- Loose leaf collection will begin the week of October 19th, 2026 and follow the previous model. Collection will occur the day after your scheduled trash day (every other week with heavy leaf fall) and will continue (weather permitting) through April. No call is needed for this service. Only loose leaves are accepted; no grass, sticks, branches, pine needles or dirt is allowed. Leaves that have been blown along the curb by the wind and are not gathered in a pile will not be collected. They must be in a designated pile for pickup.
- Extra Cart order form - If dropping the form off in person go to 523 Egg Harbor Road Sewell, NJ 08080
- See FAQ for 2026 automated trash and recycling system
- To opt out of the green yard debris can please fill out this form.
Mission Statement
The goal of the Washington Township Municipal Services is to accommodate all residents with regards to services. Whether it’s a pothole, trash not getting picked up, or a question about signing up for an activity or sport, our staff is here to answer any and all questions or concerns. For an events schedule or information on our recycling program, this is the place to call. For snow and leaf removal or information on discounted tickets for surrounding amusement and water parks, this is the place to call.
When it comes to snow removal, our mission is to service every street, court and dead end within an 8 to 10 hour period upon completion of the storm. Our mission when it comes to leaf removal is to service every street, court and dead-end within a timely fashion of the leaves falling. The Washington Township Municipal Services staff works for you, the residents of this great town
Please note when transporting trash to the Gloucester County Waste Complex, ANY rental vehicle is not allowed as it can be perceived as a contractor. We strongly advise calling the Gloucester County Waste Complex before taking anything there. Click here to see regulations on dropping off solid waste
Click here for transport regulations
Paint Disposal
Click here for the ONLY way to dispose of latex paint. Latex (also called “water based”) paint is NOT a hazardous waste and should be disposed of at the curb with the rest of your household trash. Here’s how to properly dispose of latex paint:
- Make sure the paint can is ½ full or less (If the can is more than ½ full, pour the excess into another container, like a milk jug, coffee can or trash bag).
- Add a clay-based kitty litter or speedy dry so that the can is ¾ full.
- Stir paint/kitty litter or speedy dry mixture.
- If liquid paint remains, add more kitty litter or speedy dry.
- Allow paint/kitty litter or speedy dry mixture to dry until it is no longer pourable.
- Dispose of can in the garbage.
Oil-based paint is a flammable material. It must be disposed of at one of the Gloucester County Household Special Waste Collection Events. Please call (856) 478-6045, ext. 14 for more information or visit their website: www.gcianj.com
Tree Maintenance
Trees on the planning strip are residents' responsibility. They must be trimmed up to seven feet from the ground to allow unobstructed use by vehicles and pedestrians.
Snow Removal
In order to allow the most thorough removal of snow during a storm residents are asked to remove all vehicles from the roadways.
Report a Street Light Out
You can report street light issues to your local electric company, for Atlantic City Electric you can access their site here . For PSEG click here. If you prefer to call Public Works to report the light, please have the pole number and location available and dial 856-589-0523
Yard Waste Cart Opt Out
The township recognizes that various property owners have private yard waste removal through landscape contractors or home owner associations and may not need yard waste removal from the township. If you do not require yard waste removal from the township, you may elect to opt out of receiving a green yard waste cart utilizing the form below. **Any property owner that opts out of receiving a cart will not have yard waste picked up by the township** Property owners that opt out may receive a yard waste cart at a later date if they change their mind. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the public works office at 856-589-0523.