Waste Reduction and Recycling

For more information on yard trimmings collection click here. Solid Waste Services information can be found here.

Energy Conservation Fair & Sustainable Homes Tour

The 10th Annual Lawrence Energy Conservation Fair will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the City of Lawrence Community Building, located at 115 W. 11th Street.

The Sustainable Homes Tour will occur on Saturday, September 11 in conjunction with the Energy Conservation Fair. Organizers are currently seeking energy efficient homes and businesses to showcase in the tour. Request an application by sending an email to recycling@ci.lawrence.ks.us or by calling 832-3030.

Move out tips from the city

July and August are peak months for moving out of apartments and homes in Lawrence. The annual migration can strain city services and temporarily clutter neighborhoods.

Tips for moving out

To provide a smoother transition, city staff recommends:

Usable items such as televisions, furniture, appliances, clothing: don't discard, hold a moving sale or donate to local charities.
Books, CDs, records, videos, tapes in good condition: donate to the Friends of the Lawrence Public Library, call (785) 843-3833.
Bicycles: drop off at the City Street Maintenance Division, call (785) 832-3031.
Bulky items that are no longer usable, such as couches, appliances, and automobile tires: call Solid Waste for pickup at (785) 832-3032.
Paint, used motor oil and other potentially hazardous chemicals: call Waste Reduction and Recycling at (785) 832-3030. For more information click here.
Recyclable items, such old newspapers, plastic bags and beverage containers: click here for recycling drop off locations.
Donate or Give away usable items, click here for options.
Water service: transfer or terminate service by calling (785) 832-7878 or go online to www.lawrenceks.org/utility_billing.