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city's refuse and recycling initiative - City of Lakewood, Ohio

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Questions? (continued)What if I live on a small street<strong>and</strong> the trucks won’t fit?Some <strong>Lakewood</strong> streets present extra challenges.The Refuse <strong>and</strong> Recycling Division will addressthese areas on an individual basis <strong>and</strong> may alterthe means <strong>of</strong> collection on those streets.What should I do with my old garbage cans?They can be stored away <strong>and</strong> used on heavytrash weeks. They can also be converted intocompost bins or rain barrels. Unneeded cansshould be recycled.Is there anything the <strong>City</strong> doesnot collect from the curb?The <strong>City</strong> does not collect tires, motor oil, liquids,paint, contractor debris, or loose materialsthat are not packaged or contained properly.Contact the Division <strong>of</strong> Refuse <strong>and</strong> Recyclingfor disposal information.What if I have more questions?Contact the Division <strong>of</strong> Refuse <strong>and</strong> Recyclingat 216.252.4322 or view the web site atOne<strong>Lakewood</strong>.comWhat about parked cars?The automated truck arm has a reach <strong>of</strong> 10'.They can reach straight past a parked car tograb <strong>and</strong> empty the container. Cars parked tooclose to or directly in front <strong>of</strong> the container willinhibit collection.Green Tip! Donate clothing <strong>and</strong> household items that are in good condition to charitiessuch as Planet Aid, Easter Seals, Goodwill, Salvation Army, Purple Heart <strong>and</strong> Amvets.Many drop boxes are located throughout <strong>Lakewood</strong> <strong>and</strong> some <strong>of</strong> these organizations evenpick up items at your doorstep.Where?Location12920 Berea Road<strong>Lakewood</strong>, <strong>Ohio</strong> 44111Phone216.252.4322Winter Hours7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday–Friday8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., SaturdaySummer Hours(during daylight saving time)7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., SaturdayPersonal vehicles only after 3:00 p.m.weekdays <strong>and</strong> Saturdays.Drop-Off FacilityThe Division <strong>of</strong> Refuse <strong>and</strong> Recycling provides a drop-<strong>of</strong>f facility to <strong>Lakewood</strong> residents<strong>and</strong> businesses for the disposal <strong>of</strong> <strong>refuse</strong>, recyclables, yard waste, construction debris<strong>and</strong> hazardous waste materials. Identification showing pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> residence <strong>and</strong> vehicleregistration is required. Charges may apply for <strong>refuse</strong> not brought in the property owner’sor resident’s personal vehicle.The following recyclable materials are accepted: aluminum cans, anti-freeze, appliances& recyclable metals, batteries, blue bag mixed recycle, mixed paper recycle, cardboard,motor oil, yard waste, clean & useable clothing.A paper shredding service for <strong>Lakewood</strong> residents <strong>and</strong> businesses is provided forconfidential documents (remove envelopes, folders, etc.).In cooperation with the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District, the facility <strong>of</strong>fersyear-round drop-<strong>of</strong>f <strong>of</strong> computers, fluorescent tubes, household hazardous waste,<strong>and</strong> tires (<strong>of</strong>f the rim) to <strong>Lakewood</strong> residents.<strong>Lakewood</strong> Green Refuse <strong>and</strong> Recycling Initiative | 0ne<strong>Lakewood</strong>.com | 216.252.4322

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