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The Department of Solid Waste Management supervises the implementation of Ocean County’s District Solid Waste Management Plan, providing solid waste/recyclables planning that supports growth patterns and economically promotes the proper disposal of both recyclable and non-recyclable wastes.

We work diligently to ensure all programs and plans are carried out in an environmentally responsible and efficient manner, and the District Solid Waste Management Plan relies upon a multi-faceted recycling strategy in combination with a landfill management plan for those materials that the county cannot recycle.

Ocean County owns and operates two recycling centers, one in the northern region of the county and one in the southern region. The Northern Recycling Center, Ocean County's processing facility, is located on New Hampshire Avenue (off Route 70) in Lakewood Township. The Southern Recycling Center, which operates primarily as a transfer station, is located at 379 Haywood Road (Manahawkin) in Stafford Township. Both facilities close on select county-observed holidays, however 24-hour resident recycling centers at both sites remain open year-round.

The Department of Solid Waste Management and its programs are a function of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, with Gary Quinn serving as Liaison to the Department and Anthony M. Agliata serving as Department Director.

Updates

[12/29/20] Xmas Tree Recycling in Ocean County

Christmas trees may be brought to 17 locations in Ocean County for proper disposal.

2021 Recycling Directory

[Oct. 2020] Ocean County has released the 2021 Recycling Directory!

Free webinars to help you recycle better and reduce waste. From September 30th to November 7th

[09/18/20] How to Compost Webinar

Join us and learn how to compost at home! Wednesday, September 30th. From 5:30pm to 7:00 pm

2020-2021 Boat Owners Guide

Protect the Barnegat Bay and reduce landfill space by taking advantage of these recycling programs.

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Director: Anthony M. Agliata

P.O. Box 2191
129 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08754

Phone: 732.506.5047
Fax: 732.244.8396
Email: ocrecycles@co.ocean.nj.us

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Northern Recycling Center

601 New Hampshire Avenue
Lakewood, NJ 08701

Days: Monday - Saturday (Saturday Ocean County residents only)
Hours:7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Phone: 732.367.0802
Fax: 732.942.8482
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Southern Recycling Center

379 Haywood Road
Manahawkin, NJ 08050

Days: Monday - Saturday (Saturday Ocean County residents only)
Hours:7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Phone: 609.978.0913
Fax: 609.597.5321
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		Director Gary Quinn Ocean County Commissioner Gary Quinn is serving as the 2021 Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners. Read more
		Deputy Director Gerry P. Little serves as liaison to the Ocean County Road Department, Veteran Services Bureau, Ocean County Board of Health. Read more
		Commissioner Virginia E. Haines serves as chairwoman of Parks and Recreation, Natural Lands and the Department of Information Technology. Read more
		Commissioner John P. Kelly serves as Director of Law and Public Safety and Finance as well as Chair to the Office of Engineering. Read more
		Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari, an experienced and staunch advocate for consumers, seniors, education, tourism, and the local business community, is serving his 14th term as an elected official in Ocean County Government. Read more
Carl W. Block, County Administrator 101 Hooper Ave. Admin Building Toms River, NJ 08754 Phone: (732) 929-2147 \| Email: CBlock@co.ocean.nj.us
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