Delays in Collecting Little Rock Yard Waste Prompt Overtime Order for Public Works Staff
Yard Waste Collection Issues
Little Rock’s yard waste collection has faced significant delays, leading to an overtime order for public works staff. The delays are causing inconvenience to residents who expect their yard waste, including leaves and branches, to be picked up on schedule. This setback is impacting the effectiveness of the city’s sanitation services.
Regular Schedules Upheld for Garbage and Recycling
Despite the yard waste collection issues, garbage and recycling services continue to follow their regular schedules. Residents are advised to place their household garbage, including cardboard boxes and clothes in plastic bags, in the designated bins by 7:00 a.m. on the scheduled collection day. Recyclable materials, such as paper, plastic, and glass, should be separated from other waste and placed in the green bins provided by Waste Management. Household chemicals and hazardous materials are not picked up curbside and require special drop-off arrangements.
Changes in Collection During Holidays
The garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection schedules are subject to adjustments on holidays. For example, collections scheduled on holidays like Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving are shifted to the previous or next business day. Residents are advised to hold their trash until the next regularly scheduled day to avoid delays and disruptions.
Public Works Efficiency Efforts
The overtime order for public works staff is an effort to address the yard waste collection delays and maintain the overall efficiency of the sanitation services. The city is committed to providing reliable and convenient waste management solutions to its residents.
