Waste Management is commited to providing reliable collection for all customers. However, in the event that circumstances such as unsafe roads interfere with service schedules, we appreciate customer understanding and cooperation as we manage collection on emergency scheduling.

Collection delays due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather are posted here and announced to the news media.

If your area is not listed below as having a service delay, and your garbage or recycling has not been collected on schedule, please report the missed collection here.

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* Weather-Delayed Curbside Collection Standard Procedure:

Twice Regular Amount Accepted Next Regular Collection Day For Each Container in Most WM Service Areas **

If weather conditions prevent collection of curbside garbage or recycling, please remove the containers from the street.

Up to twice the regular amount of garbage and/or yard waste will be accepted at no additional charge on the next regularly scheduled collection day for each container ** unless otherwise specified at www.wmnorthwest.com or by special notification. Tips for

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Managing Extra Garbage & Recycling.

There is no limit on the amount of clean recyclables accepted for collection.
No credit is given for delayed collection due to weather conditions.

Extra garbage:
Place next to garbage container in: ecurely tied plastic bags labeled "Garbage" or
32-gal can with handle and lid (65 lb limit) labeled "Garbage"
Extra recycling: Place next to recycling cart in:

Plastic recycling bins or
Cardboard boxes (2x2x2 ft. limit) labeled "Recycling"
No recycling in plastic bags
Extra yard trimmings (No food scraps or plastic): Place next to yard cart in:

Heavy paper yard bags (available at hardware stores) or
Reusable polywoven yard bags (available at hardware stores) or
32-gal cans with handles & lids (65 lb limit) labeled "Yard" or
Bundles tied with sisal twine (4'x2' limit)
Commercial and Multi-family Weather-Delayed Collection: Service as soon as conditions allow. Priority service to locations such as hospitals and restaurants, where public health is a high priority.