Waste Management

Whether it's recyclables that we can use again, yard waste that we can turn into mulch, or items we haul to the landfill, we are always looking for ways to keep the Bluegrass beautiful. Our work is not just about getting rid of things, it's about Lexington's quality of life, its health, and the look of our community.

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News

Free Trash Disposal Day – Saturday, April 9

The City of Lexington, along with the Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station, is offering Fayette County residents a free trash disposal day for non-hazardous household waste. The event is Saturday, April 9, from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Trash can resident seeks furever home

On Feb. 6, Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control received a call about a loose dog on Whitney Avenue. But when officers responded to the call, there was no dog to be found. That is until another call came in saying the dog was inside of a tipped-over trash can.

City now accepting Community Environmental Academy Applications

Returning to in-person sessions after a two-year pause, the Community Environmental Academy (CEA) is once again open for applications. This Academy is designed to connect Lexington residents to local environmental topics.

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