Learn More

Learn more about automated curbside collection in Auburn. Join us for one of three informational neighborhood meetings on the topic:

June 11 – Auburn City Hall (second floor) at 6:00PM [60 Court Street].
June 25 – Neighborhood Watch meeting at 6:00PM at Sixth Street Congregational Church [109 Sixth Street].
June 30 – United New Auburn Association meeting at 6:00PM at Rolly’s Diner [87 Mill Street].

Automated Curbside Collection

The evolution of solid waste & recycling in Auburn.
Auburn residents: Your curbside collection is getting easier! Beginning July 13, 2026, your residential curbside trash and recycling will be picked up by an automated side-load truck.

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CARTS:
Your new trash & recycling carts will arrive in June! You will receive two new 64-gallon wheeled carts, one for trash and one for recycling. These carts are included with your service. Colored lids help to keep items clean and dry and distinguish trash from recycling. There is no need to be home to receive your carts. Carts will come with an informational brochure with instructions for placement as well as a calendar and frequently asked questions.
Carts

Please remember: You MUST use the carts provided and you cannot get any additional carts. Carts are going to be delivered before the
automated truck begins operating. Please wait until the week of July 13th to begin using your new carts.

* All trash must be inside of the cart with the lid closed. We will no longer collect any material left outside of the cart!

CART PLACEMENT:
You must allow 1-3 ft of space between your trash and recycling carts to ensure the arm can grab the cart without knocking the other cart over. Allow at least 3-5 ft of space from any fixed object (mailbox, telephone pole, fence, parked vehicle) so there is no risk of damage. Always ensure the front of the cart is facing towards the street for collection.

* Carts must stay upright for collection.
* Do not place carts back to back.

Cart Placement

YOUR COLLECTION DAY:
While the TIME OF DAY when you trash is collected very well might change (due to the more efficient collection process), at this time, there are no changes to the scheduled route days. Should any adjustments be necessary in the future to enhance efficiency, both the City of Auburn and Casella will ensure residents are notified in advance.

CART DIMENSIONS:

Casella App
Casella’s "Recycle Better" app makes it even easier for you to stay connected about your trash and recycling collection program. Get information specific to residents including a collection calendar with reminders, and a searchable Waste Wizard A-Z listing tool.

The Collection Calendar:
• Receive service day reminders on your mobile device and never miss a collection day again.
• Get real time updates for service delays due to unplanned interruptions such as inclement weather.
• Choose how to receive notifications with options like an alert to your smartphone, text message, email, or phone call.

The Waste Wizard A-Z Tool:
• Searchable listing of materials which gives you information on how to properly dispose or recycle items.
• If an item that cannot be taken with your curbside collection, the App will advise you of options on where and how to recycle or dispose of the item correctly.

The App also provides education for residents such as seasonal recycling tips as well as allows for the communication of local collection events. Visit your app store and search for "Recycle Better with Casella."