Toms River Changes Its Recycling Rules

Toms River, NJ — If you have old electronics you were hoping to recycle locally, we have bad news: Toms River will no longer accept them beginning Oct. 1.

Township officials announced the change on Facebook Monday, and said it is because of the cost for the township to dispose of the items.

"Due to a significant increase in disposal fees of electronics, Toms River is no longer able to accept TVs and electronics from our residents," the announcement said. "In order to avoid this cost, effective October 1, 2016, the Department of Public Works is no longer accepting electronic waste such as televisions, computers and copiers at the Recycling Convenience Center on Church Road."

Instead, Toms River residents who want to recycle the items must take them to the Ocean County Recycling Center at 601 New Hampshire Ave., Lakewood.

Township officials said the county recycling center will accept electronics from Toms River residents free of charge.

TVs and computer items are not allowed in township trash or recycling collections, officials said.

The Ocean County Recycling Center is open Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents seeking more information can call the center at 732-367-0802.

"We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep Toms River’s environment safe, healthy and beautiful!' the announcement said.

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