Looking to cut your waste and your bill?
Downsize carts if they’re rarely full. Have extra trash occasionally? You can set out an extra bag for $6.24, including taxes.
Choose every-other-week service if weekly pickup isn’t needed. This is a great option for households who compost because the stinky items are still collected weekly in organics.
Save on taxes by recycling and composting more. Garbage is taxed 25.25% by the state and county. There is no tax on recycling or composting.
Increase your recycling service. There is no additional cost to request a larger 95-gallon recycling cart or get a second recycling cart.
Start composting. About 30% of household garbage is compostable. If you aren’t composting yet, it is an easy way to reduce your garbage. Sign up at blm.mn/organics.
