The City of Timmins is considering expanding our curbside waste collection services in 2025 to eligible rural households. This survey aims to gather feedback from residents who currently rely on rural landfill sites and recycling depots.

Rural landfills are nearing capacity and changes to waste management services are required to meet the needs of the community. Curbside collection services could increase accessibility to waste services and extend the limited lifespan of the rural landfill sites. If you use the German Twp., Evelyn Twp., or Thornloe Twp. landfill sites, we are requesting your input to help shape the implementation plan and ensure waste management services continue to meet the needs of the community.

We ask that only one representative from each household completes the survey.

Important definitions:

Common Collection Point is a designated location where residents in areas with limited truck access can place their waste and recycling for scheduled pick-up. These points are strategically positioned to serve multiple households within a reasonable distance, ensuring efficient collection while addressing logistical challenges such as narrow roads, private lanes, or seasonal access restrictions.

Landfill capacity is the total amount of waste a landfill can hold before it is full. Once it reaches this limit, the landfill can no longer accept more waste, requiring alternative solutions like expanding the site or developing a depot, both of which require significant funds and resources. Alternatively, offering curbside collection is a solution that provides convenience with limited increase in cost.

Transfer Site or Depot is a facility where waste or other diversion materials are accepted and then transferred to another location for processing or disposal.

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* 1. What is your name?

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* 2. What is the property address that utilizes a rural landfill site?

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* 3. Are you the property owner?

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* 4. Is the rural property seasonal? Or year-round?

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* 5. Is the rural property currently serviced by curbside waste and recycling collection?

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* 6. Which rural landfill site do you use to drop off your household waste?

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* 7. How often do you visit the landfill for waste disposal?

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* 8. Do you currently recycle at a designated recycling depot?

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* 9. Where do you drop off your household recycling? Select all that apply.

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* 10. Would you support the introduction of curbside waste collection for your rural household?

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* 11. Due to limited truck access, some areas may require designated common collection points. Would you be willing to use a common collection point if needed?

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* 12. What factors would impact your willingness to use a common collection point? Check all that apply.

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* 13. Do you have any concerns or suggestions regarding the transition to curbside waste collection?

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* 14. Which option would you prefer for your waste management needs? Check only one.