Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community, and the City of Georgetown provides comprehensive trash collection services to ensure residents have reliable and convenient disposal options. By partnering with Republic Services, the city offers streamlined solid waste and recycling solutions that meet the diverse needs of both residential and commercial customers.
References:
- Georgetown Municipal Water and Sewer Service – Garbage Information
- Georgetown Solid Waste and Recycling Services
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Georgetown
Waste collection services in Georgetown operate Monday through Friday, with pickup times between 6 am and 6 pm. Residents should be aware that weather conditions and holidays may impact the standard collection schedule.
Residential Trash Collection
Standard Service
- Base rate includes one waste cart and one recycling cart
- Waste cart collected maximum once per week
- Recycling cart collected maximum every other week
Current Rates (February 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025)
- Base Rate: $16.63 per month
- Senior Rate: $13.89 per month
- Additional Waste Cart: $4.24 (maximum one additional cart)
Recycling Services
Bi-weekly recycling pickup is included in the standard service. Residents can:
- Request a recycling cart by calling Republic Services at 502-209-3800
- Use the online account to manage recycling services
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Republic Services offers:
- No-cost collection of one bulk item per week
- Accepted items include:
- Mattresses (wrapped in plastic)
- Fully assembled furniture
- Large appliances (doors removed)
- Bundled brush (4-foot lengths, under 50 pounds)
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Residents can:
- Place bagged leaves, sticks, and brush in garbage carts
- Bundle sticks/leaves for bulk item pickup
- Contact Public Works at 502-863-9855 for loose leaf collection
Cart Placement Guidelines
To ensure efficient collection:
- Place cart within 12 inches of street edge
- Position cart handles facing home
- Lid should open towards street
- Leave 5 feet of clearance from other objects
- Set out carts the night before scheduled pickup
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Collection may be impacted during holidays. Residents should:
- Check the Republic Services online schedule
- Set reminders through their online account
- Expect potential schedule adjustments
How to Request Services
Contact Republic Services at 502-209-3800 to:
- Request recycling cart
- Change number of garbage carts
- Schedule bulk item pickup
- Report service issues
Online Account Features
- View collection schedule
- Set pickup reminders
- Report service problems
- Manage cart services
Georgetown’s trash pick up services, managed by Republic Services and billed through Georgetown Municipal Water and Sewer Service, provide comprehensive waste management solutions. By following guidelines and utilizing available resources, residents can ensure efficient and reliable waste collection.
For the most up-to-date information, residents should:
- Visit RepublicServices.com/schedule
- Call 502-209-3800
- Check the GMWSS website at gmwss.com/garbage
https://gmwss.com/garbage.htm
Customers should contact Republic at 502.209.3800 to request a recycling cart, change the number of garbage carts, or report uncollected garbage / recycling.
https://www.georgetownky.gov/2395/Republic-Services
Collection services occur between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Weather and holidays may impact this schedule. For questions or concerns