) gallons to be collected only when properly tagged with Borough tags and no more than one time per calendar year, per Residential Dwelling Unit. Additional charges may apply.
One (1) Bulk Item each week on the regularly scheduled collection day is permissible.
White/Metal Goods Collection
Twice a year (spring and fall) curbside collection of White/Metal Goods on regularly scheduled collection dates. Resident is responsible for obtaining a licensed contractor for the removal of Freon before placing item curbside. If not tagged, item will not be collected.
