Q: Do you accept prescription medications?

JUNE 2022 UPDATE: With the start of renovations to the Police Division offices at the Municipal Services Center, the Drug Collection Unit has been decommissioned and the division is no longer accepting old or unused prescription drugs. The closest alternative is at the CVS pharmacy at Kingsdale. DEA Drug Take Back Events Each fall and spring, the Police Division takes part in national drug take back events coordinated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) . These events provide an easy way for residents to drop-off old and unused prescription drugs drive-thru style at the Municipal Services Center parking lot. Dates are posted on our event calendar and published in City newsletters . Visit the Police Support Services Bureau - Drug Disposal section of our website or call 614-583-5150 with questions.

Question 1

Are residents allowed to burn brush, leaves, etc?

Accepted Answer

Open burning of any yard waste such as brush or leaves is prohibited in the City of Upper Arlington. Yard waste disposal questions should be directed to the Public Service Department, at 614-583-5350 or visit our Solid Waste Services section. For any outdoor burning concerns, call 614-583-5100.

Question 2

How do I dispose of old gasoline, paint or other flammable materials?

Accepted Answer

The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) has a year-round drop-off facility for household hazardous wastes. SWACO also schedules annual household hazardous waste collection days at local communities. Visit www.swaco.org.

Question 3

How do I get rid of old furniture or large kitchen appliances?

Webmaster · Accepted Answer

Bulk items are collected on your regular collection day; please have the item(s) at your curb by 7 am on your regular collection day. Some large appliances and items containing Freon may incur additional charges for collection, and mattresses & box springs must be wrapped in plastic for bulk pick-up. For questions about what items are accepted, please contact Local Waste Services at 614-583-5370 (option 2).

Question 4

What is the trash and recycling schedule for weeks that have a City holiday?

City Webmaster · Accepted Answer

Local Waste observes some but not all of the City’s holidays each year. These holidays delay collection by one day, with normal service resuming the following week (if the holiday falls on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, there is no collection delay):

New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day

Question 5

What should I do with yard waste?

Webmaster · Accepted Answer

Yard waste is picked up on your regular refuse and recycling collection day. Click here for more details on Yard Waste Collection. Alternatively, residents may drop off acceptable yard waste free-of-charge at the Ohio Mulch composting facility located at 4120 Roberts Road. Please call 614-921-9330 to check hours of operation.

Question 6

Who do I call for Trash and Recycling questions?

Webmaster · Accepted Answer

The Public Service Department at the City can help to answer any questions regarding trash or recycling services, Monday-Friday from 7:30 am-4:30 pm at 614-583-5350. Local Waste Services can be reached Monday-Friday from 8 am-5 pm at 614-583-5370 (option 2) or by emailing info@localwasteservices.com.

Question 7

Do you accept prescription medications?

Webmaster · Accepted Answer

JUNE 2022 UPDATE: With the start of renovations to the Police Division offices at the Municipal Services Center, the Drug Collection Unit has been decommissioned and the division is no longer accepting old or unused prescription drugs. The closest alternative is at the CVS pharmacy at Kingsdale. DEA Drug Take Back Events Each fall and spring, the Police Division takes part in national drug take back events coordinated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). These events provide an easy way for residents to drop-off old and unused prescription drugs drive-thru style at the Municipal Services Center parking lot. Dates are posted on our event calendar and published in City newsletters. Visit the Police Support Services Bureau - Drug Disposal section of our website or call 614-583-5150 with questions.

Question 8

If I sell my home between utility billing cycles, will the City reimburse me for the “unused” service period?

Accepted Answer

No, all fees included on your utility invoice (stormwater, solid waste, neighborhood lighting utility—if applicable) run with the property and the City does not prorate the amount due should a property change hands during the year. The individual/party that owns the property in question when the utility bill is received is responsible for payment in full.We recommend that you discuss balancing your utility account through your realtor and escrow closing, similar to how property taxes are pro-rated.

Question 9

Is my utility fee tax deductible?

Accepted Answer

No, it is a utility fee just like your water or electric bills, and is therefore not tax deductible.

Question 10

How do I dispose of items not accepted through the City's bulk collection program?

Webmaster · Accepted Answer

Please visit SWACO’s resource page for various ways to donate, recycle, or scrap unwanted items at http://www.swaco.org/251/Recycling-Reuse-Search-Tool.

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Public Works (5)

Are residents allowed to burn brush, leaves, etc?

How do I get rid of old furniture or large kitchen appliances?

What is the trash and recycling schedule for weeks that have a City holiday?

What should I do with yard waste?

Who do I call for Trash and Recycling questions?