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1. When is the Transfer Station open?

The Transfer Station, located at 386 Willie Hill Road in Wells, is open Tuesday – Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm and Saturday - 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Closed Sunday, Monday & Holidays. Hours subject to change.

2. How do I dispose of trash?

Residents are required to purchase a roll of Pay-As-You Throw bags. These bags are orange in color with the town seal imprinted on the side of the bag. Bags are available in 3 sizes:

• 15 gallon for $8.00 for a roll of 5 bags
• 33 gallon for $10.50 for a roll of 5 bags
• 45 gallon for $20.50 for a roll of 5 bags.

Bags must be tied shut with nothing sticking out. Bags must then be brought to the Wells Transfer Station for proper disposal. An attendant can direct you to the appropriate area for trash disposal.

Large waste and bulky items that do not fit in the orange bags are subject to extra fees. An attendant must evaluate the item, determine a fee and receive payment prior to placing the item in the disposal area.

3. Where can I buy the orange "Pay-as-You-Throw" trash bags?

The bags are sold are various locations around town:

• Aubuchon Hardware, 1165 Post Road
• Hannaford Supermarket, 107 Wells Plaza
• Walgreens Wells, 1036 Post Road
• Spiller's Farm Store, 1054 Branch Road
• Wells Town Hall 208 Sanford Road
• Wells Transfer Station, 386 Willey Hill Road

4. During what hours is Town Hall open?

Town Hall is open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each Month 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.  Exceptions are for federal / state holidays and weather emergencies.