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City adds bulk trash pickup form online

By Sarah Shurge accommodated by the trash cart.
Do you have large, bulky items Please note that certain items re-
that you need to dispose of but they quire specific preparatory actions by
don’t fit in your trash can and you the resident for collection or are not
aren’t sure how to schedule a pickup acceptable for pickup. This includes
for them? appliances, which must have freon
The City of Wayne and Priority removed by a technician and be
Waste are proud to announce the tagged, and doors removed for safety.
launch of their new online form for Hard pieces such as stone, brick,
scheduling bulk item pickups. pavers, and concrete, large entertain-
This service is essential for dis- ment centers, mirrors/glass pieces,
posing of common household bulk and tires are also subject to specific
items such as: mattresses, box handling instructions or may not be
springs, chairs, ottomans, couches, collected at all.
toilets, empty hot water tanks, etc. The introduction of the online
This new online platform is de- bulk item pickup form reflects the
signed to significantly enhance the City of Wayne’s commitment to pro-
city’s refuse collection services, while viding efficient and accessible waste
ensuring a more efficient and user- management services to its residents
friendly experience for residents to and is part of its ongoing efforts to
request special pickups for bulk ensure a cleaner, safer environment
items. for all community members.
The City of Wayne and Priority You can now schedule a bulk pick up online at cityofwayne.com. For more information and to
Waste made the process as straight- lar trash collection day. If scheduled within 48 hours be- schedule your bulk item pickup,
forward as possible. It is crucial for all bulk items to fore the regular trash pickup day, the visit: cityofwayne.com.
Special pickup requests must be be placed outside the night before pickup will be scheduled for the fol- To contact the City of Wayne De-
submitted by 3pm at least three busi- the scheduled service day. Pickups lowing week’s collection day. partment of Public Works, call
ness days (excluding weekends and will occur on regular trash collection The City of Wayne defines a bulk (734)721-8600 or email DPW@city-
holidays) before the residents’ regu- days. item as a large piece that cannot be ofwayne.com.

12 · April 2024 · The Wayne Dispatch