News Summary
In the aftermath of severe storms in West Michigan, the City of Grand Rapids is facilitating yard waste disposal for residents. A free drop-off site at 2001 Butterworth SW is available year-round, along with curbside yard waste collection services. Residents must ensure their waste is properly bagged and can seek guidance or have questions directed to the city’s service line. This initiative aims to assist in the efficient cleanup and ensure that the community remains safe and environmentally responsible.
Grand Rapids – Following severe storms that struck West Michigan on May 15, the City of Grand Rapids is offering residents multiple options for yard waste disposal as cleanup efforts begin. The storms left behind fallen leaves, branches, and other debris that require prompt attention.
The City of Grand Rapids has established a free year-round drop-off site for residents to dispose of their yard waste, located at 2001 Butterworth SW. This drop-off site will be operational from Monday to Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Residents are reminded that this facility is exclusively for Grand Rapids residents, and proof of residence, such as an ID, must be presented upon arrival. The drop-off site can only accept residential yard waste; commercial contractors are directed to coordinate directly with the City’s composting vendor, We Care Denali, at 616-268-5164 for disposal instructions and tipping fee information.
At the drop-off site, yard waste must be either loose or contained in paper bags, as plastic bags are not accepted. This is to ensure proper composting and management of the yard waste collected.
In addition to the drop-off options, Grand Rapids provides curbside yard waste collection from early April through mid-December. This curbside service coincides with regular waste collection days. However, due to the anticipated increase in yard waste following the recent storm, city officials have advised residents to expect possible delays in curbside collection services.
For residents who prefer curbside collection, it is necessary to purchase yard waste tags, paper bags, or bulk tags, which can be acquired at City Hall or at selected local supermarkets. A full list of authorized sellers is available on the City’s official website for easy reference.
Residents who are uncertain about the eligibility of their yard waste for the drop-off site or have other questions regarding disposal options are encouraged to call the City’s service line at 311 or 616-456-3000 for assistance. Furthermore, additional information regarding yard waste collection and other waste services can be found on the City’s Waste Collection Page.
This comprehensive response by the City of Grand Rapids aims to assist residents in managing the aftermath of the storm efficiently, ensuring that fallen debris is collected and disposed of responsibly, contributing to community safety and environmental care.
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- WWMT News
- Wikipedia: Yard Waste
- Grand Rapids Magazine
- Google Search: Yard Waste Disposal
- WZZM 13 News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Composting
- MLive News
- Google News: Grand Rapids Yard Waste
