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.

"Mondays with the Manager": Understanding Surfside’s Special Election Ballot Questions

 In this week’s "Mondays with the Manager" episode, Town Manager Mark Blumstein is urging residents to get informed ahead of the Town of Surfside Special Election taking place on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Surfside Town Hall, 9293 Harding Ave.

Blumstein invites residents to attend a Special Election Forum on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. in Commission Chambers at Town Hall, where Town staff will review the upcoming ballot questions and answer community questions.

The forum will also feature the Town Clerk, Finance Team and Underground Design Team, who will provide background and context to help residents better understand the issues on the ballot. The event will also be broadcast live on Channel 663 and streamed on the Town’s website.

“This is your chance to learn, engage and prepare before you vote,” Blumstein said. “Surfside residents play a vital role in shaping the Town’s future, and staying informed ensures that every voice is heard.” 

Residents are encouraged to mark their calendars for the vote-by-mail request deadline Oct. 23. And to read the Undergrounding Project Frequently Asked Questions.

For full election details, including polling information and the Official Sample Ballot in English, Spanish and Creole, visit www.townofsurfsidefl.gov/vote2025.

"Mondays with the Manager" is a recurring Town of Surfside video series and communication program that features Town Manager Mark Blumstein providing residents with updates on key Town projects, initiatives, and upcoming events.

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