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Solid Waste - What do I do if I have more trash/recycling that won’t fit in my cart?: For trash you can request an additional can for $7.34 a month serviced 1x a week or a one-time pick up charge of $13.25. For recycling you can receive an additional cart free of charge serviced 1x a week by calling the Solid Waste Division @ (239) 321-8050.

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1. Solid Waste - When is my collection day?: Please see the collection schedule and map.

2. Solid Waste - What time should I place the trash and recycling cart at the curb for collection?: We would like for you to have the trash and recycling cart out the night before to ensure it will not be missed, but it must be out no later than 6:30 a.m. on the scheduled trash/recycling collection day.

3. Solid Waste - What service am I provided as a resident of the City of Fort Myers?

We provide:

96 gallon trash cart with 1x a week service
65 gallon recycling cart with 1x a week service
Bulk item pick up 1x a week , not to exceed 4 cubic yards of large household items i.e. furniture, mattresses etc.
Horticulture pick up (yard trimmings) 1x a week , not to exceed 10 cubic yards
White good removal 1x a week i.e. stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer etc. NOTE: Junk and brush must be separated

Additionally, upon request, we can provide a 96 gallon horticulture cart for yard trimmings and clippings at a cost of $2.75 per month.

4. Solid Waste - What do I do if I have more trash/recycling that won’t fit in my cart?: For trash you can request an additional can for $7.34 a month serviced 1x a week or a one-time pick up charge of $13.25. For recycling you can receive an additional cart free of charge serviced 1x a week by calling the Solid Waste Division @ (239) 321-8050.

5. Solid Waste - What if my trash or recycling cart is stolen, damaged or broken?: If your cart is stolen, damaged or broken, please call the Solid Waste Division at (239) 321-8050 to have it repaired or replaced.

6. Solid Waste - As a residential customer, how do I get rid of household chemicals and electronics?: These items are not collected by the City of Fort Myers but can be dispose of without charge by calling Lee County @ (239)533-8000, located 6441 Topaz Ct. Fort Myers.

7. Solid Waste - Why did everyone else in my neighborhood receive collection except me?: Although operator oversights may occasionally occur, refuse is typically not collected if carts are overweight, not placed out on time, blocked by vehicles (impairing the drivers sight), or overfilled creating a mess, when serviced. Cart must be placed 5 feet from any obstruction in order to service safely. Helpful directions are listed on the can lid.