Household Refuse

The Household Refuse program is for Bear Lake Township residents. Please make sure that you have all garbage in bags, and have no more than 3 bags (per week). YOU MUST SHOW YOUR GARBAGE PASS that you received in your December (Winter Tax) bill in order to use this service.  If you need a new pass, please call the Township Offices to have another pass mailed to you at 231-864-3620 X11.

*Please note, this service isn't for building materials or other LARGE household items.  

2024 Household Refuse Schedule (9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) 

January 6, 20
February 3, 17
March 9, 23
April 6, 20
May 4, 18 
June 8, 22
July 13, 27
August 10, 24
September 7, 21
October 5, 19
November 2, 16
December 7, 21