HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019 09 09 Informational 202 - Recycling and Solid Waste Education Initiative INFORMATIONAL AGENDA ITEM 202
CITY COMMISSION AGENDA I SEPTEMBER 9, 2019 1 REGULAR
y MEETING
TITLE
Recycling and Solid Waste Education Initiative
SUMMARY
The Finance Department would like to advise the Commission of an initiative to
better inform our residents and businesses about the recycling services offered by
the Seminole County landfill and the solid waste guidelines with Waste Pro, our
solid waste franchisee. Based on the solid waste surveythat was conducted by UCF
earlier this year, a large percentage of the issues and concerns expressed by our
residents indicates the need for education regarding recycling and solid waste.
Attached please find two educational inserts to be scheduled in future utility bills.
Thefirst attachment borrows from Orange County'sThinkS recycling initiative. This
largely-visual flyer depicts the five categories which are acceptable for recycling per
Seminole County's recycling program. The second attachment offers basic
guidelines for Waste Pro's solid waste services. This information will also be posted
on the City's website. In partnership with the City, Waste Pro is sharing the cost of
these educational inserts.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Commission receive and review the information
provided.
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UTILITY BILLING SERVICES
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1959 WINTER SPRINGS,FLORIDA 32708
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Dear Valued Customer,
This is a friendly reminder of the services provided to you by our waste management partner, Waste
Pro. Listed below is a summary of collection guidelines that is important to know and will be helpful
during your collection schedule.
Collection Schedule
• To view your regular pickup schedule,visit www.wasteprousa.com/winter-springs.
• All collection items must be placed at your curbside at 7:00 a.m.
Household Trash (collected twice a week)
• Place trash in Waste Pro cart, suitable containers, and bags. Containers cannot exceed 50lbs.
• Bulk items are collected on the second trash day per week and are limited to three items.
Examples include mattresses, sofas, beds, fence panels (cut to 4ft by 4ft sections).
Vegetative Yard Waste (collected on Wednesday)
• For large tree branches, cut into 4ft or less.
• For small tree branches, bundle and tie together.
• Stack palm fronds neatly.
• Place clippings and leaves in bags or trash containers.
• Tied bundles, bags, and containers cannot exceed 50lbs and are limited to 15 bags.
• Due to environmental standards, vegetative waste cannot mix with other types of trash.
• Christmas Trees
Recycling (collected once a week)
• Recycling bins are available at City Hall. Extra bins are also available for purchase.
• All items must fit in the recycling bin(s), and cannot be placed in bags or other containers.
• Any items left behind are materials that cannot be accepted for processing.
• Recycled items must be free of food residue and other materials.
• Please see page 2 for a list of recyclables.
Special Services
• For excessive bulk or appliance pick-up, please call 407-327-5996 to schedule a special pick-up.
• Customers with special needs, please call 407-327-5996.
These guidelines are in place to maintain compliance with environmental agencies, meet the
requirements of the processors of your recyclable materials, and help the Waste Pro crews maintain the
collection schedule.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us at 407-327-1800 or
customerservice@winterspringsfl.org.
Sincerely,
Utility Billing Services
City of Winter Springs