City opens site for collection of limbs knocked down by storm


January 24, 2012 · 11:33 AM

The following is a release issued Tuesday morning by the city of Enumclaw.

Last week’s ice and storm event left many homeowners with an unwanted pile of limbs and branches in their yard. To assist with the disposal of storm generated material, the City of Enumclaw has established a drop-off site at the Enumclaw Expo Center north parking lot.

Residents now have the option to self-haul to a close-by and no cost disposal site.

COLLECTION SITE INFORMATION

Available for use by: City of Enumclaw residents only.  No charge for debris from residential properties.  Proof of residency with Driver’s License or city utility bill is required.

NO COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, INCLUDING LANDSCAPING COMPANIES, WILL BE SERVED OR ALLOWED TO DISPOSE AT THIS SITE.

Items accepted: Woody limbs and branches only.  No leaves, clippings or other non-woody vegetative matter will be accepted.Size requirements: 6-foot maximum length6-inch maximum diameter

Location: North Parking Lot of Expo Center45224 284thAve. SE

Follow directional signs

Operating Hours: Monday – Friday 8 AM to 4 PM; Saturday 8 AM to 5 PM; Sunday 10 AM to 4 PM; Closed to the public at all other times. Duration: January 24 through February 10th

All self-hauled loads shall be secured in accordance with state law.

Contact Public Works at (360) 825-5541 M-F 7:30-4:00 if you have any questions.

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