Solid Waste

Household Waste Disposal Options:

• Environmental Depot - Lewiston, Maine
• Maine Waste to Energy
• Paint Care (accepts paint for recycling at no charge)
• Riverside Recycling
• Weekly Resident Trash Collection Schedule

Automated Trash Collection

Policy Approach

The Town is contractually obligated to move to automated trash collection. The remaining decision before the Board is how to structure the funding model in a way that is operationally workable and responsive to the community.

The Select Board has heard resident concerns regarding the change and the pace of change. This recommendation intentionally slows the funding transition while still meeting contractual obligations. The purpose is to allow residents time to adjust, ask questions, and provide feedback.

This approach acknowledges public input while maintaining clear direction and avoiding indefinite delay.

Recommended Implementation Phases

Phase 1 – Immediate Action

• Stop selling trash tags immediately and stop using them altogether.

Phase 2 – Automated Collection Launch

• April 15, Automated roadside collection begins.
• Residents may use their own household bags. No tags required or enforcement of tags.

Phase 3 – Transition & Public Feedback Period

• April 15 through July 31 (3+ months). No tags required or enforcement of tags.
• Residents continue using their own bags.
• Town continues with outreach, education, and receives resident feedback.
• Board evaluates operational concerns raised by residents.

Phase 4 – PAYT Implementation

• August 1st, Designated PAYT bags required.
• Enforcement of PAYT program begins.

• For More Information, Please Visit the Automated Trash Collection Page

  Helpful Links:

  • Trash Collection Transition Timeline
  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
  • Pay-As-You-Throw Information (PAYT)

Waste Oil Recycling

• Did you know that Durham residents can recycle waste oil by bringing it to the Public Works garage? It’s easy and it’s free!
• The waste oil is collected and re-used by a neighboring town to heat their town garage. Durham taxpayers are charged nothing for the convenience.

Just call Road Commissioner Calvin Beaumier at 844-1774 to arrange a drop-off.

Casella Waste Systems - Bath, Maine

Garbage Collection Service, serving Durham residents.

• Address: 64 Arthur J Reno Sr Rd, Bath, ME 04530
• Phone: 207-805-3177

Recycle Better

Welcome to Casella’s Recycle Better™ hub. Here you’ll find informative videos, posters, activities, and more to help educate you on what does and does not belong in your recycling. Together, we can keep recycling strong and sustainable, and it all begins at your bin!