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Trash and recycling collection starts at 6 a.m.
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The City now begins residential trash and recycling collection at 6 a.m. instead of 7 a.m.
6 a.m. pickup information
Wednesday, July 17
Tow Lot
Tow lot

The tow lot is open from 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. Automated kiosks are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for vehicle releases.
Parking Meters
Parking meters

Parking meters are running on their normal schedules today.
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City building hours

All municipal buildings are open based on their normal hours.
Trash and Recycling
Trash and recycling

Pickup is on a normal schedule.
Street Sweeping
Street Cleaning

Today is the third Wednesday of the month and street cleaning is running on a normal schedule.

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