HOUSTON \u2013 Houston Public Works has responded to questions from KPRC 2 about whether the system for heavy trash collection is being changed.<\/p>\n
KPRC 2\u2019s questions comes after individuals posted comments online speculating about possible changes in the way the city collects heavy trash.<\/p>\n
The question is whether or not the city is moving from a scheduled-based heavy trash collection system to an appointment-based system. Houston Public Works says that has not happened.<\/p>\n
\u201cHeavy trash continues to be collected on a scheduled basis, with eligible residences assigned a collection day and receiving service every other month,\u201d a statement from Houston Public Works reads in part.<\/p>\n
Houston Public Works says residents can confirm their collection schedule by visiting HoustonSolidWaste.org or by using the HTX Collects mobile app.<\/p>\n
Full statement from Houston Public Works:<\/p>\n
\u201cThe City of Houston has not moved to appointment-based heavy trash collection. Heavy trash continues to be collected on a scheduled basis, with eligible residences assigned a collection day and receiving service every other month.<\/p>\n
Residents can confirm their collection schedule by visiting HoustonSolidWaste.org or by using the HTX Collects mobile app.”<\/p>\n
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