St. Johns County Solid Waste Division
The Curbside Times
May 2026 Newsletter
| |
The Solid Waste Division is dedicated to delivering sustainable services to meet the community's ever-changing solid waste management needs. With weekly curbside collections for over 117,000 residential units, we take pride in serving our community and providing the high-quality and timely services that every resident deserves. | | | | At-the-Curb News & Resources | |
Holiday Schedule
County Offices Closed
| |
St. Johns County Memorial Day Holiday Office Hours
In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, all departments of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners and St. Johns County administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 25. All offices will resume standard business hours on Tuesday, May 26.
Garbage and recycling collection schedules will not be delayed. The Tillman Ridge and Stratton Road transfer stations will maintain standard business hours. Additionally, residents can download the Recycle Coach app or visit www.recyclestjohns.com to obtain curbside collection schedules, sign up for alerts, and quickly learn how to properly dispose of different household waste materials.
| | |
Celebrate a Sustainable Memorial Day
As you celebrate Memorial Day with family and friends, consider simple ways to reduce waste and conserve resources. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or heading to the beach or park, a few simple steps can make your holiday both meaningful and sustainable.
Sustainable Tips for Your Memorial Day Celebration:
-
Skip single-use items: Use reusable plates, cups, and utensils instead of disposable plastics.
-
Recycle right: Set up clearly labeled recycling bins to make it easy for guests.
-
Reduce food waste: Plan portions carefully and store leftovers for later use.
-
Stay hydrated sustainably: Encourage reusable water bottles or beverage dispensers instead of single-use bottles.
-
Shop local: Support local farmers and businesses when purchasing food and supplies.
-
Respect outdoor spaces: Clean up thoroughly and leave parks and beaches better than you found them.
These small steps can make a big impact while still enjoying the holiday.
| | | |
| |
Adopt-A-Road
On April 29, the Rotary Club of Bartram Trail conducted a road cleanup on Racetrack Road. The 12 volunteers collected 180 lbs of litter in 2 hours.
| | | |
Kids Ocean Day
The annual Kids Ocean Day Florida took place at Anastasia State Park on April 17th with an estimated 60 3rd-grade students from Ketterlinus Elementary and an additional 30 chaperones and volunteers. Everyone enjoyed an educational experience, visiting stations set up at the hilltop in the park where they learned about the ocean and its sea animals, water safety, and litter that is constantly being left on the beach that shouldn’t. When tourists and residents visit the beach, the only items that you should take with you are the ones you bring, and the only things that should be left behind are footprints.
| |
Arbor Day
The St. Johns County Solid Waste Division collaborated with the City of St. Augustine Beach for its annual Arbor Day celebration. The event took place on Friday, April 17th, at City Hall. We engage with the community in educating the attendees about how the process of recycling is different between locations. Making them aware of how important it is for everyone to look up and follow the guidelines of their municipality's recycling guidelines. Everyone took home a new tree, educational materials, interactive activities, and other fun, family‑friendly resources to help promote sustainability and environmental awareness.
| |
Proper Disposal
Spring is a great time to clear out clutter and refresh your home. As you sort through items, consider whether they can be reused, repurposed, or donated before throwing them away. Small choices like these help reduce waste and support the community.
Some items should never go in your regular garbage. Household hazardous waste such as chemicals, paint, batteries, tires, and electronics require special handling to protect people, equipment, and the environment.
St. Johns County offers convenient drop-off locations where these items can be safely recycled or disposed of. Using these services helps prevent harmful materials from entering landfills and keeps our community clean.
Before heading out, take a moment to group your items by type and check what is accepted at each location. This will help make your visit quick and easy.
| | |
Download the St. Johns County Recycle Coach App
Become a Better Recycler
Download the app or go to www.RecycleStJohns.com to get your curbside collection schedule, sign up for alerts, and quickly learn how to properly dispose of different waste materials.
Download the Recycle Coach App and become a better recycler today!
Apple App Store | Google Play
| | Top Material Searches on Recycle Coach Last Month | | Sod, dirt, rocks, large stumps, trunks and branches are not accepted as yard waste. Use as clean fill or bring them to a depot. | | |
Donation or reuse is the preferred option for items in good condition. Alternatively, contact your waste hauler or bring items to a depot - please see Drop-off Locations for important details.
You can place large, bulky items out at the curb next to your regular garbage. This includes couches, sectionals, mattresses, household furniture, etc.
| | Televisions require special processing to recover the materials they're made from. Please bring them to an electronics drop-off location. | | |
Total Recycled
April 2026
2,055 tons
| Our goal at the Solid Waste Division is to divert as much waste as we can from the landfill. One of the best ways to do this is through our residential curbside recycling program. This Trash Tracker shows how well we're doing in St. Johns County. | | |
Total Flags
Collected to date
26,420
| The American Flag Rescue Program provides residents with the opportunity to properly retire flags with honor and respect. American Flag Drop Boxes are available to the public in over 25 locations throughout St. Johns County. | | |
Total Litter
Collected Year-to-Date
10,434 pounds
| The St. Johns County Adopt-A-Road program provides an opportunity for residents, businesses, nonprofits, and community groups to adopt sections of county road and help remove litter and debris in an effort to keep St. Johns County beautiful | |
| | Get more St. Johns County news by receiving our e-newsletters. | Stay informed with accurate, timely information through a blend of community outreach initiatives by the Office of Public Affairs. | | | | | | |
