TRASH CART RULES
when should i put my cart out?
Trash collection begins at 7 a.m. and continue until routes are complete. Even if your materials are normally picked up at a certain time of day, all items should be at the curb by 7 a.m. Routes can change for many reasons which may alter the collection time on your street.
We will not return to empty a cart that was late to the curb.
where should i place my cart?
Carts must be placed on a level surface with the arrow on the cover pointing towards the street (opening of lid should face the street; wheels toward the residence). Do not place on the sidewalk.
how far away should i keep my cart(s) from other objects?
At least 3 feet and be free and clear of obstacles.
WHERE DO I PLACE MY CART WHEN IT SNOWS?
Keep carts out of snowbanks. Carts will not be emptied if placed on a snowbank and the cart will not be emptied until the next designated pick up day.
Can i throw loose trash in the cart?
what type of trash can i put in my cart?
The following items are NOT accepted:
- Animal carcasses
- Ashes (if there is a dumpster fire due to ashes you will be responsible for the dumpster replacement fee)
- Concrete
- Batteries (vehicle, lawnmower, etc.)
- Hazardous chemicals
- Paint
- Propane tanks
- Small engine equipment (lawnmowers, snow blowers, etc.)
- Tires
- Yard waste
- Construction material
- Large items (furniture, appliances, etc.)
- Metal
Can i cram garbage into the cart?
Do not cram garbage into the cart. This causes the trash to get stuck in the cart and it cannot be completely emptied.
is it okay to overfill the cart?
If the lid of your trash cart cannot be completely closed, there is too much material inside it. Please do not overfill the cart.
Am i responsible for keeping the cart clean? yes, with these easy steps...
can i paint my trash cart or write my house number on it?
Do not mark or paint the cart in any way; this will be considered graffiti. The cart is property of Tri-City Sanitation. You will be charged the replacement fee if you permanently alter the cart in any way.
Customer is responsible for the cart replacement cost of $80 if damages are caused by the customer.
who do i contact if my cart is broken and need repairs?
Call or email Tri-City Sanitation.
IF I MOVE, DO I TAKE THE CART WITH ME TO MY NEW HOME?
If you move, do not take the cart with you. Each cart is stamped with a number that is specifically assigned to your address.
WHAT IF MY CART IS STOLEN?
If the cart is stolen, Tri-City Sanitation will make an attempt to locate it. If it cannot be located, the replacement fee of $80 will be charged to the resident.