Heads up, Baltimore: If you plan to drop off your trash or recycle on Election Day, think again. The Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced that all its offices and sanitation yards will take a day off on Tuesday, November 5. According to a press release from the City of Baltimore, this means no trash collection, recycling pick-up, or even street sweeping operations will be suspended for the day.
Several town facilities, including the Northwest Transfer Station and Quarantine Road Landfill, will be closed. DPW Director Khalil Zaied emphasizes that the closure is important for allowing people to vote. If you're concerned about waste disposal, DPW has arranged makeup services for Saturday, November 9, so you won't have to worry.
It might be a day off for the trash trucks but not for the city’s 311 call center. The service will operate as usual, opening the lines for any reports of water and sewer emergencies. Be it a busted pipe or a mysterious leak, the call center is your go-to from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., no matter the date on the calendar. The city's residents can dial 311 directly, whereas those in Baltimore County should ring (443) 263-2220. Alternatively, assistance is just a click or a tap away via their online portal or the Balt311 mobile app.
