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Council requests study of bulk-trash set-out schedule to reduce street debris and scavenging

3154762 · March 25, 2025
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Staff will study alternative set-out timeframes for bulk trash after council members expressed concerns about debris being scattered during long curbside exposure; staff estimated 40 hours of work to produce options.

Council asked staff March 20 to study options for bulk-trash set-out timing after several council members said long curbside exposure—currently permitted from the Thursday before service week until 6 a.m. the Monday of collection week—contributes to wind scattering and scavenging.

Michelle Watanko, director of field operations, said the current policy allows residents to place bulk items out after 6 a.m. on the Thursday…

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