Refuse and Recycling Collection Schedule Changes in Waterbury

The Waterbury Times|Published Jan 18, 2026

Last Updated- Feb 27, 2026

WATERBURY, CT — Feb. 27, 2026 — The City of Waterbury announced that the Mark Lane Transfer Facility will return to its seasonal operating schedule beginning Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Under the seasonal schedule, the facility will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and closed on Sundays and Mondays. Residents are reminded that all vehicles must be on the scale no later than 2:30 p.m..

Residents with questions or seeking additional information can contact the Mark Lane Transfer Facility at (203) 756-7365or the Bureau of Refuse at (203) 574-6857.

WATERBURY, CT — In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 19, 2026, the City of Waterbury Department of Public Works has announced changes to the city’s refuse and recycling collection schedule.

Collection Schedule Changes

  • No refuse or recycling collection on Monday, January 19
  • Monday collections → Tuesday, January 20
  • Tuesday collections → Wednesday, January 21
  • Thursday and Friday collections remain on their regular schedule

Transfer Facility Closure

  • The Mark Lane Transfer Facility will be closed on Monday, January 19
  • The facility will reopen Tuesday, January 20 at 7:00 a.m.

Residents with questions regarding collection services may contact the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Refuse, at (203) 574-6857.

The City of Waterbury thanks residents for their patience and cooperation.

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