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Recycling Program

Notice:

Waste Management will be collecting recycling through July 31st, 2025.  Waste Management informed us that If you are currently a customer for garbage collection through them, they will continue to collect your recycling.  If you are not a garbage customer of theirs, please reach out to your current carrier for recycling services.   Thank you, Somerset Borough

Recycling Update: If you are a current customer of Pro Disposal, they will be picking up your recyclables on Friday mornings. You do not need to register with them for this service.

RECYCLING EFFECTIVE:  AUGUST 1ST, 2025
  1. When did the recycling program start?
    1. The program started in the early 90’s.
  1. Is this a voluntary program?
    1. This program is mandated by the Department of Environmental Protection and is based upon density population.
  1. Has the Borough paid for these services in the past?
    1. No, the Borough has not paid for these services at any time. Waste Management started a program in 2007 and they collected recycling for all customers at no charge to either the Borough or Resident.
  1. What do I need to do as a resident to maintain the recycling services?
    1. Please contact your current garbage collector and request these services effective August 1, 2025.


Recycling

In September of 1991, the Borough of Somerset began mandatory recycling, as required by act 101 of the Pennsylvania State Legislature. This meant that every residential property and every business in Somerset Borough has needed to separate waste into recyclable and non-recyclable materials.

Here are some suggestions for participating in a recycling program.

Here are a few reduction pointers.