Garbage Collection Information

Garbage, recycle, yard waste and bulk are to be put out for collection the evening before pickup, as follows:

Wednesday: Garbage & Yard Waste

Saturday:  Garbage, Recycling & Bulk Pickup

  • Please do not bring items down before 5:00 PM
  • Bring the cans and bins back to the home after picking up ASAP or by 5:00 PM.
  • Place cans and recycle bins on side of driveway away from mailbox.

Residential Yard Waste / Vegetation

Residential yard waste and vegetation is collected one (1) time per week.

Yard waste refers to debris from routine residential yard maintenance only. Debris from land clearing or tree removal is not eligible to be collected at the curb. Each week, a maximum of one (1) 6 cubic yard pile of yard waste is collected.

To avoid service interruption:

  • Make sure pile does not exceed one (1) 6 cubic yard pile.
  • Keep it separate from other debris and free of dirt or sand.
  • Place loose vegetation like leaves, tree and hedge trimmings, pine needles, etc. in a container such as a paper bag or garbage can.
  • Cut branches into pieces that are no more than 6 feet long, 6 inches in diameter, and weigh no more than 50 pounds each. Palm fronds can be any length.
  • Neatly stack tree branches and palm fronds in a pile that does not exceed 6 cubic yards.

Yard waste that exceed one (1) 6 cubic yard pile will not be serviced. They will be tagged and it will be the residents’ responsibility to arrange for removal, either by hauling it to a permitted disposal facility, making arrangements with a private hauler, or contacting the SWA for a removal estimate based on a contract rate of $8 per cubic yard. Once paid, the yard waste will be removed within 72 hours. Note: Coconuts are not yard waste and must be placed in your garbage cart.

Bulk Pickup Information

ll items must weigh less than 50 lbs.
  • Household furniture, including couches, sofa beds, chair, tables, beds, dressers, etc.
  • Box spring/mattress (any size)
  • Shower doors, lamps, framed picture/mirror, as long as any glass is broken and containerized
  • Home office furniture
  • Children’s crib, change table, playpen, stroller, car seat, etc. and swing/play sets as long as they are broken down
  • Children’s bulky outdoor plastic toys (riding toy, playhouse, etc.)
  • Wood pallets that are broken down in 4 foot sections, have all nails removed, and placed in a container
  • Car tires that are off of the rim, with a limit of two per year
*Refrigerators and freezers have an airtight seal that is a potential safety hazard if there are children playing in the area. Remove the door/lid or tape closed to eliminate this threat.
  • Basketball hoops that are disassembled, cut in pieces 6 feet or smaller, and have had the water/sand removed from the base
  • Washers, dryers, dishwashers*
  • Stoves, microwaves & hot water tanks that have been drained
  • BBQ’s (no propane tanks)

*Some appliances have an airtight seal that is a potential safety hazard if there are children playing in the area. Remove the door/lid or tape closed to eliminate this threat.

  • Bagged drywall, with a limit of 2 cubic yards per service day
  • Siding that is in a container that weighs less than 50 lbs.
  • Carpeting that is cut to 4 foot lengths and rolled up, with a limit of 2 cubic yards per service day
  • Linoleum, tiles, etc. that is broken down and in a container that weighs less than 50 lbs. with a limit of 2 cubic yards per service day

SIGNIFICANT UPDATES FOR BRISTOL LAKES HOMEOWNERS

Please open each section below for important information.

Solid Waste Authority Vegetation Removal Issues as of 10/15/26 Impacting Bristol Lakes Homeowners

The Solid Wast Authority (SWA) has contracted Service Providers to provide Vegetation Removal services including residences in Bristol Lakes.  As of 10/15/26, Bristol Lakes has had two Vegetation pick-ups by the new Service Provider.  Unfortunately, the Service Provider apparently utilized a “claw” type device to pick up the vegetation which scraped and marred some driveways. 

Vegetation, Refuse Removal and Recycling services are NOT services provided by Bristol Lakes HOA contracted Service Providers. 

If your driveway was and/or is damaged by the Vegetation Removal Service Provider, please call SWA directly at 561-697-2700 to report the damage.  SWA responsively advised that they will send a representative to examine the damage and will follow-up to deal with the situation.  SWA further advised that they are proactively addressing the issue and exploring alternatives.  SWA suggested that vegetation be left on the grassy swale rather than on driveway hard surfaces.

Please do not contact Bristol Lakes’ Property Management company or HOA Board  Members regarding this matter.

  • Please be reminded that the new Comcast contract is in effect for all Aberdeen Communities. 
  • The new contract includes up to four “cable boxes” per home and high-speed internet (upgrades in process). 
  • Landline phone service and additional “cable boxes” are available at an additional cost to homeowners. 
  • The Xfinity app is available at no additional cost for download on newer model “SMART” televisions.  Some “SMART” televisions may require a “Firestick” and app download. 
  • To maximize your internet and cable TV communication speeds, Comcast may need to run a new cable into your home by appointment at no cost.
  • Homeowners can opt for “at home service” by appointment or pick-up, swap out and/or drop off equipment at Comcast retail locations with or without scheduled appointments.
  • Xfinity provides installation services at no cost through November 30, 2026.  Contact Comcast Bulk Service Department at 833-501-1893 and reference the Aberdeen Bulk Contract.  To expedite your call to the appropriate department, say “Billing” on the automated system to speak to a live Comcast Agent. 
  • A Comcast Represent will be stationed at the Aberdeen Activities Center on Wednesday mornings from 10am-12pm through October and possibly longer.

EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2026

Please be advised that the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA) has posted changes to the pick-up schedules impacting Bristol Lakes Homeowners.  Bristol Lakes is in Service Area 3.  For more detailed information, please visit the SWA website. 

PER THE SWA WEBSITE:

Garbage Collection Days: WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY mornings.

  • All garbage must be placed inside the SWA garbage cart provided by the contracted waste hauler. 
  • Any garbage bags or other loose household debris placed outside of the cart will not be collected and must be placed inside the cart for collection on the following scheduled service day. 
  • Place the garbage cart in front of your own home.    Remember: The cart handles face your house, and the arrows on the lid face the street. 
  • The cart should be within 6 feet of the roadway and at least 3 feet away from obstructions, such as additional SWA carts, recycling bins, mailboxes, fire hydrants, parked cars, yard waste piles, low-hanging tree limbs, etc. 

Recycling Collection Day: WEDNESDAY mornings.

  • Not all items are accepted for recycling. It is important to only place accepted items into the recycling bins.
  • For more information, please visit SWA website.

Vegetation & Bulk Collection Day: SATURDAY mornings.

  • Service area 3 has a vegetation limit of 12 cubic yards or less of yard waste curbside per week.  
  • Place bulk items like appliances, furniture and large household items that do not fit in the SWA cart at the curb.
  • Make sure nothing is stacked on top of water or gas meters, under low branches or utility wires or within 3 feet of mailboxes or fire hydrants. 

Additional Pickup Guidelines

  • Some residents may find they need a second cart. Second carts are available from SWA for purchase at a one-time cost of $85.
  • Residents will not incur any additional SWA collection or disposal charges for the second cart.

For additional information please contact SWA Customer Information Services at 561-697-2700

The Aberdeen Property Owners Association POA is requesting IMMEDIATE submissions of updated Homeowner contact information (names, phone numbers & email addresses) for the soon to be printed and distributed Aberdeen Homeowners Directory.  Please sent updates to info@carolinapm.com before October 18, 2026.

The Bristol Lakes Retention Ponds (previously referred to as “The Lakes”) are considered Aberdeen property and are maintained by the Aberdeen Property Owners Association (POA). 

  • The POA has repaired and updated the west retention pond fountain and electrical systems. 
  • The fountains in both Bristol Lakes Retention Ponds will be operating daily from 9am to 11pm.  All Aberdeen fountain operating hours have been modified by the POA.

Snakehead Fish have been observed in the Bristol Lakes Retention Ponds and are a significant threat to our Retention Ponds and the inhabitants of the Ponds.

  • Snakehead Fish should NOT be released back into the Ponds if caught.  DO NOT transport these fish alive. 
  • Photograph the Snakehead Fish and report the sighting to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-FWCC (888-404-3922) and/or submit a tip at MyFWC.com/WildlifeAlert .

Fishing and other activities ARE NOT RECOMMENDED in the Bristol Lakes Retention Ponds from March thru May due to the presence of Cottonmouth Snakes (Agkistrodon piscivorus), also widely called the water moccasin.  These venomous semi-aquatic pit viper snakes  are hazardous to humans and should not be released back into the Retention Ponds.