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Posted November 18, 2024
Bagged Compost Sale
Slightly damaged/faded bags on sale at Metro Recycling Facility, while supplies last!
Posted November 12, 2024
Winter Collection is Coming to Town
Make a list and check it twice…to get your Compost It! bags and stickers!
Posted October 18, 2024
Yard Waste Collection is Leaf-ing for the Season
Curbside collection ends the final week of November 2024.
Posted October 10, 2024
Fall Compost Sale
Bulk compost now just $22 per cubic yard for commercial customers!
Posted April 01, 2024
Tag It, Bag It, or Wheel It
There are a variety of ways to easily get your yard waste collected curbside!
Posted March 01, 2024
Yard Waste Season Begins
The Compost It! program's curbside yard waste collection will begin for the season the week of April 1, 2024.
Posted October 14, 2023
Yard Waste Basics
The leaves are changing, learn what to do with your yard waste this season!
Posted September 12, 2023
Give Your Lawn Some TLC
Ensure lush green come spring!
Posted October 13, 2022
The Grass Isn't Always Greener, It's Grow Gold Compost
When fall is upon us, we often think to prune back trees and shrubs, but what about prepping the lawn?
Posted June 20, 2022
Make Yard Waste Collection A Breeze This Summer!
While you might be in vacation mode, your yard waste habits shouldn't be!
Posted March 22, 2022
The Scoop On Compost
As you begin to make plans for your lawn and garden this year, be sure to add compost to your list!
Posted March 06, 2022
Storm Cleanup Information
This page will continue to be updated as more information becomes available
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