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CLEARWATER, Fla. — Give your garbage man or woman a big high-five in celebration of National Solid Waste & Recycling Workers Week. These men and women play a vital role in keeping Clearwater bright and beautiful. Many people forget about their garbage once they throw it away, but the city would be a disgusting place … Read more

Over the last year, our people have worked harder than ever to protect the communities and customers we serve. We cannot thank them enough.

1. Sanitation worker saves child from being crushed Earlier this year, Hillsborough County sanitation worker Waldo Fidele was hailed a hero for jumping into action to save 7-year-old Elias Quezada, who had climbed into a garbage can while playing hide and seek. He was still in the can when it was picked up and had its … Read more

Vice President at American Waste Control I just want to take a moment to recognize all of the dedicated employees here at American Waste Control, especially our drivers and helpers. If you see a trash hauler or know of one in the Tulsa metro area, I can promise you they’re the salt-of-the-earth type. These guys … Read more

The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently proclaimed June 13 through 19 as National Waste and Recycling Workers Week. Without the men and women who work in the private recycling and refuse collection and hauling industry, the community would appear less clean and tidy. Through their work, refuse haulers contribute to the health and … Read more

June 17 is National Waste and Recycling Workers Day, which makes this whole week a celebration of what waste management workers do for us! Mayor Copenhaver explains more about it in this video and how you can show appreciation by thanking men and women of our own Sanitation Department at 870-932-7520

SALT LAKE CITY — Salt Lake City is thanking its frontline waste & recycling staff this week in honor of Waste & Recycling Workers Week which occurs annually the week of June 17. Salt Lake City employs 55 men and women who are responsible for collecting the refuse from 42,000 homes and businesses every week. Their essential … Read more