This morning the Borough held a much-needed stream cleanup event to remove trash in and around the creek that flows through the Borough. We had many great volunteers who managed to clean out a massive amount of garbage in two hours. Two shopping carts, 6 car tires, chairs, and numerous garbage bags full of plastic bottles were removed. In addition to picking up trash, the … [Read more...] about Stream Cleanup Day Event was a Great Success!
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Looking for Volunteers for Stream Clean-up Day, Saturday June 5th
When: Saturday, June 5th, 2021 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where: East Washington Borough Public Works salt lot East Washington is organizing a stream cleanup effort to remove trash and debris from the stream that flows through the green zone. We are looking for volunteers to join us on Saturday, June 5th 9:00 to 12:00 meeting at the Borough Public Works salt lot access from East … [Read more...] about Looking for Volunteers for Stream Clean-up Day, Saturday June 5th
East Washington Household Hazardous Waste
Republic Services (our trash collector) will now provide enhanced trash collection in the Borough on April 1st. The enhanced services are the special collection of electronic and hazardous household waste. There will be a $4.05 service price increase starting with your Q2 2021 invoice. Your hazardous waste and electronics can now be safely collected from each home by … [Read more...] about East Washington Household Hazardous Waste
Garbage Rescheduled for February 10, 2021
Because of the snow this morning, garbage collection is rescheduled for tomorrow February 10th, 2021. Please do not put out your trash until tomorrow morning. Our public works department is out taking care of the roads. Please be safe. … [Read more...] about Garbage Rescheduled for February 10, 2021
Garbage and Recycling Information
Recently there has been some confusion regarding trash and recycling with our garbage collector Republic Services. Garbage Collection Garbage should be placed in a properly secured container with a lid in 60-pound bins or less and/or plastic bags 35 pounds or less. If you are a renter, please encourage your landlord to supply adequate garbage containers. Bulk Items An … [Read more...] about Garbage and Recycling Information