With the new method of automated pick-up of the garbage containers, the City of Jamestown is considering discontinuing pick-up of garbage & recycling bins in alleys, and moving all residential pickup to the front side street – curbside pickup only. A public open-house will be held to further discuss the ideas. There are some alleys that the new collection method just doesn’t work. The possible change is only for homes that currently have alley pick-up.
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Discussion from the Public Works meeting August 23: The committee discussed curbside collection of solid waste in residential areas except in locations where approved by the City Administrator or designee.
Sanitation Foreman, Roger Mayhew has said the new City of Jamestown automated garbage trucks are having a problem picking up the garbage bins, in some the alleys, relative to width restrictions, and in some cases the apparatus has caused damage to structures with the arm of the automated container collector striking a building or utility pole.
He said most paved alleys are wide enough to accommodate the new trucks.
Alley snow removal will continue, if curbside only collection is implemented for residents and allow access for first responders.
City Administrator, Sarah Hellekson has said the automated trucks are saving the city money with labor costs, including staff reductions.
At Thursday’s meeting, Council Member Brubakken said he has heard some concerns from citizens, about curbside collection, only, as has Mayor Heinrich. The Mayor said there may be some areas, where alley collection can be continued, which he says needs to be outlined, before any public meetings are held on the issue.
City Administration Hellekson said an open house on the topic, with city sanitation and recycling representatives on hand, is anticipated to be held to answer questions.
The committee recommends, the garbage collection routes be studied concerning where alley pickups are still feasible before holding public information meetings.
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