The Village of Hempstead Sanitation Department is responsible for the collection of garbage, bulk trash and other refuse from:
- private residences
- commercial establishments on a restricted basis
- Village litter cans and baskets located in business areas
- apartment buildings
Over 25,000 tons of garbage are collected each year and over 1,500 tons of material is recycled each year.
Staff and equipment from this department are also used to plow streets during snowfall.