No, you should not place extra bags of garbage outside of your trash container. Should you choose to place items outside of the designated containers on the day of pick up Lemay will pick up the garbage left at the curb, however, you will be charged directly by LeMay.
Why are the containers at McChord being picked up and swapped out?
The goal is to standardize the program and create consistency across JBLM to make it easier for Staff Members that service both installations.
Additional Services Available from LeMay or LMC:
What do I do if I want to rent additional cans and how much are they?
Additional cans can be rented directly from Lemay.
Call LeMay’s customer service team at 253-537-8687 or email them at cust2180@wasteconnections.com.
Containers are delivered within 5 business days.
The below charges are monthly costs:
65 gallon can = $20.37 + 3.6% refuse tax $0.73Total Cost = $21.10
95 gallon can = $26.39 + 3.6% refuse tax $.95 Total Cost = $27.34
Recycle Can = Recycling can $6.01
Yard Waste Can = $5.53
All Prices are subject to change.
What do we do if we have the need for bulk trash pickup?
All residents will receive bulk trash pickup once per calendar year (January to December) and again at move out at no cost. This can be coordinated easily by contacting your LMC Call Center at (253) 912-2150. A notice of 2 business days is required and trash cannot be placed out on the curb until the day of the pick-up.
Scheduled bulk pickups take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Are there items that LeMay will not pick up for bulk pickup?
LeMay does not take items that can be taken to the recycle center for example, TV’s, or any other type of larger recyclable items. Hazardous waste products are not accepted and larger furniture items that must be broken down will not be picked up if you have not taken those extra steps to break them down (couches, chairs and mattresses do not need to be broken down). Lastly, LeMay will not accept appliances. However, if you have appliances that need to be disposed of, you can contact the LMC Call Center and we will provide you with the options available to you.
What if I want to pay for an out of cycle container or bulk trash pick-ups?
This service is available to you. Just call the LeMay customer service number to schedule a pick up. LeMay will bill you directly.
LeMay Charges for special out of cycle pick-ups.
65 gallon refuse container: $15.82
95 gallon refuse container: $19.72
95 gallon recycle container: $11.92
Twin mattress or box spring: $6.72
Full mattress or box spring: $10.08
Queen mattress or box spring: $13.44
King mattress or box spring: $16.80
Sofa: $20.16
Loveseat: $10.08
Chair: $6.72
Recliner: $13.44
These are typical items other items can be quoted over the phone as needed. These rates are subject to change.
What are my options related to yard waste if I choose to maintain my own yard or have a fenced in back yard?
All residents are encouraged to mulch their yards as part of our Net Zero program and waste reduction. However, if you do wish to dispose of your yard clippings you can contact the LeMay customer service number to be set up for yard waste service.
Is there a cost to the yard waste program?
No, this service is an enhanced service and is available at no cost to our customers that have a fenced in back yard and those that choose to maintain their own yards.
Other Options:
What are my options if LeMay won’t pick up my trash?
A couple of local options are listed below.
The landfill in Pierce County:
Pierce County Recycling, Composting, and Disposal Land Recovery Inc.
17925 Meridian St E
Puyallup, WA 98375
253-847-7555
www.lrilandfill.com
Hours of Operation: 8:00am – 5:45pm Daily
Closed on Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, and New Years Day
Full Recycling Center, Yard Waste Disposal, and Solid Waste Disposal
The landfill in Tacoma:
Tacoma City Landfill
3510 S. Mullen
Tacoma, WA 98407
253-591-5418
www.cityoftacoma.org
Hours of Operation: 8:00am –6pm Daily
Closed on Fourth of July, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, and New Year’s Day
Full Recycling Center, Yard Waste Disposal, and Solid Waste Disposal
We continue to explore other options for our residents and as they come available we will be letting residents know on Facebook.
What about recycling?
What about Glass recycling? Is that going away for the residents of McChord?
Curbside glass recycling service will no longer be offered to any residents.
What other options do I have if I want to continue to recycle glass?
Glass recycling is available at the recycle centers on base located on Lewis Main right behind the Commissary or at McChord Field Recycle Center located on South Gate Road.
Is there a resource for Food Waste disposal?
No, food waste curbside recycling is not offered as part of this program. This material can be thrown into the garbage container.
Can I put hazardous waste in my trash can?
No, those items should be taken directly to the JBLM Hazardous Waste Center for your safety and the protection of the environment. Illegal dumping of hazardous waste can result in significant fines.
Please dispose of waste responsibly.
JBLM, Building 1210, Hazardous Waste Management
Monday - Thursday 1300 - 1600 / Friday 1300 - 1530
253-967-4786
Are there any penalties?
What will happen if I just leave trash on the curb when it isn’t a trash day?
All trash must be in a container or marked for bulk pick up on the scheduled day for pick up. Any other time a resident does not utilize the options available to them for trash removal; this will be considered a lease violation. A $25 fine will be charged as well as the charges listed in the out of cycle pick up section located on page 2 under the additional services section and LMC will remove the trash. Continual violations will result in lease termination.
I heard there is a charge if something is put in to a recycle or yard waste can that shouldn’t be. Is that true?
This is true, contaminated recycling and yard waste cans are a violation of your lease agreement. The contents will be considered trash and you may be charged for an additional trash can pick up. Please follow all of the guidelines provided to you by LeMay for acceptable items in your cans to avoid these charges.
What if I have a problem?
What do I do if my trash can comes up missing or is broken?
As part of this transition, LeMay will be marking all trash cans with a serial number that will be assigned to each home. If you have a problem and your trash can is missing or is broken, you can contact LeMay directly for assistance.
What is the LeMay customer service Number?
The LeMay customer service team can be reached at 253-537-8687 or email them at cust2180@wasteconnections.com.
Who do I contact if LeMay is unable to answer my questions?
You can also contact the LMC Call Center and they can assist you or direct you to your neighborhood office if necessary. They can be reached at (253) 912-2150.