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Public Works Department

Public Works Department
636 Joline Avenue
Long Branch, NJ. 07740
T: (732) 571-6520
F: (732) 222-2449

Director of Public Works
Fred Migliaccio, CPWM

Assistant Director
Louis DeLauro, CPWM

alertLetter to Residents & Businesses - New Recycling Schedule & Provisions(pdf)

The Public Works Department is a multifaceted and diverse organization within the city's overall structure. Public Works provides services in the critical areas of maintenance to city roads, storm drains, boardwalk, city buildings and parks, street sweeping, snow removal and the collection and removal of garbage, recycling, leaves and branches.

The department consists of the following divisions:

Office of the Director

Has the responsibility for plans, specifications and contracts for public development and improvements; oversees all divisions and subdivisions; organizes the departments and the functions of the employees.  We are committed to the environment, public safety and prompt, courteous service to our residents and visitors.

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Sanitation / Recycling Division

Responsible for the collection of garbage, recycling, bulk and service for dumpster rentals.  Please see municipal calendar (pdf) for pick up and holiday schedule,or refer to the weekly local newspaper or Comcast channel 20 for pick up schedules.


Garbage / Recycling

  • Placed in containers no larger than 32 gallons, and 50 lbs.
  • Limited to 4 containers per pickup day and may be placed curbside after 6:00pm the day before or prior to 6am the scheduled collection day.
  • Containers must be removed 12 hours after pick up.

Garbage

  • South of Broadway – Monday & Thursday
  • North of Broadway – Tuesday & Friday

Exceptions to the north & south collection rules:  All of Broadway and the “Wall St. Section” located south of Broad, west of Norwood, north of Wall & east of Oakwood) follow “North of Broadway” rules. 

Recycling - New Provisions effective January 1, 2008

RECYCLING CHANGES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2008

REQUIRED RECYCLING FOR ALL BUSINESSES AND RESIDENCES
* FOOD AND BEVERAGE CANS, GLASS BOTTLES, PLASTIC BOTTLES.

* CARDBOARD (NO STYROFOAM PACKING) NEWSPAPERS, MAGAZINES, JUNK MAIL, PHONE BOOKS, ADVERTISEMENTS, OFFICE PAPER AND  ANY OTHER PAPER NOT USED FOR FOOD SERVICE.
      
         * (cardboard must be crosstied into 50 lb bundles)
         * (magazines, junk mail, etc. may be mixed with newspaper and             crosstied into 50 lb bundles.

RECYCLE COLLECTION SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2008

ALL PAPER GOODS WILL BE COLLECTED AT THE CURB ON MONDAY OR TUESDAY, SAME DAY AS GARBAGE COLLECTION FOR YOUR STREET.

ALL CANS, GLASS AND PLASTIC WILL BE COLLECTED AT THE CURB ON THURSDAY OR FRIDAY, SAME DAY AS GARBAGE COLLECTION FOR YOUR STREET.

               New Electronic Recycling Program in Long Branch
           
Bulk Trash (residential only, no commercial entities)

Picked up each Wednesday, except if there is a holiday on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. 

Bulk trash consists of

  • Furniture (no pianos)
  • Rugs
  • Appliances, refrigerator (doors removed)
  • Metal items
  • Car tires (max 4), no rims, separate tires and metal from non-metal items, do not mix with branches or leaves. 

Place items in an orderly manner no more than 3 ft. From curb line.  Items between sidewalk and house will not be collected.

Bulk is limited to a maximum of 8 items total.  No construction debris or materials will be accepted.  See dumpster rentals, below

Dumpster Rental Information:
Complete schedule of fees and instructions

Holiday Pickup Information:
2008 City Calendar (pdf)

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Streets Division

Oversees all road opening and sidewalk permits; provides daily maintenance and as needed repairs for city streets, storm drains, pot holes and is also responsible for street sweeping, snow removal and leaf/branch collection – no grass clippings; tree trimming and removal (municipal property only).
For a list of streets/roads that the city does not maintain, please refer to the county and state list.

Branches / Leaves - No scheduled day for pickup

  • Place curbside, do not mix together
  • Do not place more than 3 ft from curb line, no closer than 10 ft from fire hydrants or storm drains.
  • Do not cover storm drains or fire hydrants. This will not expedite pickup and will be referred to Code Enforcement. 
  • Be patient! This is a slow process and takes 2-3 weeks to canvas the entire city.  Requests for special pickups will not be honored.

Branches (residential property owners only)

Cut branches to 4 ft long, 50 lb. Weight limit. No parts larger than 6” diameter.  Seasonal christmas trees are also collected, no bags, lights or ornaments.

Leaves (residential property owners only)

May be bagged year round. But, during november/ december and april/may loose leaves may be placed curbside.

Grass Clippings

Are not accepted and will not be picked up. Do not mix with branches and leaves. Do not bag; use a mulching mower or compost on your property.  Bagged grass clippings may be taken to the Monmouth County landfill. Please contact them regarding current fees at 732-922-8686.

Road openings

Permits and fees are required generally openings are requested by the utility companies.  Private contractors will be required to post a bond.

Sidewalks

The sidewalk and curb area adjacent to the property is in the “right-of-way” if the sidewalk and/or curbing is broken, the owner is responsible for rehabilitation.  A permit and a $5.00 fee (check or money order) is required prior to commencement of work. 

Questions please contact Herman Brabham, Street Inspector at 732-571-6530.

Snow Removal Guidelines
Our Public Works Department is working hard to make driving safer and easier in snowy weather.  When a snow-removal operation is underway, Public Works employees work around the clock to provide the best possible service to the residents of long branch.

Here Are Some Helpful Hints To Make "Snow" Business Less Frustrating

Depending on the duration and amount of snowfall, city trucks may plow your street several times. As snow rolls off our plows, it sometimes accumulates in driveway aprons. Shovel snow to the right side of your driveway (facing the street) to minimize the amount of snow entering your driveway.

  • Shovel and/or blow snow from your sidewalk onto the lawn, not into the street.  This will also help minimize being plowed back in.
  • You may have to re-open the end of your driveway and/or sidewalks more than once. Please understand that this is unavoidable and it is the homeowner's responsibility to clear it.
  • If possible, wait until the city trucks have made at least three passes on your street before cleaning your driveway.  Our goal is to clear curb to curb.
  • Please remove your car from the street in order for plows to reach the curb line.  This speeds the removal process and prevents cars from being plowed in.
  • Public Works will continue to plow during and after a storm to facilitate access by emergency vehicles and to prepare for additional snow.  
  • To insure safety of pedestrians, residents must remove snow from sidewalks following a snowfall. Please remember that children are walking to schools and bus stops all over the city.
  • In the event of deep snow, please shovel around your mailbox and fire hydrants near your house - for your safety and your neighbors'.
  • The city will not be responsible for portable basketball hoops left on the street during this process. 
  • Public works and the police department will be enforcing the emergency street no parking rule on all streets that are designated as “snow emergency street.”

Not all roads in the City of Long Branch are maintained by the City. We often receive calls from our residents about the condition of roads whose  maintenance is the responsibility of the state or county. We're happy to relay your concerns, but if you would like to reach them directly, for all maintenance including, but not limited to, ice control, plowing, sweeping, pot hole repairs, storm drains, please refer to the following list. 

State:      609-588-6212
Joline Ave (Hwy 36)
Ocean Blvd (Joline Ave to Monmouth Beach Border)
Norwood Ave (Cedar to Deal Border)

County:    732-431-6550
Ocean Blvd (Joline to Cedar Ave)
Cedar Ave
Atlantic Ave
Norwood Ave (Broadway to Cedar Ave)

Tree trimming and removal

All trees in the City of Long Branch are owned by and are the responsibility of the property owner for the premises they grow in.  That includes all trees in the “right of way” located between the sidewalk and the curb.

The only trees owned by the City for which Public Works is responsible to maintain are on municipally owned property.

In an emergency, Public Works may cut a fallen tree in a roadway, however final disposition of the tree is the responsibility of the property owner.

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Municipal Garage

Responsible for all city vehicles an equipment and performs routine maintenance and emergency road service repairs when necessary.

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Parks Division

Maintains all city owned properties including parks, playgrounds, playground equipment and ball fields.  when available this division will assist the streets division.

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Public Facilities Division

Divided into 2 sub-divisions: 
  • Public Works repairers are responsible for repairs of city buildings and boardwalk including construction, plumbing, painting, etc.
  • Building Maintenance Division provides daily cleaning and maintenance of all city owned buildings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Emergencies

In the event of an emergency and it is after normal business hours for the Public Works Department, please call the Police Department 732-222-1000 and they will contact a member of Public Works for assistance in an emergency situation.

Volunteer Recycling Drop Off Center 380 Atlantic Ave.
(residential homeowners only, no commercial entities)

Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 7:30am to 3:00pm, Sat 9:00am to Noon. 

Metal cans, bottle glass, #1 & #2 plastic bottles, mixed paper, newspaper, cardboard, leaves, and tree branches less than 6” diameter.  No tree stumps, trunks or logs larger than 6” diameter, no wood chips, no grass clippings. No paint, chemicals or other hazardous materials.

Code Enforcement

Ordinance violations, ie. Illegal dumping, garbage, etc out the wrong day, cans not removed from curb, bulk exceeding 8 items, building materials, overgrown and unkempt private properties, etc. 732-571-5652

Hazardous Waste Disposal

Monmouth County Hazardous Waste Facility (pdf)
*For all types of wet paints, motor oil, household and garden chemicals, etc.
 Only empty, washed, dried paint cans with lids off may be placed at curb for regular  garbage pickup—no wet paint at the curb.

Tire Disposal (pdf)

Computer Recycling at Monmouth County (pdf)

 New Electronic Recycling Program in Long Branch

Animal Control

Located in the health department at city hall (732-571-5253) is responsible for controlling unleashed dogs, dangerous or sick/injured stray animals.  This department is also responsible for the removal of any unfortunate pets or wild animals killed in our roadways.

Solutions To Storm-Water Pollution

Easy things you can do everyday to protect your drinking water: 

  • Limit your use of fertilizers and pesticides
  • Properly use and dispose of hazardous products
  • Dispose of yard waste properly
  • Keep pollution out of storm drains
  • Clean up after your pet
  • Do not feed wildlife
  • Do not litter

For more information visit www.njstormwater.org

FirstEnergy

1-800-646-0400

 

 

Jersey Central
Power & Light

1-800-662-3115

1-888-544-4877

1-800-221-0479

Tree Trimming

You may also see tree service companies, which have been contracted by the power company, trimming trees/branches around the electrical wires. They are responsible for the disposal of the debris. This service does not involve the city. The city is not responsible for removal of the debris.

If you have any concerns, please attempt to contact the tree service.  If unsuccessful, please direct your phone calls to the forestry division of J.C.P.& L. at 732-212-4151.

http://www.firstenergycorp.com/welcome/index.jsp

Water

New Jersey American Water Co. at 1-800-652-6987.
http://www.njawater.com/awpr1/njaw/default.html

Sewer

Long Branch Sewerage Authority at  732-222-0500.

Gas

NEW JERSEY NATURAL GAS

24-Hour Gas Leak Hotline

1-800-GAS-LEAK or
1-800-427-5325

Toll-Free Customer Inquiry Number (within NJ)

1-800-221-0051

Customer Inquiry (outside NJ)

732-938-7977

Call Before You Dig (free markout of utility lines)

1-800-272-1000

Theft of Service (report tampering of gas lines and meters)

1-800-631-6041

People With Hearing and Speech Impairments (TTY/TDD)

1-800-223-0024

http://www2.njng.com/index.asp

Monmouth County Reclamation Center
6000 Asbury Avenue
Tinton Falls NJ 07753
732-922-8686
http://www.shore.co.monmouth.nj.us/reclamation/index.asp

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