Public Notice
In an effort to ensure the safety of curbside garbage collection workers, diversion and disposal facility workers and the public, and to protect the environment, the City of Vernon reminds residents to be aware of what should and should not be placed in their curbside garbage.
The following items should not be placed in curbside garbage. Residents must use other services and methods to manage these types of waste stream, not curbside collection:
- liquids
- hot ashes
- wood waste, drywall, scrap metal, concrete, bricks or other construction and demolition waste
- hazardous waste such as motor oil, paint, chemicals and pesticides
- batteries, electronics, small appliances, power tools
- beverage containers
- light bulbs, tubes or light fixtures
- recyclables including cardboard, paper, plastic containers, tin cans
- yard/garden waste
- Styrofoam packaging (e.g., found around electronics)
- glass containers (broken glass should be contained, not placed loose in the bag as it can cause injuries to collection workers)
- sharps (e.g., used needles, broken work knife blades)
Information on where a wide range of solid waste can be properly recycled, diverted or disposed can be found at the following sites:
For more information:
Chris Ovens
Director, Operation Services
250-550-7835
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