in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, A pr il 14 ,2 02 2 | 20 Yard waste collection has resumed As of the first week of April, yard waste is being collected in urban areas every other week on the same day as garbage. Help keep our compost clean: Only use paper yard waste bags or a rigid reusable container (no lid) with a yellow yard waste label. To order labels, visit halton.ca/waste. Tie and bundle brush no larger than 2 m x 1 m (6ft x 3 ft) wide, with branches a maximum of 7.5 cm in diameter. No dirt, sod, grass clippings and/or plastic pots or bags The Region's 2021 Economic Review highlights Halton's strong local economic growth and recovery from COVID-19. With more people and companies choosing to call our community home, Halton saw significant business investment, a marked increase in residential and commercial construction and an improvement in our unemployment rate in 2021. Our Small Business Centre and Global Business Centre teams continue to support businesses as they navigate the many supports available and find opportunities to succeed in the changing economy. To learn more about the 2021 Economic Review or access the Region's business services, visit halton.ca. 2021 Economic Review points to a positive future Please contact us, as soon as possible, if you have any accessibility needs at Halton Region events or meetings. 04 14 22 Gary Carr Regional Chair Meetings at Halton Region Regional Council meetings are taking place through web conferencing until further notice. Videos will be posted to halton.ca. Spring waste reminders and tips Halton Region offers many ways to manage your household waste and contribute to community waste reduction. Please check the Events and Resources page on halton.ca/waste for a list of upcoming waste events, including compost giveaways and Special Waste Drop-off Days. Visit halton.ca/waste to learn more about Halton's waste management programs, including waste tips and acceptable items. You can also sign up for weekly waste collection reminders and updates! 1. Go to"Find your waste collection schedule." 2. Type in your address. 3. Click on"Get a reminder"and follow the instructions. Place waste securely at the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day and no sooner than 5 p.m. the evening before. Ensure your bin is the proper size so it can be easily picked up by collection crews. versized bins will not be collected. Bag and tie your garbage and Green Cart bags before placing at the curb. Ensure organics are placed in BPI-certified or paper bags. Loose items will not be collected. Wrap mattresses and box springs in plastic before placing at the curb for bulk waste collection. Help reduce wind-blown litter: • Consider putting recyclables in a clear plastic bag on windy days. • Place materials at the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day, not the night before. • If you use your Blue Box, try to stack heavier recyclables on top and do not overfill it. HWMS Spring Sunday openings The Halton Waste Management Site will be open every Sunday from May 1 to June 26, 2022 (8 a.m. to noon). Visit the Halton Waste Management Site page on halton.ca/waste for a full list of acceptable items, fees, services and more. Location: Halton Waste Management Site - 5400 Regional Road 25, Milton, L9E 0L2. Open: Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Every Sunday in May and June, 8 a.m. to noon Curbside collection tips Help protect the health and safety of individuals collecting your waste by following these tips: clables in a . 100 cm (39") high Ensur can be easily picked up b Ov 100 cm (39") 125L or less 23 kg (50 lbs) or less 50 cm (20") wide Get a reminder!