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.

Surfside Police Share Holiday Safety Tips to Help Residents Stay Secure

As the holiday season approaches, the Surfside Police Department is reminding residents to stay vigilant and take simple precautions to help ensure a safe and enjoyable time with family and friends.

“While the holidays are a time for celebration, they can also bring increased opportunities for crime,” said Chief of Police Charles Press. “By taking a few proactive steps, residents can better protect themselves, their homes, and their loved ones.”

To help keep the community safe, the department offers the following safety tips:

• Always lock your doors and windows, even when you’re home.
• Avoid leaving valuables in plain sight inside your vehicle. If you must store items, place them in the trunk before arriving at your destination.
• If you’re expecting deliveries, make sure someone is home to receive packages or ask a trusted neighbor to collect them.
• When shopping online, avoid clicking on suspicious links or emails.
• Use caution and watch for pedestrians and heavier traffic near the business district and Bal Harbour Shops.
• Stay aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activity immediately.

Residents traveling for the holidays can also request a watch order from the Surfside Police Department to have officers monitor their homes while they are away. Additionally, the police station lobby is open 24 hours a day and available as a safe exchange location for private transactions, such as those arranged through OfferUp or Facebook Marketplace.

For more information on watch orders or community safety programs, visit the Surfside Police Department or call (305) 861-4862.

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