For More Info On Recycling

List of Collection Centers

Home Chemical Collection

All Miami-Dade County residents can visit the Miami-Dade County Home Chemical Collection Centers any time during normal operating hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday). No appointment is needed. No commercial disposal is permitted.

The locations of the Home Chemical Collection are as follows:

 

Bulk Trash Disposal

All Miami-Dade County residents can dispose of bulk trash at one of the landfills, for a fee.

The locations of the landfills are as follows:

* Accepts used motor oil
** Accepts used electronics
*** Does not accept white goods
**** Does not accept tires.

Acceptable and Unacceptable Recycling Items

Items Allowed

  • Aluminum, steel and tin cans - empty
  • PET bottles with symbol #1 with screw tops only - empty     
  • HDPE plastic bottles with the symbol #2 (milk, water bottles, detergent and shampoo bottles, etc.) - empty   
  • Plastic Recycle plastics by shape: bottles, jars, jugs, cups, and tubs.
  • Glass food & beverage containers (clear, brown and green) - empty
  • Uncoated paperboard (ex. Cereal boxes; food and snack boxes)
  • Newspaper, mail, magazines, glossy inserts, pamphlets and catalogs
  • Uncoated printing, phone books, writing and office paper
  • Old corrugated containers/cardboard (uncoated)
  • Now Accepted: Plastic to-go cups and paper cups 
*Any items not listed above are not permissible. Go to wm.com/recycleright for the most current recycling information.

Items Not Allowed

  • Garbage or other non-recyclable waste ex. cylinders, tanks, rocks, dirt, building debris, flammables
  • Batteries ex. dry cell batteries, lead acid batteries
  • Certain glass products ex. window or auto glass, incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs, mirrors, glass cookware or bakeware, ceramics
  • Plastic bags, foam, trays and containers
  • Home chemicals ex. paints, pesticides
  • Medical waste and pharmaceuticals
  • Electronic waste and accessories ex. PCs, monitors, televisions, printer cartridges, keyboards, cell phones, CDs and DVDs
  • Other non-recyclables ex. coat hangers, small appliances, microwave trays
  • Empty propane or oxygen tanks

Hazardous Waste Collection

Once a year in May, the Town collects hazardous waste materials. Please call Town Hall at 305.861.4863 for our schedule and more information.

96th Street Park Opens with Winter Wonderland!



On Sunday, Dec. 15, more than 1,500 Surfside residents and friends eagerly awaited the start of Winter Wonderland to experience the stunningly upgraded 96th Street Park. Years in the making, the fully transformed park enthralled attendees with its striking set of features and spaces which had been reimagined to create a Winter Wonderland feel with ice and snow, a ribbon entrance feature, Nutcrackers, a live Dreidel, and much more.

Mayor Burkett, Vice Mayor Paul and Commissioners Coto, Velasquez and Vildostegui were all on hand to celebrate the momentous occasion alongside neighbors.
Town Manager Mark Blumstein, Police Chief Wayne Holbrook, Parks & Recreation Director Tim Milian and Capital Improvement Projects Director Andre Eugent joined the many staff members who were also in attendance.
The Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony was led by Mayor Burkett and commenced with blessings from Father Sosa from St. Joseph’s Church and Rabbi Citron from The Surfside Minyan.

Surfside's Elected Officials spoke joyously of their commitment and vision for the Park which was now fully open and ready to shine. Current and Past Parks & Recreation Committee Chairs Frank McBride and Retta Logan also provided remarks and recounted the hard work and effort entailed by all involved.
During the event, kids and parents enjoyed the sate-of-the-art playground equipment, wide variety of rides, games and vendors, and also indulged in free food. To promote the park’s new kayak launch, attendees even had the opportunity to enter a raffle to win two new kayaks and two paddleboards. 
After a magical event, Surfside’s beautiful new park is now open and available to the entire community.

Thank you to our partners Savino Miller Design and Lunacon Construction. The Town is grateful to the Commission, the entire Parks & Recreation team, Capital Improvements, Public Works, Police and all the people behind the scenes who helped make this facility and event an incredible success!

NOTE: Please keep reading and scroll down for information on the Temporary Kayak Launch usage guidelines.


96th Street Park Temporary Kayak Launch Access

Effective Tuesday, Dec. 17 the temporary Kayak Launch will operate from 8 a.m. to sunset. Entry and exit to the Launch will be closed at sunset. Please see Park Attendant to gain access to the Kayak Launch.

Proof of Residency is required to gain access to the Kayak Launch (Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation ID Preferred).
Below are the Temporary Kayak Launch Rules:
  • All minors under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Life Jackets are required at all times.
  • Enter at your own risk. Kayak launch will operate from 8 a.m. - sunset. All persons must return back prior to sunset.
  • Wildlife may be present. You are entering a natural area and wetland preserve.
  • Do not touch or feed the animals.
  • Maintain a safe distance of 30 feet.
  • No fishing.
  • No swimming.
  • Wear non-slip shoes to avoid accidents while on the dock or in the kayak.
  • Surfside hotel guests must check in with Park staff and provide proof of stay documentation.
  • **Visitors must adhere to all other park rules, regulations and operational guidelines.
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