REMINDER - Mechanized Collection for Blue Bins (recycling) - Residential Streets
The mechanization of blue bin collection on residential streets has led to significant changes in the procedure for positioning your bin.
The main changes are as follows:
You must keep a clear space of at least 30 cm (1 ft.) around each bin - (Make sure that no vehicle or object can interfere with the mechanical lifting of the bin);
Do not place anything next to the bin; everything must be inside it. Recyclables left on the ground will not be collected.
N.B.: Since the implementation of new procedures for the mechanized collection of blue recycling bins, there are no more pick-ups of blue bins during the same week for a collection omission.
Please place your blue bin on the following week's regular collection schedule.
Thank you for your understanding.
Additional information
As of June 5, 2024, Éco Entreprises Québec will be in charge of managing recycling collection (blue bin) for all municipalities, including TMR. Collection will now be mechanized on most streets, which will entail certain changes in the procedure for ensuring that your blue bin is collected.
HOW TO POSITION ROLL-OUT BINS FOR WEDNESDAY’S COLLECTION?
- Roll-out bins must be placed after 19:00 on the evening before pick-up, but before 7:00 on collection days.
- Always place the bin in the driveway between 15 and 30 cm. (6 and 12 in.) from the edge of the sidewalk (essential for snow clearing operations).
- The front of the bin must face the street so that the collection-type symbols are clearly visible.
- The various bins must be placed side by side.
- Allow clearance of at least 30 cm (1 ft) around each bin;
- Make sure that no vehicle or other object can interfere with the mechanical lifting of the bin.
- The bin lid must be tightly closed and free of all debris.
- Do not place the bins directly on the sidewalk.
- Improperly placed blue bins will not be picked up.
N.B. These changes to the procedure for the mechanized collection do not apply to the selective collection of multi-dwelling and commercial buildings.
See the Notice to Residents.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Information : infoCollectes@ville.mont-royal.qc.ca
