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Our mission is to reduce and manage the solid waste generated within Chittenden County in an environmentally sound, efficient, effective and economical manner.

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  • Heads up: Facility Fee changes take effect July 1 – Please review the details before your next visit.

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(Hazardous waste)

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(Home of Green Mountain Compost)

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Facility Fee Changes

Starting July 1, CSWD will implement a $1 facility fee per visit at all Drop‑Off Centers. We’re also updating Yard Waste pricing to now charge $1 per cubic yard (up to 2 cubic yards). These modest changes help cover…

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  • Recycling andTrash bins on the green belt for collection.
  • Customer recycling electronics at the Drop-Off Center in Williston.
  • A Drop-Off Center Operator helps a customer with trash the Drop-Off Center in South Burlington.