Trash Services

All residential trash services in Laketown Township are handled by Republic Services, 4368 60th St., through a contract approved by the township board. Check the website for details.

Services include:

  • Regular solid waste pickup
  • Seasonal service
  • Special arrangements for community associations
  • Discount for 12-month advance payment
  • Separate recycling service
  • Yard clipping collection
  • Annual cleanup services with voucher
  • Annual household hazardous waste collection

Special announcements including pickup delays, vouchers and hazardous waste collection will be posted on the Laketown Township website and Facebook page.

If you have a problem with your service, contact Laketown Township Manager Al Meshkin with an email at Al@Laketowntwp.org. Explain the nature of the problem, when the problem occurred and include your name and address.

Hazardous waste collection event set for June 3

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day for Laketown Township residents is Saturday, June 3, from 8 to 11:30 a.m., at Republic Services of Holland Westshore Recycling, 4368 60th St.

To control vehicle traffic and quantities of hazardous waste to be disposed, vouchers are required. Vouchers may be picked up at the Republic Services of Holland scale house before the collection date. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

You will need a valid ID and a current account with Republic to receive a voucher. 

Vouchers are only valid for date noted, must be presented at drop off and will not be issued on the day of the event.

There is a limit of 200 pounds of material per voucher.

Because of the legal chain of custody required on hazardous waste, you will be required to sign a disposal form. Republic Service reserves the right to reject any items.

No more than five gallons of liquids per customer.

Accepted Items: Aerosol cans, antifreeze, batteries, battery acids, detergents, degreasers, drain cleaners, fertilizers, gasoline, grease, inks, light bulbs, mercury items, oil, oil-based paints, paint thinner, pesticides, propane, solvents, and thermometers.

Not Accepted: Asbestos items, compost, electronics, freon products, general waste cleaner, latex paint products, lead paint items, tires, ammunition or flares.

The fall collection date is Sept. 23.