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Council limits spring and fall cleanup to green waste, will require proof of residency and secured site

2298596 · February 12, 2025
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After extended discussion about outside use and tipping fees, Harrisville City Council voted to limit the city spring and fall cleanup events to green waste only, require proof of residency, and secure the cleanup site. Staff will provide details on hours, signage and overtime for attendants.

HARRISVILLE — Harrisville City Council voted to modify its spring and fall cleanup program, limiting accepted materials to green waste, requiring proof of residency and securing the site, council members and staff said.

Staff presented background and several options, saying the cleanup program has become increasingly used for household garbage, mattresses and appliances as well as green waste. Jenny, a city staff member, reviewed alternatives — from maintaining the current open drop to moving the program to the new Public Works facility and using attendants to verify residency and screen materials. "I…

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