Public Works Department - Automated Trash Collection
727-54704575 ext. 250
publicworks2@mytreasureisland.org

In order to modernize waste collection to the residents of Treasure Island and reduce employee injuries, the city introduced a fully automated refuse collection service. The first phase of this program began on August 29th, 2006 on Paradise Island (including Paradise Lane). The next phase included Isle of Palms and Isle of Capri and started on July 16, 2007. Click here for the news release.

You can now dispose of household waste in a city-provided 90-gallon container, which is larger than a normal garbage can.

Each single family home received one 90-gallon roll-out cart at no charge. When placed at the curb for collection, a truck equipped with a specially designed mechanical arm will allow the operator to lift the roll-out cart off the street, empty it into the truck, and return the cart to its original position.

Our current method of collecting garbage exposes the homeowner and the garbage men to many hazards from heavy or worn out garbage cans. Often times, dogs, cats or the wind scatter garbage placed at the curb. This creates an eyesore and health hazard.

Click here for the Automated Trash Collection brochure

The carts provided by the City of Treasure Island are strong, durable and have tight fitting, hinged lids. Attached wheels help the homeowner "roll out the trash" and automated lifting help the garbage men empty the cart. Both users benefit from the new system.


You can purchase an additional cart for 1/2 the existing solid waste rate plus the initial cost of the cart. Call Public Works at 547-4575 ext. 250 for details.

A police report is required to replace a stolen or vandalized roll-out cart at no charge. The TIPD number is 547-4595. A roll-out cart replaced due to customer negligence will be at the customer’s expense.

Each roll-out cart bears a serial number, which has been assigned a street address. The cart stays with the house, regardless of whether the resident sells or moves. The customer will be charged the cost of the cart if removed from the assigned property.

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