Sanitation Department
The Sanitation Department is responsible for the collection of refuse (garbage) and Recyclables (Clear Glass, Metal Cans, and Newspaper) for the city businesses and residents.
GARBAGE PICKUP ROUTE SCHEDULE 2023 |
Residential AccountsRefuse for residential customers is serviced weekly with curb side pickup. All refuse must be placed in specifically designated plastic garbage bags which may be purchased at the City Treasurer's Office, as well as several other locations within the City. The department is not responsible for any garbage cans and containers that residents use to dispose of their garbage.
The City of Jeannette mandates all residential customers recycle the following items: Newspaper, Bi-Metal, Aluminum Cans and Clear Glass. Items must be placed in specifically designated recycle bins. Bins are available free of charge from the City Treasurer's Office. Recyclables are collected every-other week. Please see the City Calendar to determine whether it is a 'recycle week.' OTHER RECYCLABLES can be disposed of as follows:
Newspaper - Jeannette High School Motor Oil - City Garage Electronics - For Jeannette Residents & Property Owners only, drop your electronics off at the City Garage, corner of N 4th & Brickell, the first Wednesday of each month (there is a limit of one item per month) or at Westmoreland Cleanways 2023 Leaf Collection - TBD Please note December dates are contingent upon the weather conditions. All leaves must be placed in 100% bio-degradable bags that can be purchased at local home improvement stores and retail stores. Commercial AccountsCommercial businesses can utilize a dumpster or regular bag collection. The fee schedule for commercial sanitation rates can be found in Resolution 21-15. Dumpsters are to be purchased and maintained by the commercial business. The City does not provide dumpsters to commercial businesses.
Unacceptable Items
E Waste must be taken to the City Garage on the dates listed above.
White goods including refrigerators, washers, and dryers Tires and Vehicle Parts Household Hazardous Waste including paint and chemicals Dumpster Rental
Dumpster rental information can be found here. We have now added the ability to pay for and request a dumpster rental at the City Treasurer Office.
Please note that heavy construction materials will not be accepted in City dumpster. Exoneration
A property owner my apply for exoneration of a sanitation bill provided that the property is vacant for over two (2) months of a billing period.
Pursuant to Ordinance 97-04: Applications for exoneration of a sanitation bill may be submitted no later than sixty (60) days following the end of the billing period. Please contact the City Treasurer for questions regarding this process. Garbage Exoneration Form Large Item - Fee Schedule for stickers |
2023 Residential Rates:$126.00 per residential unit per six (6) months | Res. 21-15
$10.00 per roll of 25 City mandated garbage bags | Ord. 15-05 $4.00 per sheet of 10 stickers for use on non City mandated garbage bags | Ord. 18-07 2023 Commercial Account Rates:
Sanitation OrdinancesA compilation of all sanitation department ordinances can be located here. This includes information regarding all trash collection regulations, pick-up procedures, dumpster rentals and fee schedules.
Forms
Garbage Exoneration Form | Found Here.
Garbage Bag Sales
Garbage Bags are available at the following locations:
Large Item Pick Up Information
Every household will be allowed one large trash item on the first full week (M-F) of each month. The large item may be placed out during your regular trash pickup day. Please remember, items such as electronics, tires, paint, contracting supplies, and lumber are not acceptable. Only the items found in the fee schedule, or those similar in nature, should be placed out for pick-up.
The City of Jeannette requires the use of City designated garbage bags with a weight limit of 35 lbs. Should you wish to dispose of a large item such as a couch, chair or table, you can purchase a sticker at the City Treasurer Office. The City sanitation department will be notified that the item is eligible for pick-up. The item will then be hauled away during your regular trash pick-up day. |