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Solid Waste Information
Chapter 231.16 of the Codified Ordinances of Butler Township requires that the storage of solid waste be in an approved container so as to prevent the attraction, harborage or breeding of insects or rodents.All municipal waste must be drained of all liquids, food particles rinsed from cans, bottles or other containers.Tree trimmings shall be placed in an approved container or cut and securely bundled no more than 4 feet in length.Reusable containers shall be constructed of durable, watertight, rust and corrosion-resistant material, with a tight fitting cover.Disposable plastic bags or sacks are acceptable containers.Plastic bags shall have sufficient wall strength to maintain physical integrity when lifted by the top and securely tied at the top for collection.
The owner or customer at a collection point shall place containers no sooner than 7 p.m. on the day prior to pickup.With the exception of collection day, the containers shall be properly stored on the owner or customer premises at all times.Bulk waste items shall be stored in a manner that will prevent the accumulation or collection of water, the harborage of rodents, safety hazards and fire hazards.
All households shall utilize the residential collection service provided by the township.All residential garbage and rubbish shall be collected at least once a week.Bulky wastes shall be collected following prior arrangement with the municipality’s collector and payment of any required special fees.The municipality or its contract hauler will publish residential schedules regularly.The township’s contracted hauler will be responsible for the collection of any fees for solid waste collection and disposal.
Residents can call Vogel Disposal at 724/285-8844, to make arrangements for garbage and refuse collection.
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