Sarasota County Fresh Start with a Cart – New Solid Waste Services Begin March 31

Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC

 

Sarasota County

 

We’re sending a reminder regarding Sarasota County’s Fresh Start with a Cart initiative, as the county prepares for changes to solid waste services in unincorporated areas.  Changes and collection day changes are specific to residential customers in unincorporated Sarasota County.

Starting one week from today, March 31, new service providers will take over garbage collection. With the county’s current agreement with Waste Management expiring, Sarasota County conducted a competitive bidding process to secure high-quality service at the best value for the community.

What’s Changing?

• New Service Days – Many residents will have a different collection day.
• Bulk Pickup – Four free bulk pickups (up to 10 cubic yards) per year; additional pickups are available for a fee.
• Curbside Collection – Garbage, recycling, and yard waste will continue to be collected on the same day.
• New Garbage Carts – Each household will receive one garbage cart. Additional carts are available upon request (fees apply).

Find Your Collection Day

Residents can use Sarasota County’s interactive map to check their new garbage pickup day here.  For more details, visit www.scgov.net/FreshStartWithACart

Business and commercial owners in unincorporated Sarasota County can visit www.scgov.net/FreshStartBusiness for additional information.

We’re sharing these updates again as we approach March 31. If you have any questions, please reach out, we’re happy to help.