Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. The City of Shawnee offers comprehensive trash collection services designed to meet residents’ disposal needs efficiently and conveniently.
References:
- City of Shawnee Solid Waste/Recycling: https://www.shawneeok.org/government/departments/utilities_(sma)/solid_waste_recycling.php
- Shawnee Curbside Pickup and Landfill Vouchers: https://www.cityofshawnee.org/residents/trash_collection_recycling_and_yard_waste/tidy_town_and_curbside_bulky-item_pick_up
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Shawnee
Shawnee residents can easily manage their waste disposal through a structured collection system. The city provides multiple services to ensure convenient trash removal:
Residential Trash Collection
- Polycart service occurs once a week
- Garbage must be placed inside designated polycarts
- Place cart within two feet of the curb, street, or alley
- Ensure cart is out by 7:00 AM on collection day
- Leave 3-4 feet clearance around the cart
- Avoid placing near mailboxes, parked cars, or trees
Curbside Recycling Services
The city offers an innovative “You Toss It, We Sort It” recycling program:
- Use a blue 18-gallon bin alongside your regular polycart
- Accepted items include:
- Paper (books, magazines, all types)
- Plastic (#1 and #2 containers, rinsed)
- Aluminum and metal cans
- Empty metal containers
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Shawnee provides monthly bulk waste collection:
- Occurs during the first full calendar week of each month
- Pickup coincides with your regular trash day
- Accepted items include:
- Stoves
- Refrigerators
- Televisions
- Water tanks
- Washing machines
- Furniture
- Maximum volume: 3 cubic yards per month
- Freon-containing items require special certification
Yard Waste Services
- Weekly collection on your normal pickup day
- Tree limbs must be:
- No longer than 3 feet
- Maximum 2 inches in diameter
- Bundled with twine or string
- Place yard waste within 7 feet of the curbside
- Do not mix with polycart contents
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
While specific holiday schedules weren’t detailed in the sources, residents should typically expect potential service adjustments during major holidays. Contact Central Disposal at 405-275-0900 for precise holiday scheduling.
Additional Disposal Options
Transfer Station
- Location: 700 E. 45th Street
- Rates: $61.75 per ton (effective 11/1/2024)
- Shawnee water bill holders get one free pickup load monthly
Landfill Access
- Center Point landfill near Prague
- Residents can dispose of 3 cubic yards monthly at no charge
- Bring residential water bill and matching ID
How to Find Your Pickup Services
- Use Sanitation Service Interactive Map: https://arcg.is/0T1Wva
- Contact Central Disposal: 405-275-0900
- Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Shawnee’s comprehensive waste management services ensure residents can easily and responsibly dispose of household waste, recyclables, and bulky items. By following guidelines and utilizing available services, community members contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable city.
https://www.shawneeok.org/government/departments/utilities_(sma)/solid_waste_recycling.php
One (1) free level pickup bed or equivalent load per month. Over one (1) level pickup bed is $10.00 a linear foot. Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday: 8:00
https://www.cityofshawnee.org/residents/trash_collection_recycling_and_yard_waste/tidy_town_and_curbside_bulky-item_pick_up
Haulers are required to provide one free bulky item pickup per calendar year for Shawnee customers. Contact your hauler to learn more: Waste Management: (913)