Residential Garbage Collection    Garbage is collected twice a week except on holidays. Call 595-8094 to find out your garbage collection days and zone.    Your garbage must be at the curbside by 7 a.m. and removed by 8 p.m.  The handles and arrows of your roll-out should point towards the street.    Do not overload your roll-out; the maximum weight is 200 pounds. Lost or damaged roll-outs may incur a replacement fee of $90. Keep track of the number on your roll-out in case of loss or damage.    Keep your roll-out six feet away from all obstacles such as yard trimmings, parked cars, telephone connection boxes, mailboxes, water meters, fences and walls. If your roll-out must be placed under a tree or power line, make sure you have at least 14 feet of space between the curb and any tree limbs or power lines.    We recommend bagging all garbage before putting it in your roll-out.  This practice will keep your roll-out clean and will prevent it from blowing away and littering the streets.    Your garbage must fit easily in your roll-out. The lid must be closed to prevent litter. Items placed outside the roll-out or commercial dumpster will not be picked up. Tires, concrete, dirt, large rocks, lumber, and construction material are not allowed in roll-out containers or commercial dumpsters.

Clean Up Options City Landfill 348 E. County Rd. 2130 595-0092    Hours of operation at the landfill are weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Landfill fees vary depending on the type and amount of material you bring. A current utility or water bill and picture ID is required to verify city residency.    Residents may deposit any amount of brush on any working day free of charge. Residents may deposit permitted items on the first and third Saturday of each month without charge (excluding items such as tires and concrete) not to exceed 1,000 pounds. On any working weekday, residents may deposit up to 300 pounds of permitted items for free. Recycling Center 202 W. Lee 595-8098    The Recycling Center is open Monday - Friday from 7:30a.m. - 12:00p.m. and 1:00p.m. - 4:30p.m. as well as the first and third Saturdays from 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. The center is closed on city holidays. Items allowed include aluminum cans and scrap, bimetal, steel, tin cans, corrugated cardboard, paper and plastic. The center also accepts small amounts of brush for chipping and will shread paper from individuals or small businesses for a nominal charge. For information, call 595-8098. Chippings can be taken home for your use.

City Services Adopt-A-Truck 595-8030    Residents or businesses may adopt a brush truck overnight or over a weekend for a minimal charge. The program is available on a first-come, first serve basis. For information or to reserve a truck, please call 595-8030. Trucks will not be rented over any holiday or any holiday weekend.  White Goods/Bulky Items Pick Up 595-8094 These items are picked up the first Wednesday of each month. Call to arrange a pick up one day prior to scheduled date. Items allowed are indoor/outdoor furniture, large household appliances, mattresses and box springs, etc. No concrete, tires or remodeling/construction debris will be accepted. Set out your items the night before your scheduled pick-up. Items must be placed in right-of-way in front or in alleyway.

City Ordinances High Weeds, Alleys and Rights-of-Way Property owners are responsible for mowing and maintaining the appearance of their lawns, alleys and /or vacant lots. Alleys and rights-of-way must be kept free of obstructions. Any obstructions in city-controlled rights-of-way are prohibited and must be removed by the owner of the abutting property. To report high weeds and other violations, call 592-3324. Illegal Dumping Brush, furniture, appliances or other items placed at the front curb or on sidewalks and streets outside of a scheduled brush collection period is a violation of City Code.  Littering and illegal dumping are serious violations punishable by fines and/or imprisonment. Fines range from $500 to $10,000 with jail times ranging from six months to two years. To report illegal dumping, call 595-8093. Junked/Abandoned Vehicles Broken-down, junked vehicles cannot be parked in yards, on the street or in any location that can be seen in ordinary public view. If such vehicles are not repaired or removed after notification of the violation, a fine may be imposed and the vehicle may be towed by the city and destroyed. Furthermore, it is unlawful to abandon vehicles on public or private property. To report junked/abandoned vehicles, call the Police Department at 592-4311. Junk on Private Property Citizens must maintain their property in a clean and orderly fashion. Items must be stacked and stored at least 18" above the ground and there should not be unsafe and unusable items strewn about the premises. Property owners must not allow: any matter, which is or is not subject to the process of oxidation (rust) and shall include, without limitation, filth; carrion; impure or unwholesome substances; weeds, grass, or similar vegetation in excess of 18 inches; rubbish; brush; and any other substance which would be objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary to a reasonable person. Front/Side Yard Parking Residents are not allowed to park their vehicles on the front or side lawn of their home unless there is a permanent surface of concrete, brick, asphalt or gravel with defined borders designated for parking. Tree Limbs Trees, limbs, shrubs or other vegetation overhanging public parkways and streets shall be trimmed by the property owner concerned so that the lowest branch or limb shall be at least 13 feet above the sidewalk or street. Tax Abatements 595-8063 In its commitment to improving the quality of life for residents, the City of Kingsville is offering the opportunity for tax incentives. The City will consider temporary, real property tax abatements for improvements to your home or business on a case-by-case basis. All applications must be submitted 45 days before beginning work and are available at www.cityofkingsville.com. Please call 595-8063 for more information.