As the City of Tampa gears up to observe Veterans Day next Monday, the Tampa Solid Waste Department is ensuring that residents and commercial entities won't have to worry about disruptions in waste collection services despite most city offices being closed for the holiday. According to an update on the city's official website, Routine garbage and recycling pickups will continue for residential customers with Monday collection days, but yard waste services will be on hold as the department prioritizes hurricane debris.

While many will take the day to honor military veterans, city workers will ensure that trash collection continues without interruption despite Monday's closure. However, the McKay Bay Transfer Station and Scale House will be closed on Veterans Day and will reopen the next day. Residents can confirm their collection schedules or find reminders using the Tampa Trash and Recycling tool available on the website and as an app in various stores.

Residents in the New Tampa area should contact Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management for their specific holiday collection times. The City of Tampa's Utilities Call Center at (813) 274-8811 is available to assist with questions or concerns about the holiday waste collection schedule.