Mulch, Compost Available For Pick-Up At Bethlehem Yard Waste Facility Beginning May 28

Press release from the City of Bethlehem:

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Mayor Bob Donchez announced today that mulch and compost will be available for pick-up and loading beginning Thursday May 28, 2020.

The materials will be available Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The facility will be closed on Sundays.

People wishing to utilize the facility are required to wear a mask for their safety as well as the safety of City employees. People not wearing a mask will not be permitted to enter the facility.

Please see additional information below:

• Hours of operation: Monday through Saturday 9 am to 3 pm, closed Sundays.
• If hand loading, you will be permitted to load up to 3-30 gallon containers.
• If require more than 3-30 gallon containers, loader services available for $10 per bucket full-CASH only.
• Upon completion of loading, material must be tarped prior to leaving the facility.
• You must be a qualified resident of the City of Bethlehem, Hanover Township (Northampton County) and the Borough of Fountain Hill to utilize the Bethlehem Yard Waste Facility.
• Qualified residents will be asked to provide a valid ID along with compost card or proof of residency.
• Masks must be worn at all times while at the Bethlehem Yard Waste Facility. You will be turned away if you (or your occupant) do not wear a mask.
• Rental vehicles larger than a standard size pick-up truck will need authorization prior to arriving at the facility. Contact the Recycling Bureau office for authorization: (610) 865-7082, press option 3 before you go to the facility.
• Commercial type vehicles and dual axle trailers are not permitted at the Bethlehem Yardwaste Facility.
• If you need assistance loading/unloading materials, you are encouraged to bring someone with you to assist in this process.
• Please be advised that there may be extended wait times and longer than usual lines so your patience will be greatly appreciated.

As always, please monitor the City’s website at www.bethlehem-pa.gov and social media for additional information on City facilities, public meetings and updates on COVID-19.

This press release was produced by the City of Bethlehem. The views expressed here are the author’s own.