The Village of Wayne City has announced that its annual clean-up day will take place on Monday, May 4th. Republic Services, the company handling the collection, has released specific guidelines for what household items will be accepted curbside and which items will not. According to Republic Services, only household items will be collected. All items must be manageable by two people and should not exceed 5 feet in length. Carpets must be cut, rolled, and securely tied in bundles no longer than 4 feet or heavier than 50 pounds. Loose or bagged items must also be tied with string or twine.
Accepted items include:
Clothing, dishes, glassware, books, housewares, and hand tools
Furniture such as couches, chairs, tables, mattresses, and box springs (mattresses and box springs must be wrapped in plastic)
Carpets and padding (bundled and tied)
Small amounts of remodeling debris, provided they are neatly stacked and manageable
Appliances that do not contain Freon
Prohibited items include:
Construction debris (concrete, bricks, shingles, drywall, fencing, railroad ties)
Hazardous waste (oil, paint, solvents, batteries, tires, etc.)
Yard waste (leaves, grass, branches)
Car parts, engines, propane tanks
Large amounts of remodeling debris
Electronics (televisions, computers, monitors, DVD/VCR players)
Appliances containing Freon
Residents are reminded to place all acceptable items at the curb for collection and to ensure items meet the outlined requirements. For further information, residents may contact the Wayne City Village Hall or Republic Services directly.