G. MELLO IS TRANSITIONING TO AN AUTOMATED TRASH PICKUP SYSTEM SIMILAR TO AMESBURY’S CURRENT RECYCLING PICK UP. NEW BROWN TRASH CARTS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO RESIDENTS.
Trash is collected weekly, with the exception of the Downtown Business District.
Only trash in the new G. Mello brown carts will be collected; loose bags and materials will not be picked up.
If you know the truck backs down your street, please place your cart on the right side of the road as you are currently doing with your recycling cart.
Distribution of new trash carts – Citywide
Distribution of the new trash carts will begin July 24th - first week of August.
G. Mello will be responsible for the distribution of the new carts.
Each cart has a number and is assigned to a specific street address.
Trash carts are the property of G. Mello and should not be removed or transferred to another location.
Each household (defined as apartment, condo, or single-family house) will be assigned (1) brown 64-gallon trash cart.
Each multi-family residence with 6 units and under will receive (6) brown 64-gallon trash carts. Multi-family residences larger than 6 units must make arrangements for trash pick-up.
Residents should begin utilizing the new carts immediately.
Additional carts are available for a fee by contacting G. Mello at 978-352-8581.
Residents should try to utilize the 1 cart for a trial period of 4 weeks before reaching out for additional ones.
Initially, there will be no charges for the pick-up of additional G.Mello trash carts. Starting January 1. 2024, that is subject to change.
Distribution of new trash carts – Downtown Central Business District (only)
Businesses (only) needing a second 64-gallon trash cart can receive one at no additional cost. Fees apply to additional carts requested beyond two. Additional carts are available by contacting G. Mello at 978-352-8581
Residents and Business in the Downtown Central Business District (only) that feel a 64-gallon cart is too large, can request a smaller 35-gallon cart in place of the 64-gallon cart. You can request a 35-gallon cart by calling Amesbury DPW at 978-388-8116. 35-gallon carts will be distributed at a later date. Those in the Downtown Central Business District may continue to use their existing barrel or the new 64-gallon cart in the meantime.
For businesses, initially there will be no charges for the pick-up of additional G.Mello trash carts beyond (2) carts. After January 1, 2024, that is subject to change.
Recycling of old trash barrels
G. Mello will be organizing a program for your old trash barrels no longer needed.
Unwanted existing trash barrels will be collected curbside by separate trucks for recycling during regularly scheduled pick up, the last two weeks of August.
Do’s
Keep containers on a hard, level surface clear of snow and other landscaping debris and no more than 6' from edge of curb.
Please allow containers a 3' perimeter of clearance from obstructions such as parked cars, trees, mailboxes, and utility poles.
There must also be a 15' overhead clearance from any low hanging tree branches or power lines, etc.
Trash will no longer be picked up that is not contained in the carts. If you would like to order additional carts for excess trash, please G. Mello at 978-352-8581.
If you have more than one cart placed at the curb, please set them side by side, with at least 3 feet of distance between carts and with handles facing your home as shown below.
Don’ts
Do not place container on its side. Containers must remain upright for collection.
Do not put out trash that is overflowing from the container. Keep all materials inside the containers.
Do not place containers back-to-back.
Do not place containers next to things like your mailbox or utility poles. Keep containers clear of all obstructions.
Please note: G. Mello Disposal Corporation will not pick up solid waste in barrels or bags that have recycling content in them. Please sort recyclables and place in recycling cart.
As part of our solid waste contract, Amesbury is required to pay a tipping fee or a per ton rate for all the trash residents of the City throw away. The City receives a cash rebate for all materials recycled. These changes mean you have a big role in controlling costs.
Please Do Your Part - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Contract Coverage
The contract covers residential units up to 6 per building and businesses in the Central Business District (CBD). We cover the businesses in the downtown due to the limited space available for individual secured dumpsters as required by regulation. If you are not covered by the Municipal contract you may contract with Mello or Waste Management or other contractor you choose for pickups to cover your needs.
The Central Business District is comprised of:
Friend Street - from Main Street to Town Hall
School Street - from Town Hall to the lights at the intersection of Main Street and Sparhawk Street
Main Street - from Institution for Savings to the center of downtown
Market Street - from Provident Bank to Cedar Street
High Street - from Main Street - Lafayette Bowling Alley/Hard Nock Gym, 1 Stop
Pond Street - from Friend Street to Vermette's, 1 Stop
Elm Street - from center of downtown (Main Street ) to Drew's Tire
Amesbury Central Business District - Recycling and Solid Waste Collection Day
Solid waste will be collected on Tuesday and Friday and recycling will be collected on Friday. Items will not be allowed on the street other than these two days each week. Please do not hesitate to contact the Public Works Department if you have any questions, 978-388-8116.
Trash and recycling to be delayed one day, to include a Saturday pickup:
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
July 4th, Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Please note: G. Mello does not take all Massachusetts holidays. Be sure to check the calendar on the Trash and Recycling Flyer (PDF).
Bulk Item Stickers Needed for Pickup (New Procedure)
Due to the switch to fully automated trash collection, the bulk item disposal procedure is changing. A dedicated truck, with staff, with be sent to collect bulk items; similar to the white goods program. Bulk Items will now be a scheduled pick-up, like the White Goods Program. Collection days will be the third Monday of every month beginning in July 2023 and the stickers will be $5.00 each.* There is a limit of three (3) items per household, per pick-up. Bulk items include indoor chairs, sofas, wooden dressers and tables, wood cabinets, toilets, sinks, and rugs. One room of carpeting (approx. 12’ x 12’) cut into 4’ sections, rolled, and tied can be disposed of using one bulk sticker. Metal items and construction material are not allowed.
Curbside White Goods Collection
Amesbury offers curbside white goods collection for Residents that currently have City Curbside Collection through G.Mello. Residents may dispose of appliances such as:
Air conditioners
Dehumidifiers
Dishwashers
Double ovens
Dryers
Freezers
Refrigerators (with door removed)
Stack laundry units
Stove/range
Washers
Water heaters
Other light iron goods curbside with the purchase of a white goods collection sticker
Stickers may be purchased through the Department of Public Works and will cost $30 for items with Freon (e.g.: air conditioners, refrigerators, dehumidifiers, etc.) and $20 for all other white goods. Collection will occur every other month. Items without a white goods sticker will not be collected.
White goods do not include: gas tanks, propane or freon tanks, 55-gallon drums or ammunition. Please remember to remove refrigerator and stove doors prior to placing them curbside.
Caution: Do not damage refrigerant tubing or release freon into the air. Damaged items will not be taken.
To Purchase White Goods and Bulk Item Stickers In Person
Stickers canbe purchased at the DPW Office (39 South Hunt Road) Monday – Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm.
Bulk Stickers MUST BE purchased by the second Monday of each month to be included in that month's collection list. Stickers purchased after that will be added to the following month's collection list. A maximum of three (3) bulk stickers can be purchased in one transaction and a maximum of three (3) items can be put out for collection.
White Goods Stickers MUST BE purchased by the last Friday of the month prior to the collection date. A maximum of four (4) stickers can be purchased in one transaction and a maximum of four (4) items can be put out for collection.
We cannot accept credit/debit card payments - cash or personal check only, please.
Bulk stickers are no longer available at the Treasurer's Office.
*Fees are subject to change.
To Purchase White Goods and Bulk Item Stickers Online
Bulk Item and White Goods stickers are now available online. Once purchased online, stickers will be mailed to residents.
Bulk Stickers MUST BE purchased by the second Monday of each month to be included in that month's collection list. Stickers purchased after that will be added to the following month's collection list. A maximum of three (3) bulk stickers can be purchased in one transaction and a maximum of three (3) items can be put out for collection.
White Goods Stickers MUST BE purchased by the last Friday of the month prior to the collection date. A maximum of four (4) stickers can be purchased in one transaction and a maximum of four (4) items can be put out for collection.
The City's Compost Facility is also open from April 6 to December 3, 2023 for yard waste disposal. A Compost Sticker is required to use the Facility. For more information about hours of operation or purchasing a sticker, view the Compost Facility page or contact the Department of Public Works.
Curbside Bagged Leaf Collection
Fall 2023 Dates: Saturday, October 28 and Saturday, November 11
Spring 2024 Dates: Saturday, April 20 and Saturday, May 4
Place ONLY leaves and grass clippings in brown leaf bags or loose in a marked barrel. Bags must be at the curb by 6:30am.
Tree Disposal
Please be aware that Christmas Tree collection has changed!
Christmas trees will be picked up during the first 2 weeks of January. Please place the bare tree (free of ornaments, lights, bulbs, and sharp objects) on the curb January 2nd or January 8th to be collected
Trees must be out by 6:30 am. Please be sure that the trees are not stuck to ice or snow on the morning of pick up or they will not be taken by the disposal company. Thank you for your cooperation.
Construction Material
Construction Material can not be picked up curbside. This includes residential and commercial dumpsters. Options for disposal of construction material are:
Deliver material to G. Mello Transfer Station in Georgetown, Massachusetts. Fee applies. Phone: 978-352-9948
Require your contractor to dispose of these materials as part of the work being done.
Hire a private disposal contractor, many are listed in the local yellow pages.
Contact a local salvage/scrap metal company.
G. Mello has dumpsters to rent for construction material, move-outs, etc. Phone: 978-352-8581
Purchase a WM Bagster Dumpster from Lowe's Home Improvement or Home Depot. On-site waste removal solution. Fill the bag with up to 3,300 pounds of debris or waste then schedule a pick-up with Waste Management. Phone: 877-789-2247
