WRFA’s Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Communication Coordinator Becky Robbins and Solid Waste Division Administrative Assistant Gloria Miranda about the new garbage container program being rolled out as well as Spring flushing and more.

Jamestown Board of Public Utilities

BPU Solid Waste Division Administrative Assistant Gloria Miranda said this is part of a new “Assigned Garbage Container Program,” where BPU-provided garbage containers will be assigned and delivered to each residential Solid Waste account holder,

“It’s basically a 95-gallon container which is a standard size that is used in most cities around the United States. We’ve met with other cities and found what worked for them. It’s large enough that the average family should be able to get all their trash in it and if there’s extra space, be able to put in a pizza box and other miscellaneous things.”

Miranda said the containers have wheels, which should make it easier to maneuver. The containers are the property of the utility company, and are included in the monthly Solid Waste customer charge.

Customers may begin using the containers as soon as they receive them. The program formally starts July 1st.

If needed, customers also may request that an additional BPU-issued garbage container or containers be assigned to their addresses for an extra flat monthly fee by contacting the Garbage Hotline at (716) 661-1651.