Community Compost Program - Green Site Now Open!
Get to Know the Village of Egg Harbor Compost Site!
The Village of Egg Harbor is proud to invite residents to participate in our expanding compost program! Located at 4579 Ball Park Road next to the recycling site, our compost area just got even better with a brand-new fence, updated signage, and improved drop-off lanes to make your visit easier than ever. Since 2019, we’ve been turning food scraps from local restaurants and residents into rich compost that nourishes village gardens. Whether you're a first-time composter or a long-time participant, this is your chance to be part of a simple, impactful solution that builds healthy soil and reduces waste!
How to Start Composting (If You Don’t Have a Bucket Yet):
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Stop by the Village Office to pick up your free food scrap collection bucket – a 5-gallon pail with a screw-top lid designed to contain odors and keep critters out.
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Collect your kitchen food scraps at home – veggie peels, coffee grounds, eggshells, and more.
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Once the bucket is full, bring it to the Village of Egg Harbor compost site at 4579 Ball Park Road, next to the recycling area.
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Dump the contents into the compost pile (buckets are for collection only, not composting).
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Rinse out your bucket and repeat!
If You Already Have a Bucket:
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Collect your household food scraps in your bucket.
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Head to the compost site during residential drop-off hours:
Wednesdays 7 AM–10AM or Saturdays 9 AM–Noon. -
Dump your scraps into the designated compost pile at the site.
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Give your bucket a quick rinse, take it home, and keep the cycle going!