How We Make CompostÂ
Science, systems, and a whole lot of microbial magic! We make our compost using a process known as static aerated pile composting using local…
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Reduce & Reuse
Compared to creating products or packaging from virgin resources, recycling conserves resources, saves energy, and reduces pollution. Two other options, however, are even better…
Jumping Worms: What You Can Do
The Problem: Jumping Worms (a.k.a. Snake Worms, Crazy Worms) rapidly consume plants and leaves, taking away nutrients and soil-securing roots, and leave behind loose…
Let’s Scrap Food Waste
Vermont State law (Act 148) bans all food from the landfill and your trash.Here are your options for how to meet this requirement and…
Invasive, Noxious, and Diseased Plants
Handle the following with care … then bring them to us for composting! The blossoms of wild parsnip or giant hogweed may add beauty…
Business Solid Waste Management Requirements
Under State law and the CSWD Solid Waste Management Ordinance, all businesses in Chittenden County must meet the following requirements: Manage materials banned from landfills Applies to:…
Act 148: Universal Recycling Law
In 2012, the Vermont Legislature unanimously passed Act 148, a universal recycling and composting law that offers Vermonters a new set of systems and tools…
Request exemption from recycling service
Applies to any business that does not contract for recycling service through their trash hauler.
Request for Proposals or Bids
RFB No. 20250414 Front End Loader Purchase The Chittenden Solid Waste District (District) is hereby requesting the submission of bids for thepurchase of one…
Unit-Based Pricing Form
Vermont law requires haulers to charge residents per unit of trash (weight, volume, or other) produced. The intent is to incentivize diversion of materials away from the landfill and into options that recover resources.
Commercial Materials Reporting
Any business that ships or markets more than two tons of Trash, Blue-Bin Recycling, and/or Organics to a facility not licensed by CSWD must report this information to us annually to help us track solid waste generation and recovery in Chittenden County.
MRF Quality Control Policy
Learn more about the policies and procedures required for quality control at the CSWD Materials Recycling Facility.
Food Donations
Below is a list of organizations, databases, and locations in Chittenden County that offer resources, volunteer opportunities, quality food, and/or prepared meals for those…
CSWD Audit Report 2023
CSWD Audit Report 2022
CSWD Audit Report June 30, 2021 and 2020
Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
CSWD follows a fiscal year from July 1 to June 30. FY25 Budget Files
CSWD Organics Contamination Policy Rates
Organics Recycling Facility Contamination Rates 10/23/2024
CSWD Organics Contamination Policy
Read the full text of our Ordinance, the governing document that regulates solid waste in our District, which encompasses all of Chittenden County.
CSWD Solid Waste Management Ordinance
Read the full text of our Ordinance, the governing document that regulates solid waste in our District, which encompasses all of Chittenden County.
CSWD Solid Waste Implementation Plan (2019)
CSWD FY20 Annual Report
CSWD FY21 Annual Report
CSWD FY24 Annual Report
CSWD FY23 Annual Report
CSWD FY22 Annual Report
CSWD Charter
CSWD Full Board Meeting (September 2024)
CSWD Full Board Meeting (August 2024)
CSWD Drop-Off Center Fees & Hours
This double-sided info sheet is designed to be hung on a fridge door for easy comprehension of fees and hours. Dimensions: 3.625″x8.5″ Request a…