St. Johns County Solid Waste Division
The Curbside Times
September 2024 Newsletter
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The Solid Waste Division is dedicated to delivering sustainable services to meet the community's ever-changing solid waste management needs. With weekly curbside collections for over 100,000 residential units, we take pride in serving our community and providing the high-quality and timely services that every resident deserves. | |
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County Addressing Solid Waste Collection Disruptions
St. Johns County is addressing solid waste collection service disruptions following the transition to FCC Environmental Services Florida, LLC (FCC), which began servicing the County on August 1, 2024.
To learn more, click the button below:
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Take Precaution to PREVENT FIRES
Proper Hazardous Waste Disposal
During the collection and transportation process, our household garbage can be exposed to extreme heat and pressure. If lithium batteries and hazardous materials or chemicals are mixed in with our trash, these conditions can lead to fires or explosions and become incredibly dangerous for waste workers.
Because of this, it is critically important that rechargeable lithium batteries (such as cell phones, laptops, tablets, power tools, drones, vape pens, etc.) and household hazardous waste are NOT placed in the trash or recycling. Instead, they should be taken to one of the Hazardous Waste Collection Centers at the Tillman Ridge or Stratton Road Transfer Station.
Pictured is a destroyed truck and trailer from a garbage fire last year.
For more information on the Drop-Off Locations and a list of acceptable items, click the button below.
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GET HOOKED is Nominated for a National Award
3CMA Savvy Award
St. Johns County is a finalist in the 2024 Savvy Awards competition hosted by 3CMA (City-County Communications Marketing Association).
The GET HOOKED Anti-Litter Initiative is a candidate for one of the three awards: Savvy, Silver Circle and Award of Excellence in the "Go Green Communication Program Efforts" category.
The Savvy Awards have represented the best in government communications for more than 30 years. Work produced since January 1, 2023, to present from hundreds of communication departments will compete to be recognized and honored for programs that have effectively engaged their constituents and elevated the profession.
The 2024 Savvy Awards will be presented at the 3CMA Annual Conference September 4 - 6 in Arlington, Texas.
Learn more about the GET HOOKED Anti-Litter Initiative and how you can get involved.
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Hurricane Preparedness
Gated Communities
St. Johns County encourages gated communities to prepare for hurricane season!
Property managers and residential homeowners' association (HOA) presidents can take steps to protect their community in the event of a hurricane or other declared major disaster. Gated communities must have a current Right of Entry Form on file before any disaster recovery crews can access your community to collect storm-related debris.
St. Johns County has an easy, online process for submitting the necessary paperwork. Completed forms can be emailed to solidwaste@sjcfl.us.
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Hurricane Preparedness
Sandbag Program
Hurricane Season runs from June1 to November 30. Did you know that St. Johns County has a hurricane sandbag program to help residents protect their homes and property from major storms? Watch the video to make sure you're informed and prepared!
For additional resources such as checklists, evacuation zones, and the Hurricane Preparedness Guide, go to the SJC Emergency Management website.
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Sign up for Alert St. Johns, an emergency notification system that provides critical information during emergency situations. | |  |
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Find your evacuation zone by entering your address or clicking the interactive map.
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After the Storm
Emergency Storm Debris Collection
Please adhere to the following information to assist the County in its recovery efforts.
- Place storm debris in piles along the curbside
- Pile storm-related debris un-bagged at the curb. (NO leaves or small items)
- Place storm debris at least three feet from utility boxes, mailboxes, poles, fire hydrants and other obstacles.
- Separate vegetation from all other storm-related debris
- Normal household garbage, recycling, and bagged debris of any kind will not be picked up with storm debris. Please continue to follow our normal garbage removal schedule.
No chemicals or hazardous waste will be collected curbside. All hazardous waste may be brought to Tillman Ridge or Stratton Road Transfer Station for disposal during operating hours.
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When: Friday, September 6
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Vilano Boat Ramp (101 Vilano Cswy. St. Augustine)
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When: Saturday, September 21
Time: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Where: Vilano Beach Pavilion (Vilano Rd, St. Augustine)
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Zero Waste Week
September 2 - 6, 2024
Be part of the solution and mark your calendar for Zero Waste Week, September 2 - 6!
Zero Waste Week began in 2008 and takes place every year during the first full week of September. The goal is to help households, businesses, schools, and community groups reduce waste, reuse materials, and recycle more. This diverts waste from landfills and bolsters the circular economy.
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Recycling Awareness Week
September 16 - 22, 2024
Recycle Awareness Week is celebrated from
September 16 to 22. This week-long holiday provides
an excellent opportunity for people all over the world
to come together and support recycling efforts.
Here are some things you can do:
1. Only recycle the right things!
2. Make sure everything is empty, clean, and dry.
3. Leave it loose! Don't put your recycling into a bag.
Click the button below to learn more and share with your friends and family!
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International Talk Like a Pirate Day
September 19, 2024
Ahoy, ye scallywags! In honor of International Talk Like a Pirate Day on Sept. 19, let's celebrate with our favorite buccaneer, Capt. Reducio! So, pull the sheets! Batten down the hatches! Swab the decks!
And don't forget the three Arrrrrrghhhhs!!r
Learn more about Capt. Reducio's story and what you can do to help by watching the video and clicking the button below, Savvy?!?!
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Hastings Back to School Festival
August 2024
Last month, staff from the Solid Waste Division participated in the Hastings Back to School Festival. There were over 500 attendees that came out to enjoy the food, raffles, classic car show and Touch-A-Truck. There were also free school supplies and resources available for all students.
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SJC Provided a Free Sandbag Giveaway
July 2024
The SJC Public Works Department helped residents get prepared for hurricane season by handing out over 11,000 sandbags at multiple locations throughout the County!
This is the first time St. Johns County has been able to provide pre-filled sandbags before a storm thanks to a new sandbag machine.
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Download the St. Johns County Recycle Coach App
Become a Better Recycler
Download the app or go to www.RecycleStJohns.com to get your curbside collection schedule, sign up for alerts, and quickly learn how to properly dispose of different waste materials.
Download the Recycle Coach App and become a better recycler today!
Apple App Store | Google Play
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Top Material Searches on Recycle Coach
from August 2024.
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Clean and empty food and beverage containers, bottles, and jugs can be recycled, | |
You can place large, bulky items at the curb next to your regular garbage. | |
Styrofoam is not accepted for recycling. Consider reuse options or place in the garbage. | |
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Total Recycled
(January - August 2024)
14,513 tons
| Our goal at the Solid Waste Division is to divert as much waste as we can from the landfill. One of the best ways to do this is through our residential curbside recycling program. This Trash Tracker shows how well we're doing in St. Johns County. | |
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Total Flags
(Collected to date):
12,803 flags
| The American Flag Rescue Program provides residents with the opportunity to properly retire flags with honor and respect. American Flag Drop Boxes are available to the public in over 25 locations throughout St. Johns County. | |
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Total Litter
(Collected to date):
7,693 pounds
| The St. Johns County Adopt-A-Road program provides an opportunity for residents, businesses, nonprofits, and community groups to adopt sections of county road and help remove litter and debris in an effort to keep St. Johns County beautiful. | |
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