Residents of St. Louis Park, mark your calendars for the annual Fall Cleanup Day on September 13, from 8 am to noon, at the Municipal Service Center located at 7305 Oxford St. As reported by the city's announcement, the cleanup event will offer disposal services for a range of items, from bulky trash such as furniture and remodeling debris to recyclable electronics and appliances.
A fee structure has been outlined for various load sizes — $25 for a back seat or car trunk load, escalating to $150 for a box truck load. Notably, on-site vendors will evaluate whether remodeling debris could be repurposed, although the standard fees will still be applied. For a smooth operation, participants are advised to separate salvageable items from other bulky waste when possible.
The event is also an opportunity to recycle various electronics. The disposal of holiday light strings, extension cords, and small electronics like cell phones and laptops is free. Meanwhile, a nominal $10 fee is charged for items such as flat panel TVs, printers, and stereos – and for those with outdated box or tube monitors, a $50 disposal fee will apply. Large appliances can also be recycled for a charge of $15 each.
Free recycling options are available for scrap metal and bicycles, regardless of their condition. Tires not on rims will be accepted with an $8 disposal fee, and clothing, shoes, and linens can be dropped off for donation at no cost. The city, however, is not accepting certain items, including household hazardous waste or light bulbs. Mattresses and box springs can also be disposed of for $27 per piece. For more information on what's accepted and alternative disposal options, residents can visit the City of St. Louis Park, MN, event's website.
For those unable to attend the cleanup day, The Buckingham Companies offers curbside pickup of bulky trash and remodeling debris to city collection service customers, with details available through the event's website link. The Fall Cleanup Day is a chance for locals to declutter and recycle responsibly, contributing to a greener community.
