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Trash service benefits

  • Automated pick-up is more efficient, which keeps rates low
  • Drivers will lift trash cans less often reducing injuries
  • Discounts are available for qualified low-income households
  • Carry-out service is available for those needing assistance getting carts to the curb
  • New trash and recycling trucks will run on compressed natural gas (CNG) reducing emissions an improving fuel efficiency

Recycling service benefits

  • No-sort recycling makes it easy to recycle and reduce waste
  • Recycling customers pay $4 less per month than non-recyclers
  • Recycling extends the life of the landfill by diverting waste
  • Recycling will be picked up every other week, which means fewer trucks driving through our neighborhoods kicking up dust and exhaust

New cart benefits

  • No more lugging trash cans, just roll your new carts to the curb
  • New carts save space by consolidating trash cans into one cart
  • Containerized trash prevents animals from getting into the garbage
  • New carts help keep our neighborhoods, streets, and alleys clean

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