What are the solid waste disposal service requirements?

The number of bags should not exceed 7 per dwelling on a single collection day.

Each container and its contents must not exceed 50 lbs and be equipped with at least one handle for pulling or lifting.

Receptacles may be placed beginning at dusk of the night before the scheduled collection day but no later than 6 am of the collection day.

All receptacles or solid waste containers shall be constructed of metal or plastic and shall be watertight and fitted with a tight-fitting covering which shall prevent spilling or leakage of contents. For single-family residences, each container shall have the capacity of not more than 35 gallons for garbage and shall be equipped with at least one handle for pulling and lifting.

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1. How do I dispose of bulk items?
2. How do I report that my garbage was missed?
3. We are expecting a major snowstorm on my garbage day; will my garbage be picked up?
4. What are the solid waste disposal service requirements?
5. Who should I contact to report that my garbage can is missing or damaged after my regularly scheduled garbage collection?
6. What are the holidays in 2023 where there is no garbage collection?