The city is stopping its curbside recycling program starting January 4, 2025. High operating expenses, persistent contamination issues, and the lack of a viable market for recyclable materials have cornered officials into making the tough call. Residents can expect the usual collection routine until the specified date, as mentioned in a recent City of Winter Garden announcement.
During the next few months, per the information provided by the city, staff will systematically take back the blue recycling bins from households. Bearing the holiday schedule in mind, the city also makes it clear to residents that there will be no waste collection services on New Year's Day, with an added recycling-only makeup day on January 4.
As the city ends its curbside recycling program, residents should check the city website for updates on when carts will be collected. The site will provide important details about the process of removing the system that once helped make the city greener.
