Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. For Sun Prairie residents, understanding the local trash pick up services ensures proper disposal, supports environmental sustainability, and keeps neighborhoods looking their best.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Sun Prairie
Residents should be aware of recent changes to collection schedules. As of July 24th, some residents with Monday or Tuesday trash collection days will transition to Thursday collection. This adjustment accommodates the city’s continued growth and ensures efficient waste management.
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Cart Placement and Timing
- Place carts within two feet of the street by 7:00 am
- Ensure cart handles face the house
- Leave 4 feet between carts and objects like mailboxes
- Leave 10 feet between carts and parked vehicles
Cart Size and Additional Services
If you need a different cart size, contact Sun Prairie Public Works at 608-837-3050. For residents with excess trash:
- Extra bags can be collected for a pre-paid fee
- Bags should be 32-gallons or less and under 50 lbs
- Contact Pellitteri Waste Systems at least one day before pickup
- Additional carts are available for an annual fee
Recycling Services
Collection Details
- Both trash and recyclables collected weekly
- Carts collected separately and at different times
- Extra recycling in clear plastic bags can be arranged
- Cardboard must be flattened and placed in clear bags
Recycling Center
Residents can use the City of Sun Prairie Recycle Center, which requires a Recycle Center Permit displayed on the windshield.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Large items like furniture and appliances have specific disposal options:
- Some items can be taken to the Recycling Center
- Curbside pickup available for a per-item charge
- Temporary dumpsters available in various sizes
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Important yard waste collection guidelines:
- Plastic bags must NOT be tied shut
- Compostable bags can be closed
- May yard waste collection runs for two weeks
- Yard waste is banned from landfills in Wisconsin
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays, trash and recycling collections are delayed by one day. No collections occur on official holidays.
How to Find or Request Services
Contact Information:
- Pellitteri Waste Systems: 608-257-4285
- Sun Prairie Public Works: 608-837-3050
- Email: [email protected]
Sun Prairie residents can maintain a clean community by following these trash pick up guidelines. Stay informed about collection schedules, proper disposal methods, and available services to ensure efficient waste management.
https://cityofsunprairie.com/459/Collection-Schedules
Yard waste collection is based on refuse/recycle days. Refuse/recycle collections are delayed by 1 day on holidays. There is a holiday tree curbside collection.
https://www.pellitteri.com/pages/city-of-sun-prairie
Effective July 24th, some residents with Monday or Tuesday trash and recycling collection days will be changing to a Thursday collection day. Impacted residents