Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Reminder-Yard Waste must be in bags or containers


Lakeland residents are reminded that, since January 1, 2010, all yard waste must be bagged or in a green container to be picked up by All Star Waste Services as part of the regular pickup routes.

Yard waste that is not in a bag or container (such as limbs) will require a special pickup by calling All Star Waste Services at 901 854-8865 and requesting a special pickup. There is a $25 charge for special pickup of loose yard waste for the first 30 minutes and$10 for each additional five minutes.
Most loose yard waste I have observed can be picked up in 30 minutes. All Star Waste Systems vehicles are equipped with GPS locator's units to insure accuracy in billing. Charges for special pickups are billed directly by All Star Waste Systems.

The change was necessary due to the high cost of collecting loose limbs, which was being paid by all customers, current and future recycling requirements by the State of Tennessee and storm water requirements.


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