For Immediate Release
September 1, 2015
CONTACT: Brian Pugh
Waste Reduction Coordinator
Recycling and Trash Collection Division
479-718-7685
bpugh@fayetteville-ar.gov
September Recycling & Trash Collection Schedule and Information Update
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark— The City of Fayetteville Recycling and Trash Collection Division’s September Schedule and Information Update is now available, including Labor Day holiday schedules, Fall Ward Bulky Waste cleanup information, and a Paper Shredding vent. Below are the Labor Day holiday schedules for the Recycling and Trash Collection Division.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2015
• Residential and Commercial Recycling & Trash Collection – RUN AS SCHEDULED
• Recycling & Trash Collection Office – CLOSED
• Transfer Station – CLOSED
• Marion Orton Recycling Drop-Off – CLOSED (Happy Hollow location is open)
Updated information about the Recycling and Trash Collection Division’s facilities and programs can be reviewed below.
FALL WARD BULKY WASTE CLEAN-UPs:
Clean-ups are for the disposal of large bulky waste only. Normal household waste will not be accepted. E-waste can be accepted during the clean-ups but only at the Happy Hollow location. Each clean-up is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. For a more detailed list of what is accepted http://www.fayetteville-ar.gov/699 or call our main office at 479-575-8398.
Ward 4 on Saturday, September 12:
• Owl Creek School (Front parking lot) 375 N. Rupple Road
• Recycling & Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
Ward 3 on Saturday, October 3
• Vandergriff Elementary (2975 E. Township St.) Enter off Mission and exit out on Township
• Recycling & Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
Ward 1 on Saturday, October 10:
• Shaver Foods parking lot (behind Randall Tyson Track complex) 1367 S. Beechwood
• Recycling & Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
Ward 2 on Saturday, October 17:
• Woodland Jr. High (1 E. Poplar St.)
• Recycling & Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
PAPER SHREDDING EVENT
The City of Fayetteville will host a paper shredding event on Saturday, October 3rd, from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Recycling and Trash Collection Division facility located at 1560 S. Happy Hollow Road in southeast Fayetteville. The shredding event is for Fayetteville residents only, and there is a limit of 5 normal-size boxes of paper for drop-off. For more information, please contact Brian Pugh at 718-7685 or bpugh@fayetteville-ar.gov.
HAPPY HOLLOW RECYCLING DROP-OFF CENTER
Location: 1420 S. Happy Hollow Road
Hours of Operation: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Fees: FREE
Please visit http://recyclesomething.org/ for more information about recycling in Fayetteville.
MARION ORTON RECYCLING DROP-OFF CENTER
Location: 735 W. North Street
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Closed on Sunday and on City holidays
Fees: FREE
Please visit http://recyclesomething.org/ for more information about recycling in Fayetteville.
COMPOST & MULCH FACILITY
Location: 1708 S. Armstrong Avenue
Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
First two Saturdays of the month (April-October) from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Closed on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, some Saturdays, and on City holidays
Fees: varies
Residential Drop-Off:
• There is no fee for Fayetteville residents, please bring a recent water bill showing recycling and trash collection charges and proof of residency.
Commercial Drop-Off:
• Drop-off for commercial landscapers and contractors are allowed to use the site for drop off purposes.
• Fees range from $5.00 to $15.00 plus tax depending on size of trailer or truck.
Compost Distribution for RESIDENTS ONLY:
• Screened compost is available for purchase, while supplies last. Please bring a recent water bill showing recycling and trash collection charges and proof of residency.
BULK COMPOST:
• $20 plus tax per scoop (2½ cubic yards or enough to fill the bed of a regular size pick-up truck).
• One scoop limit – this allows a chance for most residents to purchase the compost should they desire.
BAGGED COMPOST:
• $4.00 plus tax per bag (approximately 1 cubic foot)
• Purchases of ten or more bags must be placed in advance. To schedule an advance order, please call 479-575-8398.
Mulch Distribution
• Available to anyone, while supplies last
• $10 plus tax per scoop (2½ cubic yards or enough to fill the bed of a regular size pick-up truck).
TRANSFER STATION (Trash Disposal)
Location: 1560 S. Happy Hollow Road
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., excluding holidays.
Closed on Sunday and on City holidays
Fees: $45.20 plus tax per ton, $28.90 minimum, or $6.20 plus tax per bag.
Additional information about the Recycling and Trash Collection Division’s facilities and programs can be found online here http://www.fayetteville-ar.gov/531.
The Washington County Environmental Affairs Office maintains a site for disposal of hazardous waste. Information about the Office’s programs can be found here: https://www.co.washington.ar.us/index.aspx?page=187.
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