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Collection Tips
Automated Garbage Collection
Place carts with handle facing away from the street.
In order to get more into the container, remove air from trash bags.
Compact you garbage as much as possible.
Flatten cardboard boxes to save space.
Do not place construction, remolding or demolition material in the cart.
Do not place hot ashes or flammable items in the cart.
Do not place your container near utility poles, fences, fire hydrants, vehicles or mailboxes.
Do not park on the street during collection day.
Bulk Collection
Remove doors from appliances before placing at the curb.
Place broken glass in a box for collection.
Dry out paint cans with cat litter, sand or air dry.
Bag or box loose yard waste.
Do not block drainage areas.
Do not park on the street during collection day.
Recycling Collection
Crush aluminum cans.
Rinse out plastic jugs.
Do not place plastic bags in recycling.
No glass.
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