For Immediate Release
March 2, 2016
CONTACT: Brian Pugh
Waste Reduction Coordinator
Recycling and Trash Collection Division
479-718-7685
bpugh@fayetteville-ar.gov
March Recycling and Trash Collection Schedule and Information Update
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The City of Fayetteville Recycling and Trash Collection Division’s March Schedule and Information Update is now available, including Spring Ward Bulky Waste Clean-Up information and an April Paper Shredding Event. Updated information about the Recycling and Trash Collection Division’s facilities and programs can be reviewed below.
SPRING BULKY WASTE CLEAN-UPS:
The Spring Ward Bulky Waste Clean-Ups are now scheduled with one in March and the other dates in April and May. Clean-Ups are for the disposal of large bulky waste only. No normal household waste will be accepted. E-waste can be accepted during the clean-ups but only at the Happy Hollow location. For a more detailed list of what is accepted, please refer to this webpage www.fayetteville-ar.gov/699 or call our main office at 479-575-8398.
Ward 4 on March 19
• Owl Creek School (375 N. Rupple Road)
• Recycling and Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
Ward 3 on April 2
• Vandergriff Elementary (2975 E. Township Street)
• Recycling and Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
Ward 1 on April 16
• Shaver Foods (1367 S. Beechwood Avenue)
• Recycling and Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
Ward 2 on May 9
• Church of Christ (303 W. Center Street)
• Recycling and Trash Collection Facility (1560 S. Happy Hollow Road)
PAPER SHREDDING EVENT
The City of Fayetteville will host a paper shredding event on Saturday, April 2, from 11 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 479-718-7685 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: $46.80 plus tax per ton, $29.95 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/recycle.
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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