Our community CITY SERVICES summer 2014
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Curbside Organics recycling tips
Collection • A pick up schedule is available online at Airdrie.ca/organics. • Remember to put your cart out on collection day even if it isn’t full. • Have your green cart at the curb by 7 a.m. • Ensure there is one metre of clearance around the cart to allow the automated truck to pick up the cart safely. • Place your green cart where you normally place your garbage (front street or back alley pick up). • Ensure the front faces out. • If you have front street pick up, place your green cart on the street. During winter months, modifications may have to be made. • If you live in a cul-de-sac or other area that is challenging for green cart collection and you have concerns about pick up or green cart placement, please call Waste & Recycling at 403.948.0246. Staff will assist you with a solution for successful curbside pick up.
Green cart care • Carts can be stored in your garage, by your house or in a shed. Keep them in a shaded, cool spot. • Clean the carts the same way you would clean a garbage can rinse them periodically to wash off any debris. Empty the water from the cart into your lawn or garden (please do not allow rinsing water to wash into the storm water system) and allow it to dry completely. • The green carts are the property of City of Airdrie but the responsibility lies with the homeowner. The green carts remain with the home if you move.