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Mission Statement

To grow and prosper through

the efficient and responsible

utilization of our resources

while providing our customers

with cost effective, responsive

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solutions to their solid waste

management needs.

Table of Contents

Billing and Payment 2

Containers 2

Tags for Extra Waste 2

Temporary Bin Service 2

2009 & 2010 Holiday Schedules 3

Christmas Tree Pickup 3

Recycling Instructions 4

Recycling Information 6

Green Waste 6

Helpful Information 7

Hazardous Waste 7

Office Information 8

Other Waste Disposal Services 9

Welcome!

Our company offers a variety of waste hauling services to the residents of Paso Robles. Please see page 9 for more information.

The automated container size you have chosen is a:

Your pick-up day for trash, recycling and green waste is:

Please have your containers at the curb no later than 6:00a.m.

40-gallon 60-gallon 90-gallon

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Billing and Payment

You will receive a monthly billing statement the first week of each month. Payment is due the last day of that month. We offer an Automated Payment program by checking, savings, Visa or Mastercard. To sign up, please ask one of our customer service representatives for more information.

Containers

You may choose the trash service that best fits your waste needs. You may change your service at any time by calling our office. We have three sizes available: 40-gallon, 60-gallon and 90-gallon containers.

Requirements

1. Lid must close; service is based on a level container.

2. Container must be at the curb no later than 6:00a.m.

3. Container must be accessible from the street and have adequate clearance on either side.

Tags for Extra Waste

If you have more trash than what fits into your regular service, you may purchase tags at our office or by mail. These tags will cover a 32-gallon container, whether it is a box, bag or can (50 lbs. or less). Drivers are instructed not to take any extra trash unless it is tagged or prior arrangements have been made. You may request to have an additional empty for your trash bin by calling the office.

Temporary Bin Service

We offer 3- and 4-yard temporary bin service. You may order a bin anytime you have a larger-than-normal volume of garbage to dispose of. Please call our office for more information.

2009 & 2010 Holiday Schedules

Our trucks run all holidays except Christmas Day. The office is closed for most major holidays, but the trucks run their regular routes. When in doubt, put it out.

2009 Holiday Schedule

Thanksgiving Week November 23 – November 27 No changes

Christmas Week December 21 – December 26

Monday, December 21: regular pick-up

Tuesday, December 22: regular pick-up

Wednesday, December 23: regular pick-up

Thursday, December 24: regular pick-up

Friday, December 25: pick-up on Sat., Dec. 26

Christmas Tree Pick-Up December 28 – January 8

Trees must be in 3 ft. lengths; no flocked trees, no stand, lights, tinsel or decorations of any kind.

New Year’s Week December 28 – January 2 No changes

2010 Holiday Schedule

Thanksgiving Week November 22 – November 26 No changes

Christmas Week December 20 – December 24 No changes

Christmas Tree Pick-Up December 27 – January 7

Trees must be in 3 ft. lengths; no flocked trees, no stand, lights, tinsel or decorations of any kind.

New Year’s Week December 27 – December 31 No changes 32

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RECYCLING INSTRUCTIONS (blue container)www.prwaste.com/recycling-guide

Cans & Foil

• Aluminum cans & foils

• Tin, steel, bi-metal cans

• Aerosol cans (empty only)

• Lids from jars

Paper

• Newspaper

• Cardboard (flatten all boxes)

• Junk mail

• Books & phone books

• Egg cartons

• Frozen food packaging

• Paper bags & boxes (such as

cereal boxes)

• Magazines

DO NOT INCLUDE• Food contaminated paper

• Gift wrapping paper

• Photos

Plastic

• Bottles & containers labeled #1 – #7

• Plastic milk containers

• Detergent containers

• Plastic bags (only if they are in a ball)

Glass

• Glass bottles & jars

• Food containers

• Beverage containers

DO NOT INCLUDE• Window glass or mirrors

• Ceramics

• Light bulbs

DO NOT INCLUDE• Styrofoam

• Packing peanuts

Instructions• All recyclables must be placed in the container with the lid completely closed.

• Only use the recycling container provided by us.

• Flatten cardboard boxes.

• Place your recycling container at curbside 3 feet from other containers, cars and objects, with the lid facing the street.

• When in doubt, recycle it! (Or call our office.)

No Hazardous Materials such as oil, pesticides, paint or cleaners. For proper disposal of hazardous materials look in the yellow pages under recycling, visit www.iwma.com or call 782-8530.

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www.prwaste.com/recycling-guideCheck for updates. Our list increases as recycling technology improves.

Helpful Information

Location of Containers

Containers should be placed within five feet of the curb or road edge. They should not be obstructed in a way that could prevent the drivers from collecting your trash and recycling. Please park your vehicles in such a way that your driver may have access to your property.

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Hot Material

Hot coals from a fireplace or barbecue can start a fire in your trash container and our collection truck. Please wet hot material thoroughly before placing it out for collection.

Hazardous Waste

State law prohibits the disposal of certain wastes in trash containers. The following are hazardous waste items that must not be placed out for collection (see Curbside Oil Recycling):

• acids • motor oil• drugs • flammable liquids• explosives • cathode ray tubes• paint • used oil filters• caustics • engine coolant• poisons • batteries• pool chemicals • pesticides• fluorescent lights • electronic waste

Recycling Information

Battery, Florescent Lamp and Tube Recycling

The San Luis Obispo Integrated Waste Management Authority has provided us with containers to accept your household batteries, fluorescent lamps and tubes, located at our office. You can drop off your items Monday through Friday from 8a.m. to 5p.m.

Curbside Oil Recycling

It’s easy, convenient and free! Call our office to schedule a pick-up of your used motor oil. We will provide you with a 15-quart capacity oil container and an oil filter bag.

Green Waste – Green Container

All green waste materials listed below can be placed into your 96-gallon green automated container. Remember, the lids must close.

Acceptable Materials• leaves• plant prunings• grass• weeds with a minimum of soil• tree trimmings• unpainted/untreated wood

Contamination

Clean green waste is a must. The green waste truck has a video camera to monitor green waste container contents as it is emptied. Containers contaminated with trash will receive a service charge per incident. Repeat offenders will have containers removed.

Place your automated container on the street next to your trash and recycling bins no later than 6:00a.m. Have a 3-foot clearance on all sides. Remember, the lids must close.

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Office Information

Location

2951 Wallace DrivePaso Robles, California

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 278Paso Robles, CA 93447

Phone

238-2381

Fax

238-6387

Website

www.prwaste.com

Office Hours

Monday – Friday8a.m. – 5p.m.

The office does close for most major holidays but our trucks will run their regular routes.

Other Services Offered

Paso Robles Country Disposal

Waste disposal for residents and businesses of rural Paso Robles.Phone 238-2385Website www.countrydisposal.com

Paso Robles Roll-Off Inc.

Provides 10, 20, 30, & 40 cubic yard containers for all of your hauling needs. Our containers are delivered to your location where you can fill them at your convenience. Once the container is full you simply call us to have it emptied or removed. We service the majority of North San Luis Obispo County. Our drivers are prompt and courteous.

Our company is a family owned and operated corporation with roots in the community for over 50 years. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with the best roll-off service in the county.

Phone 238-4897Website www.pasorolloff.com

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