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Portland Town Public Works on East Main is where residents drop off their regular town trash and recycling. Locals use it for household cleanouts and small projects, and the place looks like a working municipal yard rather than a private business. It's clearly marked on 33 E Main St and mainly used by Portland residents.
Pull in past the entrance booth and be ready to show a permit or residency proof if the town requires one. There’s a short lane to pull up to the scale/booth area before moving to the drop-off piles and recycling containers. Expect a mix of pickup trucks, trailers, and SUVs; larger trucks can maneuver but space is tight around the concrete bunkers. Weekends-especially spring cleanup days-get busy, so lines and slow unloading are common.
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Before You Go
- Have proof of residency or the town permit ready and visible in the vehicle to keep lines moving.
- Secure loose loads with a tarp and tie-downs; loose debris can slow the process and make staff ask for re-securing.
- Sort materials before getting out of the car so it’s clear where things go-this helps with tight lanes and avoids back-and-forth.
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