Citizen Connection April 2020It’s Time for Tree Trimming
It’s spring in Denton, and that means vegetation
is starting to grow again. Keeping our yards in
compliance with the City’s codes ensures that
Denton remains a safe, clean, and attractive place
for residents and visitors.
Tree limbs become an issue when they aren’t
trimmed regularly. Ensuring your tree limbs are
trimmed not only allows for the safe passage
of vehicles and pedestrians on our streets and
sidewalks, but it also protects the trees from
damage. Damaged trees can threaten the well-
being of people and property as they are more
likely to drop limbs. Trees that are damaged are
also more likely to catch diseases and become
infested with insects.
Remember that Denton has a set of tree
regulations intended to keep our citizens and
their trees safe and healthy:
• Tree Limbs Over a Street: Tree limbs that are
over the street must be trimmed to a height of
at least 13.5 ft.
• Tree Limbs Over a Sidewalk: Tree limbs that
are over a sidewalk must be trimmed to a
height of at least 7 ft.
• Tree Limbs Over an Alley: Tree limbs that are
over an alley must be trimmed to a height of at
least 12 ft.
Also, while some tree limbs meet their height
requirements, they might create other safety
issues. Trees and shrubs near roadways can create
view obstructions for drivers and pedestrians.
They may also block street signs. Grass and
dirt encroaching onto a sidewalk can create a
tripping hazard, especially for our vision-impaired
residents.
Help keep Denton safe this year by monitoring
and trimming all of your vegetation as needed!
Cupboard Recycling
Drop-off Center Closed
As of March 30, 2020, the recycling drop-off
center at 200 W. Congress St., formerly home
to Cupboard Natural Foods, is closed. Denton
Independent School District (DISD) purchased the
property in 2019 and intends to repurpose the site
to house the district’s technology services.
Residents may still drop off recycling at the
following locations:
• North Lakes Park,
721 W. Windsor Dr.
Access through the Riney
Road entrance.
See map for details.
• Denton Municipal Landfill,
1527 S. Mayhill Rd.
Open Monday through
Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Recycle Right
DO
DO
DO
DON’T
DON’T
DON’T
Do NOT place scrap metal,
wet paper & cardboard, ceramic dishes, plastic bags, or styrofoam, in your curbside recycling cart.
Do recycle empty, clean, and dry material.
Do NOT place materials in your curbside cart that contain liquids or food.
DO close the lid on your
curbside recycling cart. Rain water makes recycling paper & cardboard difficult.
Do NOT place yard waste such as leaves, twigs and grass trimmings in your
curbside recycling cart.
Recycle plastic bottles &
jugs, metal cans, paper,
cardboard, cartons, and food & beverage glass.
The Dos &Don’ts of
Curbside Recycling!
Residential Trash &
Reycling Rates are
Decreasing by $3 a Month
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Rent a Clearstream for Your
Next Big Event!
Yard Waste Opt-In Service Yard waste is now a subscription-based service that customers must opt-in to receive service. Yard waste includes grass clippings, leaves, weeds, fruit and vegetables scraps, and small twigs. Once customers have opted-in, yard waste will be collected curbside weekly. Two subscription options are available and described below. SERVICE OPTIONS:CART
Purchase a $20 Cart (one-time fee).
$0.50 monthly service fee.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Yard waste cart yard
emptied weekly.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Purchase Kraft Bags from a local retailer.
$1.00 monthly service fee.
KRAFT BAG
*For size reference, four cubic yards*
of brush is roughly the size of four
washing machines.
Yard Waste Opt-In Service
Yard waste is now a subscription-based service that customers must opt-in to receive service. Yard
waste includes grass clippings, leaves, weeds, fruit and vegetables scraps, and small twigs. Once
customers have opted-in, yard waste will be collected curbside weekly. Two subscription options are
available and described below. To opt-in to yard waste service, call (940) 349-8700.
Service Options
Yard Waste Opt-In Service
Yard waste is now a subscription-based service that customers must opt-in to receive service. Yard waste includes grass clippings, leaves, weeds, fruit
and vegetables scraps, and small twigs. Once customers have opted-in, yard waste will be collected curbside weekly. Two subscription options are available and described below.
SERVICE OPTIONS:
CART
Purchase a $20 Cart (one-time fee). $0.50 monthly service fee.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Yard waste cart yard
emptied weekly.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Purchase Kraft Bags from a local retailer.
$1.00 monthly service fee.
KRAFT BAG
*For size reference, four cubic yards*
of brush is roughly the size of four
washing machines.
Yard Waste Opt-In Service Yard waste is now a subscription-based service that customers must opt-in to receive service. Yard waste includes grass clippings, leaves, weeds, fruit and vegetables scraps, and small twigs. Once customers have opted-in,
yard waste will be collected curbside weekly. Two subscription options are available and described below.
SERVICE OPTIONS:
CART
Purchase a $20 Cart (one-time fee).
$0.50 monthly service fee.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Yard waste cart yard
emptied weekly.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Purchase Kraft Bags from a local retailer.
$1.00 monthly service fee.
KRAFT BAG
*For size reference, four cubic yards*
of brush is roughly the size of four
washing machines.
Yard Waste Opt-In Service Yard waste is now a subscription-based service that customers must opt-in to receive service. Yard waste includes grass clippings, leaves, weeds, fruit and vegetables scraps, and small twigs. Once customers have opted-in, yard waste will be collected curbside weekly. Two subscription options are available and described below.
SERVICE OPTIONS:
CART
Purchase a $20 Cart (one-time fee).
$0.50 monthly service fee.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Yard waste cart yard
emptied weekly.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Purchase Kraft Bags from a local retailer.
$1.00 monthly service fee.
KRAFT BAG
*For size reference, four cubic yards*
of brush is roughly the size of four
washing machines.
Cart Service Kraft Bag Service
Purchase a $20 cart (one-time fee). $0.50
monthly service fee.
What’s included?
Yard waste cart yard emptied
weekly.
Collection of an
unlimited number of
kraft bags.
Collection of up to four
cubic yards* of brush.
Yard Waste Opt-In Service Yard waste is now a subscription-based service that customers must opt-in to receive service. Yard waste includes grass clippings, leaves, weeds, fruit and vegetables scraps, and small twigs. Once customers have opted-in, yard waste will be collected curbside weekly. Two subscription options are available and described below. SERVICE OPTIONS:CART Purchase a $20 Cart (one-time fee).
$0.50 monthly service fee.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Yard waste cart yard
emptied weekly.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Purchase Kraft Bags from a local retailer.
$1.00 monthly service fee. KRAFT BAG
*For size reference, four cubic yards*
of brush is roughly the size of four
washing machines.
Yard Waste Opt-In Service Yard waste is now a subscription-based service that customers must opt-in to receive service. Yard waste includes grass clippings, leaves, weeds, fruit and vegetables scraps, and small twigs. Once customers have opted-in, yard waste will be collected curbside weekly. Two subscription options are available and described below. SERVICE OPTIONS:
CART
Purchase a $20 Cart (one-time fee). $0.50 monthly service fee.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Yard waste cart yard
emptied weekly.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
Collection of an
unlimited number
of kraft bags.
Collection of up
to four cubic
yards* of brush.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Purchase Kraft Bags from a local retailer.
$1.00 monthly service fee.
KRAFT BAG
*For size reference, four cubic yards*
of brush is roughly the size of four
washing machines.
What’s included?
Collection of an unlimited
number of kraft bags.
Collection of up to four
cubic yards* of brush.
Purchase kraft bags from a local retailer.
$1.00 monthly service fee.
*Size reference: four cubic
yards of brush is roughly
the size of four washing
machines.
There will be no curbside collection on
Monday, May 25. Residential trash, recycling, and
yard waste collection will move forward one day
the week of May 25 to May 29 in observance of
the Memorial Day holiday.
Monday’s route will run on Tuesday;
Tuesday’s route will run on Wednesday;
Wednesday’s route will run on Thursday; and
Thursday’s route will run on Friday.
Memorial Day Collection Schedule
To view the complete 2020 holiday collection
schedule, visit www.dentonrecycles.com. To
receive updates about
your collection schedule,
download the free Engage
Denton mobile app.
Celebrate Drinking Water Week from May 3 to 9.
This year’s theme is “There When You Need It.” So,
to celebrate the resource that we may at times
take for granted, see the list below for ways you
can help protect our water system.
• Properly dispose of chemicals: Illegally
dumping chemicals can be very bad for
Denton’s environment. Call (940) 349-8700 to
schedule a free collection of your unwanted
home chemicals. Find out more at
www.dentonrecycles.com.
• Recycle your yard waste: We all take pride
in the appearance of our homes and yards.
However, blowing leaves into the gutter or
dumping them into drainage ditches are
activities with potentially serious consequences.
Mulching is an easy and beneficial way to deal
with leaves, just mow and leave on your lawn.
Composting is another alternative—you can
have homegrown fertilizer ready for planting.
You can opt-in to our yard waste service and
have your waste recycled into Dyno Dirt.
Protect Our Water Source for Drinking Water Week
• Reverse litter: Make the pledge for “Ten on
Tuesday” by collecting 10 pieces of trash every
Tuesday. Every year tons of trash and debris
are washed into our creeks, rivers, and lakes
after it rains. By taking the pledge, you are
helping to keep North Texas waterways clean.
• Maintain your wastewater system: Everything
that goes down your sink or toilet ends up in
our wastewater system. Don’t flush or pour
out any household items—such as chemicals,
baby wipes, or paper towels—which can harm
our system. Only flush the 3 Ps – Pee, Poo
and (Toilet) Paper.
All other products
can cause clogs to
pipes and wastewater
systems creating a
messy situation and
costly repairs. Please
think twice before
you flush! Week
events.