For the safety and health of Republic Services employees that provide the City of Joplin’s residential trash service, the August 25 and 26 collections will start at 5 a.m. instead of 6 a.m. The trash trucks will run through the early portion of the routes picking up all trash that is set out, and then make another pass after 6 a.m. to pick up trash that was missed. The City is granting this variance from the 6 a.m. start time due to the excessive heat advisory, which is due to expire Tuesday evening. The City of Joplin understands the necessity of protecting the trash truck drivers from the hazards of extreme heat. Should the heat advisory continue, the 5:00 a.m. start time will be announced.
Mary Anne Phillips, Recycling Coordinator, stated, “We understand that some residents may not have their trash out by 5 a.m. or learn about the change, but if it is out by 6 a.m., the trash will still be picked up.”
Should the need arise, residents are advised to call Republic Services at (800) 431-1507 for customer service issues. Phillips said the trash company managers are taking every precaution to protect their employees such as monitoring the drivers and providing cool drinks throughout the day.
The City apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause but are confident that residents will understand due to the current severe heat advisory and heat index.
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