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Weekly Trash Collection
The City provides weekly trash collection for all residents within city limits, using an automated trash collection system. Each household is provided a city-owned trash cart, a SmartCart, to use for their household's trash. The City provides residents with one consolidated collection day for all solid waste services - household trash, yard waste, and recycling.  View a map of the City's collection schedule.


Thank You for Helping Us Better Serve You
Residents can continue to help keep solid waste collection efficient by:

  • having your SmartCart at the curb by 8 a.m.,
  • making sure the arrows on the SmartCart point toward the street,
  • allowing 3 feet between the SmartCart and other objects,
  • fitting all trash in the SmartCart,
  • keeping yard waste to a minimum, and
  • reducing your household's trash through recycling.

Additional Trash Collection Guidelines smartcart

  • SmartCarts must be at the curb by 8 am on your scheduled trash day and returned to your residence by 5 pm the next day.
  • Any extra trash that will not fit into the SmartCart must be in bags (not cans/carts) placed beside the SmartCart.
  • Sharp objects such as broken glass, knives, or syringes should be placed in a rigid container or a cardboard box and labeled to prevent injury to collection workers.
  • Never place trash on or in front of storm sewer openings.
  • No liquids or yard waste will be collected with household trash.
  • Paint and other hazardous items should be disposed of through the City’s Household Hazardous Waste Program.  Empty paint cans be placed beside the SmartCart with the lids off showing that the contents are completely dry.
  • Large or bulky household items will require a scheduled bulk item pickup.  Examples include: furniture, appliances, mattresses, lumber and large tree limbs.


Holiday Schedule

  • The City collects trash, recycling, and yard waste as usual on all holidays except: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.  If one of these holidays falls Monday – Friday, all service after the holiday will be one day later that week only.


Caring for Your SmartCart

  • Smart Carts are the property of the City and are provided for trash collection service. Carts are assigned to the address, not to the resident.
  • Residents are responsible for cleaning and protecting the cart from damage or abuse.
  • Repair of damages due to normal wear will be the responsibility of the City. Residents may be charged for repairs due to neglect or misuse of the cart.
  • Additional carts may be provided with a monthly fee of $5 for each additional cart at the individual resident's request.


Trash Bags Available for Purchase
While customers are not required to use "City of Olathe" trash bags, the bags are available for purchase (roll of 50 = $7.50 + tax) at the following locations: 

  • City Hall, 100 E. Santa Fe (M-F, 8 am - 5 pm)
  • Municipal Services Center, 1385 S. Robinson (M-F, 8 am - 5 pm)
  • Transfer Station, 1681 S. Valley Road (M-F, 7 am - 4 pm and Sat 7 am - noon)

 

Scheduling a Bulk Item Pick-up

Olathe residents can arrange for a curbside pickup of large or bulky household items by calling 971-9311 at least 24 hours before your scheduled trash day. All items must be placed within 8 feet of the curb by 8:00 am on your trash day, and the following charges apply:

  • Household items, construction debris or brush = $16 per 15 minutes of loading time
  • Refrigerated appliances (refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners) = $30 each
  • Automobile tires = $10 minimum for up to 2 tires; $5 for each additional tire
  • Truck or tractor tires = $7.50 - $10 each; $16 minimum applies