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.