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Green Waste Barrel Recycling Program

 

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Americans generate approximately 180 million tons of garbage each year.  Of this, green waste (grass, leaves, plant trimmings, tree branches and prunings) represents about 18% or 32 million tons.  Recycling yard waste reduces the amount of waste going to the landfills.

 

Why should I recycle my green yard waste?

• Potential reduction in monthly solid waste disposal costs
  • If you have more than one black garbage barrel, you can exchange one of them for a "green waste only" barrel and reduce your monthly trash bill.
• Material is reused as compost, mulch and raw material for other applications
• Conserves landfill space

 

How can I obtain a green waste barrel?

Green waste barrels are available for an additional $5.51 per month (6-month minimum service requirement) and are collected on the same day as the blue barrel.  If you would like to participate in the program or would like more information, please call Customer Service.  You can also request a green barrel by completing the online request form.

 

Green waste barrel reminders

• Only place unbagged yard waste such as grass, leaves, plant trimmings, small tree branches and prunings into the green barrel.   Due to the uses of the collected material, palm fronds and cacti are currently not accepted in the green barrel.
• Cut tree branch limbs and trimmings into two-foot sections.
• Do not use barrel for lumber, trash, food waste, metal or concrete.
• Place barrel out for collection on a weekly basis to avoid generating odors.
• General barrel reminders

 

Why do City of Mesa employees look inside our neighborhood barrels?

 

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