Residential Automated Collection Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why an Automated Collection system? The system allows the Sanitation Department to more efficiently collect Solid Waste from the residents by utilizing the latest technology in garbage collection trucks. One operator can service more homes than a crew of two did before.

2. Why is automated collection better than manual methods? Larger containers can be used-usually 80 to 99 gallons. Lifting is done mechanically resulting in less injuries and less labor costs.

3. What does this service cost? Each City resident has a 96 or 65 gallon wheeled cart. The monthly fees are currently $15.00 per 96 gallon container and $12.00 per 65 gallon container. Click here for Non-Resident rates.

4. If a medical or physical condition prohibits my handling a cart, what can be done? An Exemption Application can be requested from the Sanitation Department by calling (330)335-2847. Once the Sanitation_Exemption_Form application is received, verified, and approved, a Sanitation Department supervisor will contact you to discuss an alternate point of collection for your cart. You will also need to download and fill out the Medical_Exemption_Form1 and Medical_Exemption_Form2 .

5. Who maintains the cart? The City's Sanitation Department will maintain carts due to normal wear and tear. All problems with carts can be reported to the Sanitation Department at (330)335-2847. It is suggested that garbage be placed in plastic bags then placed in the cart. Occasional rinsing of the cart can help keep odors from forming. Damage due to resident's failure to secure cart between collections will be charged to the resident.

6. Where is the cart to be placed for collection? Place the cart near the street between 5:00PM and 11:30PM the night before your collection day. The metal lift bar should be facing the street.  The City's Sanitation Department collects at night to avoid traffic and parked vehicles. Carts must be removed from the collection area by 7:00PM the day of pick up.

7. How do holidays affect my trash pick-up?  The City of Wadsworth Sanitation Department picks up trash on all holidays except Christmas Day.  Any changes are announced in the local media including WCTV.

8. What happens if I move? The carts are the property of the City of Wadsworth. The serial number of each cart is recorded and assigned to your residence. When moving, the cart is to stay at the address it was assigned to. If you are moving into a newly constructed home, a cart will be delivered when application for City utility services is made.

9. What can be put into the cart? All household refuse, trash, and garbage. Carts should not weigh more than 200 pounds.

10. What cannot be put in the cart? Poisons, acids, caustics, explosives, hot ashes, yard waste, soils, building materials, or any other dangerous or hazardous materials.

11. What if the cart does not hold all of my trash? Occasional extra trash can be taken to the City's Solid Waste Transfer Station located at 165 Auble Street. If an additional cart is required, call the Sanitation Department at (330)335-2847 for assistance.

12. Does the City of Wadsworth have a recycling program? YES! All solid waste collected by the City's Sanitation Department is taken to the Medina County's Central Processing Facility in Westfield Township where recyclables are manually and mechanically removed from the waste stream. It really is an amazing process, visit their website http://www.sanitaryengineer.co.medina.oh.us/cpf/index.html Glass bottles and jars can be taken to the glass igloos located on the north side of the Great Oaks shopping center parking lot.