by TImothy Rutt

Athens Services has sent out a flyer to customers that their first annual curbside cleanup will take place in the next few weeks, offering residents a chance to get rid of some items that may not go in the normal trash pickup.

Items that can be left at the curb include buky items (furniture, appliances, and up to two car/truck tires); electronic equipment (but not light bulbs nor batteries); and extra bagged trash.

Athens says it cannot collect household hazardous waste such as paint, motor oil, paint thinner, turpentine, pesticides, herbicides, or anything that requires a proper disposal.  If you have any questions, call Athens' customer service ad 877-764-5551.  Household hazardous waste disposal questions can go to 888-CLEAN-LA or visit www.CleanLA.com

Curbside cleanup schedule is as follows

If your trash day is                   Curbside Cleanup Day

Monday                                       Sat., June 16

Tuesday                                       Sat., June 23

Wednesday                                 Sat., June 30

Thursday                                      Sat., July 14

Friday                                           Sat., July 21

Athens asks to put items at the curb not later than 6 PM the night before.  PIckup will begin at 6 AM.