Residential trash and collection delayed on Thursday in KCK

Waste Management will not collect residential trash and recycling in Kansas City, Kansas, on Thursday, Feb. 17, according to an announcement by the Unified Government.

A snowstorm is forecast to hit Wyandotte County and the surrounding region on Thursday.

Residential trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day this week, according to the announcement.

Those whose normal trash day is Thursday, should place their items at the curb or street edge on Friday, Feb. 18.

Those whose normal trash day is Friday, should play their items at the curb or street edge on Saturday, Feb. 19.

If there are further delays caused by hazardous weather, another announcement will be made about the residential trash collection schedule.

“Although we do not anticipate additional delays this week, residents should keep their eyes on the Unified Government’s website, Facebook, and Nextdoor for updates,” said Dave Reno, the UG Public Works Department’s community engagement officer. “Public Works extends its thanks to everyone for their patience during this storm – please remember to slow down and give drivers plenty of room to work safely.”

To learn more about solid waste management, read frequently asked questions, and view tips, visit wycokck.org/Waste.

To report a service issue, dial 3-1-1 or visit mywyco.wycokck.org.