Spokane Garbage and Recycling Pickup Delayed Due to Christmas Holiday

Spokane, WALocal News

Spokane's garbage and curbside recycling services will experience a one-day delay starting Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday, meaning that Friday's pickups will shift to Saturday. Residents are advised to place their carts at the collection point by 6 AM on their scheduled days to ensure they are serviced. This adjustment is part of a broader holiday schedule that includes various city closures and service modifications aimed at maintaining community services during the festive period. The city is committed to providing timely and efficient waste management, especially during the holidays when waste volume typically increases. For additional information on other city closures and changes in service, residents are encouraged to visit the Spokane City website.

The announcement reflects the city's proactive approach to community needs during busy holiday times. A message from the city expresses warm holiday wishes to all residents, highlighting the importance of community engagement and preparedness for these temporary changes to the waste collection schedule.

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