PHX Reporter

The 2023 Monsoon officially began on June 15. The Phoenix Public Works Department offers many services that may come in handy before, during, and after big storms.

• Once the first big storm is in the forecast, sand for sandbags will be available (while supplies last) at specific City parks. Residents will need to bring their own bags and shovels. Locations are below:

District 1 – Paseo Highlands Park – 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd.

District 2 – Paradise Valley Park – 17642 N. 40th St.

District 3 – Moon Valley Park – 502 W. Coral Gables Dr.

District 4 – Encanto Park Sports Complex – 2121 N. 15th Ave.

District 5 – El Oso Park – 3451 N. 75th Ave.

District 6 – Pecos Park – 17010 S. 48th St.

District 7 – Cesar Chavez Park – 7858 S. 35th Ave.

District 8 – Esteban Park – 3345 E. Roeser Rd.

• Fallen branches and large storm debris can be placed for bulk trash collection  if it happens during your placement/collection week (be sure to check the placement and collection schedule). 
• If you need to dispose of fallen branches when it’s not your turn for bulk trash collection, you can cut them into small pieces, bag them, and put them in your curbside or alley trash container.
• Each residential customer can drop off up to one ton of debris per calendar month (single visit) directly at our transfer stations  at no charge. Be sure to bring your City services bill and your ID.

Other Monsoon Reminders

• Please bag and tie all trash (do not bag recyclables)
• Make sure your lid is closed
• Return your empty containers back to your property promptly so they don't float or blow away in the street during a storm.
• If your curbside containers get damaged (or lost!) during a monsoon storm, you can schedule a service  to have your container either repaired or replaced for free.

Household Hazardous Waste 

As temperatures rise, so does the danger of putting hazardous waste in curbside trash or recycling bins. Items like batteries, pool chemicals, paints, and oils can cause garbage truck fires (also known as hot loads) that endanger truck drivers, slow down collection, and cause extremely expensive damage. Please utilize the Household Hazardous Waste Collection  program to properly dispose of hazardous items.

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