Yard Waste Collection will resume in Quincy the week of March 14.  At that time Evans Recycling will collect yard waste in marked containers and the special yard waste paper bags.In order for yard waste (leaves and grass) to be collected, it must be bagged, bundled or in cans (loose) and placed at the curb.  Yard waste can be stored in reusable cans or in biodegradable paper bags which are sold in local stores.  Containers should be marked with an X from tape or a marker.  Plastic bags are not accepted. Total weight of bags must not exceed 40 lbs. and 55 gallon drums cannot be used.

Branches are not to exceed 1” in diameter and 4’ in length. The City of Quincy and Evans Recycling would like to remind citizens that trash, garbage, or recycle items should not be placed in yard waste bags.

The hours of operation at Evans Recycling located at 711 West Radio Road beginning March 15 will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday through Saturday.

The disposal site shall be closed New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Property owners in the City of Quincy are allowed to take their yard waste to the site during the above listed hours.

For questions or additional information, please call 217-228-1432.

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