Garbage & Recycling
Keeping Eston clean and environmentally responsible is a community effort! Here's everything you need to know about our 2025 waste collection schedule and bin placement guidelines.
2025 Curbside Collection Schedule
Garbage (black bin) and recycling (blue bin) are collected on a rotating basis throughout the year. Please refer to the color-coded calendar link below for exact dates.
Collection Days by Area
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Wednesday: NW & NE of Main Street, Larson Crescent, East of Main Street, and all businesses
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Thursday: South of 5th Avenue SW
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Friday: North of 5th Avenue SW
All carts must be curbside by 8:00 AM on collection day.
Bin Placement Guidelines
Correct bin placement ensures efficient and safe pickup by waste collection services. Please follow these guidelines:
Ideal Placement
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Place carts on a flat surface at the edge of the curb or alley.
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Lids must be fully closed; overfilled bins may not be collected.
Common Mistakes That May Prevent Your Bin from Being Emptied
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Don’t place carts on snowbanks or uneven surfaces.
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Leave at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides — especially from parked cars or other carts.
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Do not place carts between closely parked vehicles unless there's 3 feet of space around them.
- Ensure the garbage is not over the weight limit.
Garbage & Recycling Reminders
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All garbage must be bagged and placed inside the black cart.
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Loose items or extra bags beside the cart will not be picked up.
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Carts should be returned to private property after collection to allow for snow removal and road safety.
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Do not paint, label, or modify your cart.
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In severe weather, leave your bin curbside; crews will resume service as soon as safe to do so.