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City of Atlanta Announces Modified Solid Waste Schedule on Labor Day

All solid waste services will be delayed one day throughout the holiday week

ATLANTA – The City of Atlanta has announced that in observance of Labor Day, the Department of Public Works Office of Solid Waste Services will not collect garbage, recycling, yard trimmings, or bulk items on Monday, September 1, 2025.

Residents whose regular collection day is Friday, September 5, should place their carts at the curbside by 7 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, for service.

The regular solid waste collection schedule resumes on Monday, September 8, 2025.

Residents in need of additional assistance can contact the City of Atlanta by dialing 3-1-1 (inside Atlanta City limits) or 404-546-0311. They may also download the Atlanta Solid Waste Services mobile app or visit www.atlantaga.gov/solidwaste to find their collection schedule.

For more information about the City of Atlanta, please visit www.atlantaga.gov or watch City Channel 26. Follow the City of Atlanta on Facebook and Twitter @CityofAtlanta.

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For more information about the City of Atlanta, please visit www.atlantaga.gov or watch City Channel 26. Follow the City of Atlanta on Facebook and Twitter @CityofAtlanta.