09/15/2026
Just as a reminder, DPW customer service will be here at the COA on Wednesday, 9/16 from 9:00 am to 11:30am to assist with your trash sticker application. Bring a driver’s license or current utility bill to show proof of eligibility and a check.
Please call COA at 978-388-8138 to sign up
Two weeks ago, the city announced the new trash sticker program to help manage the rising costs of the Amesbury's trash and recycling collection contract. Although the fee will not cover the full cost of the agreement, it will help diversify budget revenues while respecting the demand for affordability heard at the polls last November.
Trash stickers will be required for each curbside trash collection cart, starting October 1, 2026. Residential properties with 6 or less units are eligible to purchase up to 6 stickers. Stickers fees are $100 each. Recycling carts do not require a sticker.
Properties with 7 or more units will be required to contract for private trash/recycling pick up.
To help with the process of purchasing your sticker, customer service representatives from Public Works will be available at the Council on Aging to assist you with your application on the following dates.
68 Elm Street, Amesbury MA
Thurs., 9/10 - 9am-11:30am
Weds., 9/16 - 9am-11:30am
Thurs., 9/24 - 9am-11:30am
Please bring proof of property eligibility by driver's license, state issued ID, current utility bill, tax bill, etc.
To speed up the process, only checks payable to the “City of Amesbury” will be accepted ($100. per sticker).
Please call the COA at 978-388-8138 to sign up.
In-person assistance is also available at DPW on 39 South Hunt Rd (Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm).
For more information about the program and frequently asked questions visit: www.amesburyma.gov/TrashStickers
