Santa Fe County to host free ‘green waste’ disposal days
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe County will host free “green waste” disposal days at three convenience centers this week.
“Green waste” is defined as yard waste, lawn clippings, leaves, shrubs, and tree trimmings. It does not include weeds, cholla cacti, root balls, tree stumps, tree trunks greater than 18 inches in diameter, pet waste, rocks, dirt/soil (clean or contaminated), household waste, litter, plastic bags, metal, plastic, pallets, palm fronds, lumber or any type of treated wood (this includes plywood, sheetrock, and chipboard), and any constructed or demolition materials.
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Residents with a valid solid waste permit will be able to get rid of their green waste at the Stanley, Jacona, and Eldorado Convenience Centers on Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free “green waste” disposal days will also be offered the first full weekend in August at the Stanley, Jacona, and Eldorado Convenience Centers at their normal operating hours.
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