City to collect flood-damaged appliances beginning June 30

City of Oshkosh sanitation crews will resume normal garbage and recycling pickup routes starting June 30th. In addition, beginning June 30 until July 11 the City of Oshkosh will be collecting appliances that were damaged by the flooding at no charge to residents. The following are considered large appliances: water heaters, stoves, microwaves, washers, dryers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, freezers and refrigerators. Residents should place damaged appliances on the curb the day of their normal garbage pickup. In accordance with State of Wisconsin regulations, refrigerators and freezers doors must be removed. Refrigerators and freezers with doors still attached will not be collected.

The City of Oshkosh will also collect large pieces of metal from residences if the appropriate fee is paid before pickup is scheduled. Examples of metal items include lawn mowers and snow blowers. Fees must be prepaid at the Collections Department on the first floor of City Hall, 215 Church Avenue. City Hall is open Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Residents are also reminded that the July brush pickup week is the week of July 7. Materials accepted for brush curb-side collection include yard and garden waste placed in brown biodegradable bags. Branches and hedge clippings must be bundled and tied, and not exceed four (4) feet in length, three (3) inches in diameter or fifty (50) pounds in weight.

For additional questions or concerns please contact the Sanitation Division at 232-5383, 232-5393 or visit www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us