As Lawrence continues its storm debris cleanup efforts, the City’s Compost Facility, located at 1420 E 11th St (two blocks east of 11th and Haskell), will open tomorrow, Saturday, June 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for storm woody debris (tree branches) and yard waste drop off. The cost is $5 per pickup truck load (more for larger trucks and trailers). CASH ONLY. This brush drop-off site is for Lawrence residential customers, not for tree trimming service companies.
The City’s Solid Waste Division crews will pick up tree branches and other storm debris with regularly scheduled residential collection services Monday through Friday. Tree branches and other yard waste material should be set out in City yard waste carts or compostable paper yard waste bags, sticking out no more than 12″ above the container opening. Bundles of tree and brush trimmings are also accepted. Each bundle must not exceed five feet in length or 18 inches in diameter and must not weigh more than 65 pounds. Bundles must be tied with string or twine (please no wire, duct tape, etc.).
City crews have been working to clear downed trees and remove debris from public areas (streets, right-of-way, and public sidewalks). This effort will continue throughout next week. If you have tree limbs down in the street or right-of-way, you can report the damage to the City’s Forestry Division at (785) 832-7970. City crews cannot remove debris from private property. Here is a list of licensed tree trimmers if you need tree removal from your property.
Media contacts:
Kathy Richardson, solid waste manager, (785) 832-3032
Crystal Miles, horticulture manager, (785) 832-7970