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.

In Memoriam: Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar


The Town of Surfside mourns the passing of Rabbi Sholom D. Lipskar, a revered spiritual leader whose profound legacy will forever resonate within our community. As the founding Rabbi of The Shul and The Aleph Institute, Rabbi Lipskar’s unwavering compassion and leadership touched generations of Surfside residents, guiding them with wisdom, faith, and kindness. His deep connection to Surfside was particularly felt through his support of our Commission and Town Administration, including the Surfside Police Department, and his presence at Town events offered blessings and wisdom, instilling strength and unity across our community.

Mark Blumstein, Town Manager, shared, “Rabbi Lipskar was more than a spiritual leader; he was my Rabbi from my early years at Oleh Torah on Miami Beach and his leadership of the Aleph Institute supported me and my fellow sailors, soldiers, airmen, and marines in the U.S. Armed Forces. He was a pillar of support for our community, consistently bringing comfort and strength to those in need. His impact extends far beyond his role as a spiritual leader, and his legacy will continue to inspire us all.”

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Lipskar family and honor the lasting imprint Rabbi Lipskar left not only in our Town but across the globe. His commitment to service and to helping the most vulnerable remains a beacon of compassion and a model for future generations.

In his memory and out of respect for his legacy, the Town of Surfside will fly its flags at half-staff during the Shiva period following his burial on May 4, 2025, in New York. May his memory be a blessing. 

 


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