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Single -Sort Recycling Comes To Shoreview Beginning August 1st, recycling in Shoreview will be even easier and more convenient as we introduce single -sort recycling. Q. What is Single -sort Recycling? Single -sort recycling is a program where all recyclable materials (newspapers, magazines, junk mail, cans, bottles & jugs) are placed into one recycling cart that is collected every other week. The wheeled cart is similar to a standard refuse container except it has a bright yellow lid to identify it as recyclables only. Q. When do I receive the recycling cart? Waste Management will deliver a mid -size 64- gallon recycling cart to single- family residential properties and a 35- gallon recycling cart to townhouse properties the week of July 25th. Please use the container for 90 days. If you feel that you need either a larger or smaller cart after the initial 90 -day period, Waste Management will replace the cart at that time. By City Ordinance, refuse containers and recycling carts must be kept in an enclosed area or screened from adjoining property. The floor space of the new recycling cart is the same as the City's recycling bins. Q. When does this new program start? The new single -sort recycling program will begin the week of August 1 - 5. Your current collection day will remain the same, but your collection week will change to the "Gold" week shown on the calendar that will be delivered with your cart or the highlighted weeks on the calendar on the reverse side of this flyer. The last two -sort recycling pick -up will be completed the week of July 25 — 29. Residents will need to use the new designated recycling cart because it allows for automatic pickups from the recycling trucks. The new cart should be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your normal collection day. Q. Do I need to pay for the new cart? No, there will be no direct fee to you. The new cart is provided by Waste Management, the City's recycling contractor and will be covered in the City's contractual costs for the recycling program. Q. Why is the City implementing Single -Sort Recycling? Other communities that have used single -sort recycling have seen a 30 — 40% increase in recyclable materials collected because single -sort recycling is much more user friendly. The more materials that are recycled, the better it is for the environment. Single -sort will also prevent recycling materials from blowing around the City on windy days, a frequent complaint of our current two -sort system. Q. What do I do with the other recycling containers I have been using? Old bins can be used for any non - recycling purpose a household may have. They are great for storing items such as athletic equipment and gardening supplies. Q. Who should I contact if I need more information? Any questions regarding the new single -sort program should be directed to Waste Management Customer Service Department at 952 -890 -1100 or you may contact the C recycling coordinator at 651- 490 -4665. y's