🗓️ The Gist: The City of Atlanta’s Department of Public Works Office of Solid Waste Services will not collect trash, recycling, yard trimmings, or bulk items on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.
🚚 Why It Matters: Residents should be aware of the modified collection schedule to ensure their waste is collected and to avoid any confusion or missed pickups.
📅 Revised Collection Schedule:
- All solid waste services will be delayed by one day throughout the holiday week.
- Customers whose regular collection day is Friday, May 31, will be serviced on Saturday, June 1.
🗑️ Services Affected: Garbage, recycling, yard trimmings, and bulk item collection will all be impacted by the holiday schedule change.
📱 Need Assistance?
- Contact the City of Atlanta by dialing 3-1-1 (inside Atlanta City limits) or 404-546-0311.
- Download the Atlanta Solid Waste Services mobile app.
- Visit www.atlantaga.gov/solidwaste to find your collection schedule.
🔄 The Big Picture: Holiday schedule changes for solid waste collection are common in many cities. By providing advance notice and clear instructions, the City of Atlanta aims to minimize disruptions and ensure that all residents receive the services they need.
Thom Chandler
Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.
