Acceptable Containers
- Standard metal or plastic refuse containers.
- Containers must not exceed 35-gallon capacity, except for properties abutting alleys that use 96-gallon roll waste containers.
- Loaded 35-gallon or less containers must not weigh more than 60 pounds.
- Containers must have lifting handles and detachable, tight-fitting lids.
- Containers must be maintained in a sanitary condition.
- All animal wastes must be bagged securely and placed in a container.
- Sawdust and any other items that may scatter or create dust when dumped must be bagged or otherwise containerized.
- Any items that may pose a health hazard to city employees must be properly sealed and containerized.
- Separate, marked container(s) must be provided by the property owner for co-mingled recyclables. The co-mingled recyclables may include paper, metal, plastic, glass, cardboard and newspaper. (NOTE: Free stickers for recycling containers are available at City Hall and the J. David Foell Public Works Center).