new supercans and recycling bins delivered throughout parts of Bloomingdale today; Email from DPW on what to do with the old supercans and recycling bins

See these pics from 1st St NW:

...and here is the Email, once again, from DPW:

To: ward5@yahoogroups.com
From: ldougherty@dccouncil.us
Date: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 16:37:44 -0400
Subject: [WARD5] Q&A regarding the new supercan roll out

Hello,
                 

Here are some Q&A from DPW regarding the new supercan roll out. To see a full list of Q&A, please visit http://dpw.dc.gov/node/768402

                                                                                                     

5. What should I do once I receive my new Supercan (or 32-gallon trash can) and recycling can?

When you receive your cans, please put your address on them in a bright color so that they are easily distinguished from your neighbors’ cans. If you have other cans without an address on them, please do the same.

6. The lid won’t close on my new cans. Are they defective?

No, they are not defective. If your lid doesn’t quite close, place the container in direct sunlight or a warm place. This will cause the containers to “relax” and the problem should clear up. The cans are stacked one upon another with the lids open while being stored. They just need a little time to adjust to being closed.

9. How do I get rid of my old cans once I receive my new Supercan or trash can and recycling can?

Inside the new Supercans and trash cans, you will find an information packet from DPW that will include three “Take Me” labels. Use these labels to classify which can(s) you want DPW to remove. The cans MUST be empty. Then, call 311 or (202) 737-4404 to make a container removal service request. Finally, place the unwanted cans where your trash/recycling are collected and stick the "Take Me" label on the front of the can.

10. What will happen to the old Supercans, trash cans and recycling cans that are taken away?

They will be collected by DPW and recycled.

11. Can I keep using my old Supercan and recycling can and return the new ones?

Yes. Inside the new Supercans or trash cans, you will find an information packet from DPW that will include three “Take Me” labels. Use these labels to classify which can(s) you want DPW to remove. The cans MUST be empty. Then, call 311 or (202) 737-4404 to make a container removal service request. Finally, place the unwanted cans where your trash/recycling are collected and stick the "Take Me" label on the front of the can(s). However, please note that as of February 7, 2014, DPW discontinued repairing the old cans. Hereafter, only the new cans will be repaired.

12. Can I keep and repurpose my old Supercan and recycling can?

Yes. However, please move the repurposed can(s) on to your property so that they do not excessively clutter alleys and streets. Otherwise, you may receive a sanitation citation for having your can(s) on public space outside of your scheduled collections.

              

Best,

                                                                        

Laisha T. Dougherty

Constituent Services Coordinator

Office of Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie, Ward 5

Chairman Pro Tempore

Chair, Committee on Government Operations

1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 506

Washington, DC 20004

202.727.8274 Direct

202.355.4257 Cell

202.724.8028 Main

LDougherty@dccouncil.us