Reading Rubbish and Recycling Cart Program Survey

Rubbish and Recycling Cart Program

In April Town Meeting will be asked to approve the purchase of rubbish and recycling carts for every Reading household. This will better prepare the Town financially for when the current rubbish/recycling collection contract expires in 2026 and the town considers moving to automated collections. Advantages of the carts include mitigating rodent issues, rain filling up uncovered barrels, litter blowing around neighborhoods, and offering better aesthetics to the Town on collection days. Each household would be provided with (1) cart for rubbish and (1) cart for recycling. We are issuing this survey to obtain resident feedback about the proposed program.

1.Would one (1) 64-gallon cart be sufficient for your weekly household RUBBISH?(Required.)

Yes

2.If a 64-gallon cart is not sufficient, would you consider leasing a second 64-gallon cart for an annual fee (estimated between $150-$200)? (Required.)

Yes

3.If a 64-gallon cart is not sufficient, would you consider using 30-gallon overflow bags that can be purchased at a local retail establishment when needed (bags are priced about $2-$3 each). (Required.)

Yes

4.Would you prefer a cart smaller than 64-gallons for your weekly household rubbish? (Required.)

Yes

5.Would one (1) 64-gallon cart be sufficient for your weekly RECYCLING?(Required.)

Yes

6.If one (1) 64-gallon recycling cart is not sufficient, would you be interested in the Town providing you with a second 64-gallon cart?(Required.)

Yes

8.Do you have children under 18 in your household?(Required.)

Yes

Prefer not to answer

10.What questions or concerns do you have about the new cart program for rubbish and recycling?