2017 TOWN OF BABYLON RECYCLING CALENDAR

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2017 Town of BaBylon Recycling calendaR

IMPORTANT REMINDERS FROM THE TOWN OF BABYLON: - To report a concern, dial 311- To contact a specific Department, call (631) 957-3000- Like the Town of Babylon on Facebook for Town news and events

Visit www.enconbabylon.com for all updates, questions and information about recycling and garbage pickup.


A Message from Supervisor Rich Schaffer

Babylon Town Board2017

What’s Inside

Councilman, Deputy SupervisorAntonio Martinez

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CouncilmanLindsay P. Henry

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Corinne DiSommaReceiver of Taxes

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Carol QuirkTown Clerk957-4293

CouncilwomanJacqueline A. Gordon

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Dear Resident:

On behalf of my colleagues on the Town Board, I would like to wish you a Happy New Year and thank you for doing your part to help Babylon maintain our fantastic reputation as an environmental leader on Long Island.

This calendar has everything that you need to know about garbage, yard waste and recyclable pickup. See the months of March and July for complete pickup information. Make sure to take advantage of our S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) Days on April 8th and October 14th so that household hazardous wastes are safely disposed of. For more information about S.T.O.P. Days, please see the month of April.

As you know, new regulations from New York State were put into place last year regarding electronic waste (e-waste). Please review the top of the March page for information about how to now properly dispose of your e-waste.

Inside you will also find important information about Town of Babylon services and programs, as well as exciting news from our community. Make sure to take a look and see what is available to you as a resident.

I thank you for doing your part to help protect Babylon’s environment. Have a great 2017!

Sincerely,

CouncilmanTom Donnelly

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JanuaryTax Information/Skating Rink

FebruaryBlack History Month/

Yard Waste InformationMarch

Recycling InformationApril

S.T.O.P. Day Information/Town Clerk

MayParks & Recreation News

JuneHistory Museum/B.A.A.R.C./

Wounded Warrior Soldier RideJuly

General Collection InformationAugust

Beautification Program

SeptemberPublic Safety

OctoberHispanic Heritage Celebration/

Surf Fishing CupNovember

Babylon Veterans/Run for Warriors

DecemberHappy Holidays


Your RoadsDedicated roads in the unincorporated hamlets of the Town of Babylon are maintained by the Department of Public Works (DPW). For assistance with Town roads, please call 311. There are also several state and county roads within the Town of Babylon. If you experience problems with state or county roads, you may contact the proper authority for assistance.

The following roads are State roads:Deer Park Avenue -

(north of Southern State Parkway)Conklin Avenue -

(from Route 110 to Nassau County)Sunrise Highway Montauk HighwayRoute 109 Route 110Route 231

Please contact N.Y. S. Department of Transportation at 420-4270

for assistance with these roads.

The following are Suffolk County roads:Great Neck Road Oak StreetWellwood Avenue Straight PathBay Shore Road Commack Road

Deer Park Avenue -(south of Southern State Parkway)

Please contact Suffolk County Department of Public Works

at 852-4010 for assistance with these roads.

The Town of Babylon will hold a free Spring Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 8th, rain or shine, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Residential Recycling Center located on Field Street in West Babylon.

The Fall Cleanup Day will be held on Saturday, October 14th, rain or shine, from 8:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Residential Recycling Center.

Spring and Fall Cleanup Days are also designated S.T.O.P. Collection Days from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. See the month of April for more information about the S.T.O.P. Program.

For the Spring and Fall cleanup days, residents are permitted unlimited free trips with an automobile and one free trip with pickups, vans or trailers (4 feet by 8 feet). These cleanup days are free of charge. Any vehicle larger than a van or pickup truck will not be permitted. No commercial waste is accepted.

Acceptable items include furniture, white goods (such as stoves and dishwashers) and wood products such as fencing, paneling and brush. Unacceptable items include car and boat parts, or demolition debris. Wood items must be cut into 4 foot lengths.

For information on the type of items that will be accepted at the Residential Recycling Center, call 249-9346 or 249-9347.

Please assist the Town in the clearing of snow and ice from your street by removing all vehicles from the curb prior to the start of any snowstorm.

2017 Town Board Meeting Schedule

Spring and Fall Cleanup Daysand S.T.O.P. Collection Days

All meetings on Wednesdays unless noted.

January 4th 3:30 PM March 1st 3:30 PM April 26th 7:00 PM August 9th 10:00 AM November 9th** 3:30 PMJanuary 18th 3:30 PM March 15th 3:30 PM May 17th 3:30 PM September 6th 3:30 PM November 22nd 3:30 PMFebruary 1st 3:30 PM March 29th 3:30 PM June 14th 3:30 PM September 27th 7:00 PM December 6th 3:30 PMFebruary 15th 3:30 PM April 12th 3:30 PM July 12th 10:00 AM October 18th 3:30 PM December 20th 3:30 PM

** Thursday meeting


There are special requirements for all exemptions. Please call the Department of Assessment at 957-3014 for details.

Senior Citizen Exemption:For town, county and school taxesAnnual income not to exceed $37,400 total gross for 201665 years of age or older by 12/31/17

STAR:For school taxesResidents who own and live in their own homeAnnual Income not to exceed $500,000 adjusted gross for 2015

Enhanced STAR:For school taxes Annual income not to exceed $86,000 adjusted grossfor 201565 years of age or older by 12/31/17

Other Exemptions:Veterans FirefightersDisabled Gold Star ParentsFirst Time Homebuyer Capital Improvements

Tax Receiver Corinne DiSomma assists a taxpayer with information on her tax bill.

Tax Exemption Information FromCorinne DiSomma, Receiver of Taxes


Where do your real property tax dollars go?

Save Time - Pay Online: Corinne DiSomma, Receiver of Taxes, would like to remind Town residents that they can pay their property taxes online via MuniTrax by visiting http://babylonny.munitrax.com. This service allows residents to pay their taxes online in an efficient and safe manner. MuniTrax accepts e-checks and all major credit cards. For detailed, step-by-step instructions for paying your taxes online, visit www.townofbabylon.com.

New This Season: The RINX at Wyandanch Village!

Come down for a skate around the brand new ice rink in Wyandanch Village! From December through March, public skating, lessons, and party opportunities are available to all. For more information, visit www.therinx.com/wyandanch-village.

Rich SchafferSupervisor

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The Yard Waste schedule has been changed to increase efficiency and improve safety. Yard Waste will be picked up by Zone - see the top of the February Page to locate your Yard Waste Zone (YWZ).

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January 2017During the holiday weeks of January 2nd and16th (as indicated by the shaded area), garbage pickup follows the same schedule changes. On Jan. 5th or 6th, and 19th or 20th, your newspapers will be picked up on the same day as your scheduled garbage pickup.They are picked up by another truck and kept separate.

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REMINDER: Please do not place E-waste & electronics curbside. with your regular garbage or recyclables. Residents can return the item to the place of purchase, drop it off at the Recycling Center, or call 491-3200 to schedule an appointment for a pick-up. (See top of March for more information.

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For all garbage-related questions and complaints, please visit enconbabylon.com

Reminder from Tax Receiver Corinne DiSomma: 1st half property taxes due January

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Yard Waste will NOT be picked up on Jan 2 or Jan 16 - normal pickup will resume on your next scheduled day.


The Town of Babylon held the 28th annual Black History Month Celebration “Hallowed Ground” at Amityville Memorial High School on Saturday, February 20th, 2016. Local honorees were recognized at the ceremony for their service to the community and guests were treated to live performances and entertainment. A keynote address was delivered by Suffolk County District Court Judge Derrick Robinson as well. Visit the Town of Babylon website for information on this year’s celebration.

Honorees (right, seated) included Regina Arvon, Rosemarie Dearing, Richelieu Dennis, DuWayne Gregory, Darlene Jackson, Nathan Jackson, and Gina Talbert.

Black History Month in Babylon

In order to increase efficiency and improve safety yard waste is collected according to Yard Waste Zones (YWZ). Please keep yard waste separated from regular garbage. Yard Waste Zones are broken down by region. If your home is located . . .

- South of Montauk Highway - Monday pickup - Between Montauk Highway and Sunrise Highway - Tuesday pickup - Between Sunrise Highway and Southern State Parkway - Wednesday pickup - Between Southern State Parkway and Long Island Avenue - Thursday pickup - North of Long Island Avenue or North of LIRR Tracks - Friday pickup

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The Yard Waste schedule has been changed to increase efficiency and improve safety. Yard Waste will be picked up according to the Yard Waste Zone (YWZ) in which your home is located. See the above map to locate your zone.

Yard Waste will not be picked up on holidays.

Please call 491-3200 with any questions.

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PLEASE NOTE: Although Town Hall is closed on Monday, February 13th and Monday, February 20th, they remain REGULAR PICKUP DAYS.

YARD WASTE NOTICE

For information on Yard Waste Pick-up, see top of

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Recycling infoRmaTionWhite Goods

ENCON will pick up white goods on Wednesdays; however, you must call ahead to reserve pickup. Contact ENCON at 491-3200, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a representative will give you the date your white goods will be picked up. You need to call by Friday for pickup the next Wednesday. Please put the item at the curb in front of your house. For safety’s sake, please remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers.

White Goods Are:Residential Refrigerators Washers and DryersDishwashers Stoves/MicrowavesWater Heaters Air Conditioners (nocentral units)Bathtubs (not cast iron)

Yard WasteYard waste is collected separately from garbage by Yard Waste Zone (YWZ) 12 months of the year. Visit www.enconbabylon.com or call 491-3200 to find out your YWZ.See the top of February for a map. • Yard waste cannot be mixed with garbage.• Do not use cardboard boxes for yard waste.• Only 10 yard waste items may be put out per week• Bags of grass and leaves must be under 50 lbs.• Disposal regulations for tree debris (tree branches less than 4” in diameter) require that trimmings must be bundled, securely tied, under 4 feet long and under 50 lbs. • If collected on the same day, Please make sure to separate yard waste from regular garbage by placing yard waste on one side of your driveway and regular garbage on the other side. • Dirt, sod and rocks cannot be collected.

Residential Recycling CenterThe Residential Recycling Center, located on Field Street off Edison Avenue in West Babylon, is open for drop-off of recyclable materials weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. If you have any questions concerning the Residential Recycling Center, please call 249-9346 or 249-9347.

Acceptable Items for drop-off at the Residential Recycling Center

Plastics/Glass Junk Mail

Waste Oil Oil filters

Car Batteries Metal/Aluminum Cans

Computer paper Polystyrene

Telephone books Newspapers

Rocks Cardboard

Bricks Concrete (Small pieces) Household Batteries

4 tires with or without rims

E-Waste/Electronics* Propane Tanks

Bicycles (for Adopt-A-Bike program) Used clothing

Glass/Cans/Plastic PickupWhen this symbol appears on your Recycling Calendar,

ENCON will pick up glass, metal cans and plastics from your curbside in your blue recycling bin or clear plastic bags. ENCON cannot collect recycling material from any other type of receptacle.

Aluminum & Metal Cans: Please rinse cans. The labels may remain in place.

Glass Jars and Bottles: Please rinse jars and bottles. Labels may be left on. Remove caps, lids and wire rings. Do not break glass or put plate glass, drinking glasses, light bulbs or window panes in the bin.

Plastic Bottles: Please rinse plastic bottles and remove caps and pumps. To fit more containers in your recycling bin, flatten them.

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Cardboard Box PickupWhen this symbol appears on your Recy-cling Calendar, ENCON will pick up properly wrapped newspapers from your curbside.

Wrap newspapers in twine or put them into paper bags. Do not use plastic bags for holding newspapers. Magazines, junk mail, cardboard boxes and telephone books will be picked up along with newspapers. These items should be bundled and tied. Please put out newspa-pers regardless of the weather. Do not use recycling can or garbage pails to put your newspapers out.

Metal DesksMetal Cabinets CompactorsMetal Dehumidifiers Cut Up Oil TanksAluminum Sheds (Bundled, tied, under 4’ and 50 lbs. or less)

PLEASE NOTE: Yard waste will not be picked up on holidays and will be picked up the next week

on your scheduled day.

Excessive amounts of material could result in fines and cleanup costs. Put ONLY the material to be collected at the curb. DO NOT put material out prior to 1:00 P.M. the day before the specific collection.

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E-Waste/ElectronicsDue to new regulations by New York State, e-waste and electronics will no longer be collected at curbside. This includes but is not limited to:

Computers and accessories TelevisionsCathode ray tubes VCRs/DVD playersPersonal music players Tablets

To properly dispose of e-waste, residents may either re-turn the item to the place of purchase, drop them off at the Residential Recycling Center (see above and back cover) or call 491-3200 to schedule a pickup. Residents may also utilize reimbersment programs offered by companies such as Amazon and Gazelle.

Visit www.enconbabylon.com for all updates, questions and information about your recycling and garbage pickup.





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You can protect our drinking water by disposing of used motor oil and gasoline properly. If you have used motor oil or oil filters, you may dispose of them by bringing them to your local service station, auto parts store, or the Residential Recycling Center on Field Street in West Babylon. For more information, please call 249-9346.

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You may have noticed some numbers in shaded circles on the recycling calendar. The circled numbers correspond to Sweep Zones in the Town’s Street Sweeping Program. The Town’s Street Sweeping Program will commence in April. Before the program begins you will receive written

notification in the mail indicating what sweep zone you live in.This year, each zone will be swept four times between the months of April and October. In the event of inclement weather, Fridays during the months of April through October (excluding July) will be used for makeup days.Please remember to remove obstacles from the street on your scheduled sweeping days. Make sure to move automobiles, basketball hoops and other obstacles from the curb line so that our sweepers can be as thorough as possible.

Street Sweeping Program Information

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S.T.O.P. Stop Throwing Out Pollutants

The Town of Babylon is holding a Stop Throwing Out Pollutants (S.T.O.P.) collection day along with the Spring and Fall Cleanup Days. This program al-lows residents to bring household hazardous wastes to the Town of Babylon Residential Recycling Center for safe disposal. Participation in this program is vital to insure safe drinking water and a healthier environment for the future. Please label all material.

The Town of Babylon is holding Stop Throwing Out Pollutants (S.T.O.P.) collection days along with the Spring and Fall Cleanup Days. This program allows residents to bring household hazardous wastes to the Town of Babylon Residential Recycling Center for safe disposal. Participation in this program is vital to insure safe drinking water and a healthier environment for the future. Please label all material.

The following are examples of household hazardous wastes accepted by the Town:• Acids • Aerosol cans • Antifreeze • Automotive fluids/care products • Bug and rodent killers • Cleaning products • Driveway sealer • Fluorescent bulbs • Freon canisters • Full propane cylinders • Gasoline • Granular fertilizer containing insecticide • Household batteries • Latex and oil paints and stains • Liquid chlorine • Mercury containing products • Pesticides/insecticides • Powdered chlorine • Thinners and reducers.

Saturday, April 8, 2017Saturday, October 14, 2017

8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

S.T.O.P. Collection DaysTown of Babylon

Residential Recycling Center57 Field Street

West Babylon, N.Y. 11704Proof of residency is required.

The Town Clerk’s Office is Here to Help!

Town Clerk Carol Quirk and her staff are here to help our residents with important town documents and applications. Marriage licenses, hunting and fishing licenses, dog licenses, garage sale permits, block party permits, and senior ID cards are all issued in the Town Clerk’s Office. For hours and additional information, please call (631) 957-4293.

The following products will not be accepted under the S.T.O.P. Program:• Asbestos • Smoke detectors • Radioactive waste • Medical waste • Ammunition • Explosives • Construction and demolition debris • Unsorted solid waste • Non-hazardous recyclable materials • Unlabeled materials.

For further information or questions regarding acceptable or unacceptable household waste materials, please call the Town of Babylon Residential Recycling Center at (631) 249-9347. For information on proper disposal of the unacceptable items, please contact the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation at (631) 444-0240.

** Automobile batteries, empty propane tanks, and used motor oil may be brought to the Town of Babylon Recycling Center during normal business hours.

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Parks and Recreation News Deputy Supervisor Tony MartinezChairman, Parks and Recreation Committee

Mark Your Calendars!

Parks News and Updates


2017 Town of Babylon Summer Concert Series

Join the Town of Babylon for the 2017 Summer Concert Series! In the past, we have hosted popular acts like Marshall Tucker, BonJourney, Doo Wop Project, and Jessie’s Girl. As always, admission to all summer con-certs is free, and we will be hosting a wide variety of per-formers so be sure to check out our lineup on our website or in our 2017 Parks Directory.

Saturday, April 8th - Eggstravaganza

Wednesday, May 10th - Recreation Passes on sale at Phelps Lane at 10:00 AM.

Saturday, June 24th - Beaches and pools officially open full time.

Saturday, August 19th - Beach Blast at Overlook Beach.

Saturday, September 30th - Fall Festival

Friday, December 1st - Tree Lighting at Town Hall

For more information on these events, please call (631) 893-2100.

The Town of Babylon continues to invest in our parks, including the recent installation of two new state-of-the-art playgrounds with safety surfacing at Birchwood and Geiger Parks. In the upcoming year, we will continue investing in more projects that make our Town the great community that it is. For the latest news about Parks and Recreation, be sure to visit www.townofbabylon.com and click on “Parks & Recreation” at the top of the home page.





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During the holiday week of May 29th (as indicated by shaded area) garbage pickup follows the same schedule changes. On June 1st or 2nd, your bottles and cans will be picked up on the same day as your scheduled garbage pickup. They are picked up by another truck and kept separate.

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www.townofbabylon.com Like us on Facebook for Town news and events

Last July, thousands of bicyclists braved the heat and made their way through the Town of Babylon to raise money for injured servicemembers as part of the Wounded Warrior Soldier Ride. The 25 mile ride starts at Town Hall in Lindenhurst and winds through the Town, crossing Robert Moses State Bridge and ending at Overlook Beach. Last year’s ride proved to be a great success, raising over $75,000 for our wounded servicemen and women.

Step into the past at the Town of Babylon History Museum, located in Old Town Hall on Main Street in Babylon Village. The history museum displays revolving exhibits that feature different aspects of Town history. The museum also includes interactive displays that enable residents to view historical photographs and features. The Town has also created a permanent exhibit by reconstructing the original jail cells in the basement of Old Town Hall that were once used by the former Babylon Police Department. For hours and information, check the Town of Babylon website or call (631) 587-3750.

Learn About Your Town’s History

Calling all animal lovers! Looking to add a lovable member to the family? The Town of Babylon and Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez invite you to visit the Town of Babylon Animal Adoption and Rescue Center (B.A.A.R.C.). For center hours of operation and information regarding pet adoption, call (631) 643-9270. Adopt an animal from our Animal Adoption and Rescue Center and make a pet happy today.

Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez Encourages Residents to AdoptB.A.A.R.C

Soldier Ride Raises Thousands for Veterans Donate to the Town Food Pantry

The Town of Babylon Food Pantry is in need of donations! Drop off a non-perishable food item to any of the below locations:

Dept. of Human Services1 Commerce Blvd., Amityville, NY 11701

Town Council Office200 East Sunrise Hwy., Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Old Town Hall47 West Main St. - Suite 3 Babylon NY 11702





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June 2017All town beaches and pool facilities open full time for the summer season on June 24th. A Residential Recreational Permit can be purchased at the Parks Department in Phelps Lane Park, Tanner Park in Copiague or at the Cedar Beach Marina. For more information, please call the Town of Babylon's Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs at 893-2100. Rec passes are on sale at Phelps Lane starting on Wednesday, May 10th at 10AM.

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General Collection InformationThese requirements are established to ensure the cleanliness of our neighborhoods and the safety of our residents and workers. Please read these guidelines

carefully to alleviate confusion. If you have any questions, call 491-3200 BEFORE you put the material at the curb.

Helpful Phone NumbersIf you have a question about recycling, call the Sanitation Department at 422-7694If you have a question about a dumping affidavit or the Residential Recycling Center, call 249-9346

If you have a question about an unusual garbage item or a complaint, call ENCON at 491-3200 or e-mail them on www.enconbabylon.com.

Limited Construction DebrisENCON will pick up debris - up to two items - on your Thursday or Friday garbage day. Place items at the curb the night before pickup and please follow these instructions:

Building material from major renovations cannot be taken.Wallpaper, tile, plaster, etc. must be in a container and

weigh less than 50 lbs. Lumber and small diameter pipe must be securely tied

in bundles not more than 4 feet in length and less than 50 lbs and cannot be over the top of the pail.Paneling and sheet rock must be in a container or securely

tied in bundles no larger than 2 feet x 4 feet and less than 50 lbs. Please remove nails from boards to avoid injury. Put glass in a garbage can or securely wrapped in

cardboard, marked “glass”. Do not put broken glass in cardboard boxes, plastic bags or blue recycling can.4X4 Railroad Ties will be accepted if they are under 2

feet in length and securely tied in bundles less than 50 lbs.Sawdust will be accepted if it is in a securely tied plastic

bag weighing less than 50 lbs.

Pickup InformationThe night before, put items at the curb, within one

foot from the street in front of your home Do not store material at the curb. Only put out

material that will be collected that day (garbage on garbage days, yard waste on yard waste days).

Use only standard 33 gallon pails with molded handles and no tie-down straps. No material can be above the top of the can.

Multi-family homes should put all material at one spot per house.

Do not mix garbage with yard waste or building material.

Separate garbage bags from bags containing yard waste.

Keep all garbage cans, bags and bundles under 50 lbs.

Do not use the blue recycling can for garbage or newspapers.

Your material can only be collected from in front of your house.

Make sure your garbage cans are clear of any parked vehicles. Make sure your materials are not placed at the side of any vehicle.

If your yard waste is picked up on the same day as your regular garbage, please separate at the curb.

Furniture (Bulk Items)One item of furniture will be taken with each garbage pickup. Furniture is: a couch, a mattress and box spring, a dresser, one room-size rug (rolled and tied, cut into sections 4’ in length and under 50 lbs.) Make sure that garbage and furniture are at the same location. Remember, only one item per garbage pickup.

Unacceptable ItemsENCON cannot pick up the following items:

Propane Tanks (You may drop off empty 20 lb. propane tanks only at the Residential Recycling Center. Other size tanks can be returned to dealer.)GasolineMedical Waste (needles)Toxic MaterialAuto & Boat PartsCast Iron MaterialsCar BatteriesAmmunitionFireworks55-gallon DrumsConcrete, bricks, stoneAny commercially generated wasteAll Pool Chemicals

Some items can be brought to the Residential Recycling Center. If you need to dispose of any item and are not sure how, please call the Residential Recycling Center at 249-9346 or call the Sanitation Department at 422-7694.

Miscellaneous InformationIf cardboard boxes contain garbage, they must be tied securely with rope.

When disposing of barbecue or fireplace ash, be sure it is cold before putting it in a plastic bag and tying it securely for pick up.

Latex (water-based) paint can be disposed of in your regular garbage. Open the can to let the paint dry and put it in a securely tied plastic bag.Oil-based paint needs to be sealed and double bagged.

One passenger vehicle type tire with or without a rim will be picked up on the second pickup day or can be brought to the Residential Recycling Center. The Residential Recycling Center will accept up to 4 tires with or without rims.






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Town of Babylon Beautification ProgramCouncilwoman Jackie Gordon, Chairperson

New Spots Around Town Adopted, Cleaned Up

For the past several years, dedicated and community-minded students from Western Suffolk BOCES have participated in the Town’s Beautification Program. The students adopted the main entrance to Tanner Park in Copiague as well as the flower beds that adorn the front of the Tanner Park Senior Citizens Center, where they maintain and beautify the sites. Each May and October, the students conduct an extensive beautification effort that includes weeding, cleaning up the flower beds and planting colorful seasonal annuals and perennials for all residents to enjoy.

Councilwoman Gordon is pictured below with several of her students from Western Suffolk BOCES, following a beautification effort at the entrance of Tanner Park.


Wilson Tech Students Beautify Tanner Park

Entrance

The Town of Babylon Beautification Program continues to keep our community clean and beautiful, and with the help of various local civic organizations, several new locations in the Town have been “adopted” for cleanup and beautification purposes. These included the “North Babylon Welcomes You” sites at the corner of Hubbards Path and Belmont Avenue (above) and the corner of Sylvan Avenue and Deer Park Avenue (below, left). In addition, the local chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority adopted Wyandanch Park and conducted a beautification effort that included a cleanup and the planting of numerous colorful mums adorning the “Welcome to Wyandanch Park” sign housed in a large wall stone planter (below).

For more information about the Town’s Beautification Program, visit www.townofbabylon.com.





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Please join the Town of Babylon at the 20th Annual Beach Blast and Fireworks E x t r a v a g a n z a o n August 19th, presented by Long Island's Bay Fireworks. The display begins at dusk and can be viewed from Cedar and Overlook Beaches, Ocean Pkwy., Babylon.

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Beacon Family Wellness Center

Code Enforcement & Citizen Services

The Town of Babylon Beacon Family Wellness Center provides comprehensive, affordable, and accessible chemical dependency treatment services to residents. We are committed to fighting the opioid epidemic in our community by supporting our residents and their families in their recovery process through information and referral, education, counseling, and interaction with other agencies. Services of this agency include:

- Individual Counseling - Family Therapy - Group Counseling - Community Education - Women’s Treatment - Substance Abuse Educational Services

For more information about the Beacon Family Wellness Center, please visit www.townofbabylon.com or call our Division of Drug & Alcohol services at 631-422-7676.

Our Department of Public Safety is responsible for the security of all Town property and facilities. Our staff consists of:- Public Safety Officers- Marine Patrol- Park Rangers- Fire Marshals We operate 24/7 and respond to all complaints from Town of Babylon residents.

631-422-7676

631-422-7600

The Town of Babylon Division of Code Enforcement is responsible for inspecting buildings and homes throughout the Town in order to maintain a high quality of life for our residents and protect property values. Code Enforcement officials may issue summonses for violations of the Town Code. For any complaints related to building upkeep, please call 631-957-7474.

631-957-7474

Town of Babylon Public Safety

Public Safety

Councilman Tom DonnellyChairman, Public Safety

631-957-3081





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September 2017


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Become a Volunteer Firefighter!

In an emergency dial 911 or 226-1212

Last October, the Town of Babylon held the 18th Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival at Lindenhurst Middle School. At the event, the Town paid special recognition to outstanding members of Long Island’s hispanic community, while those in attendance enjoyed live performances and music. Also featured at the event were local vendors and cultural displays. For information on this year’s event, please visit www.townofbabylon.com.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Amityville Village residents call 264-0400East Farmingdale residents call 249-0047

Councilman Lindsay Henry to Host Annual Surf Fishing Tournament in the TownCouncilman Lindsay Henry, in partnership with The Paumonak Surf Casters, will once again be hosting the Town’s Autumn Fishing Cup Tournament. The weekend-long event is held from the westernmost tip of Gilgo State Park to Fire Island Inlet’s Sore Thumb. This annual competition showcases the fishing access of Town of Babylon waters and beaches, awarding prizes to those who catch the heaviest bluefish and bass. Check the Town of Babylon website for this year’s tournament dates. For more information, please contact the office of Councilman Lindsay Henry at (631) 957-4482.

Councilman Henry (left) is pictured with winners from the 2016 tournament.


Our community needs volunteer firefighters. You can learn valuable skills and earn great benefits, all while helping your friends and neighbors. To learn more about the benefits of volunteering, contact your local fire department.

Amityville Village 691-9081Babylon Village 669-1600

Copiague 842-5566Deer Park 667-4430

East Farmingdale 249-0474Lindnehurst Village 957-7530

North Amityville 789-2982North Babylon 669-0419

North Lindenhurst 226-9783West Babylon 669-9822Wyandanch 643-9431

Wyandanch/Wheatley Heights Ambulance Corp. 491-3234





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October 2017

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The Town of Babylon will hold a Fall Cleanup Day and a S.T.O.P. Day on Saturday, October 14th from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. rain or shine, at the Residential Recycling Center on Field Street in West Babylon. See the beginning of the calendar for further information about the Fall Cleanup Day.

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The Town of Babylon begins Veterans Awareness Week the week before Veterans Day with a ceremony in the Town Board Room to honor our nation’s service-members and recognizes the sacrifices that they and their families have made. Our military veterans are invited to participate in the program and the winners of a town-wide school essay contest are announced. Please check the Town’s website for dates and times for this year’s activities.

The Town of Babylon Salutes Our Veterans

Babylon Hosts Run for the Warriors to Support Armed Service Members

Last year, the Town of Babylon hosted a 1K walk and a 5K and 10K race with the organization Hope for the Warriors and Local 338. The “Run for the WarriorsTM” raised money to assist men and women wounded in Afghanistan and Iraq. Wounded service-members and hundreds of runners from our communities participated in the run. Please check the Town website for the date and time of this year’s event.

If you are interested in participating or volunteering, please visit www.hopeforthewarriors.org.


Town of Babylon Celebrates Veterans Awareness Week

Councilwoman Jackie GordonChair, Veterans Advisory CouncilRetired Lt. Colonel - U.S. Army Reserves

The Town of Babylon is a Proud Purple Heart Town

Town, Local Veteran Groups Unveil Four Chaplains Memorial

Last year, the Town of Babylon, along with VFW Post 9482 of Copiague and American Legion Post 1015 of Amityville, hosted the unveiling of the newly-refurbished Four Chaplains Memorial. The Four Chaplains included Lt. George L. Fox, Lt. Alexander D. Goode, Lt. John P. Washington, and Lt. Clark V. Poling, who all served on the S.S. Dorchester, a United States ship that was hit by a German U-boat torpedo during WWII. They handed out life jackets, including their own, as their ship sank. The memorial, located on the corner of Great Neck Road and Marconi Boulevard in Copiague, serves as a reminder of the sacrifices that our veterans made while defending our country in WWII.





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The Town of Babylon cordially invites you to join us for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 1st at 7:00 PM. A mailbox will be available to receive your kids’ letters addressed to Santa at the North Pole and Santa himself will be joining us to take pictures with the little ones. Children will be able to enjoy free and warm refreshments.

Happy Holidays

During the holidays, Babylon Town Hall proudly serves as a drop-off location for the United States Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” program. The program collects new, unwrapped toys and donates them to families in need. If you would like to donate to “Toys for Tots”, or would like more information, please contact Councilman Tom Donnel ly ’s off ice at (631) 957-3081.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!Councilman Donnelly

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Every holiday season, the Town of Babylon Office of Historic Services features a special holiday model train exhibit at Old Town Hall (see top of July for more information on Old Town Hall). This popular 240 square foot model train display highlights historic points of interest from around the Town of Babylon. This year’s exhibit will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from December 1st to January 7th from 12:00 noon to 3:00 PM. For more information, check the Town of Babylon website or call (631) 587-3750.

Historic Model Trains Spread Holiday Cheer





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December 2017

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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

PLEASE NOTE: Although Town Hall is closed on Friday, December 22nd and Friday, December 29th, they remain REGULAR PICKUP DAYS.

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Calendar TermsDaily Pickup: Households with Monday-Thursday pickup will have their regular garbage picked up on days designated Monday or Thursday. Households with Tuesday-Friday pickup will have their regular garbage picked up on days designated Tuesday or Friday. Please refer to the February page for information regarding yard waste pickup services. Please note that during the weeks containing a holiday, garbage pickup follows the same schedule changes. Yard waste will not be picked up on holidays and will be picked up on the next week on your next regularly scheduled yard waste day. If you do not know which pickup service you have, please call ENCON at 491-3200 or visit www.enconbabylon.com.

Holidays: There is no service on days designated as holidays. The pickup schedule during a week with a holiday may change so be sure to consult your calendar for the special holiday pickup schedule.

Shaded areas in the calendar indicate that a holiday has forced a change

The ResidentialRecycling Center

Residential affidavits for recycling at the Residential Recycling Center can be obtained at the center’s main office located on Field Street in West Babylon, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For further information, please call, 249-9346 or 249-9347. Passenger Vehicles are $20 per load. All other vehicles are $100 per ton/$20 minimum.

Required proof of residency:Driver’s LicenseCar Registration

Tax or Utility Bill



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2017 TOWN OF BABYLON RECYCLING CALENDAR