Mark Pendergraft, chair of the board with the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS), says anyone can now visit the RDOS website and type in their home address to view a unique collection calendar for their property and find out details about garbage collection and recycling schedules. Photo Supplied.
Residents throughout the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS), in municipalities and rural areas have a new way to get information regarding their curbside garbage and recycling services.
A newly launched web service allows anyone to type in their home address to access information on garbage and recycling services specific to their property.
Each municipality and Rural Area within the RDOS has slightly different garbage and recycling programs including separate collection days and modified services.
In 2014 the RDOS became a part of ReCollect, a web based service.
Anyone can now visit the RDOS website and type in their home address to view a unique collection calendar for their property.
The application provides links on what can be recycled and the location of nearby recycling depots.
Residents can also sign up for free e-mail or text reminders advising them when to place out refuse each week.
RDOS Chair Mark Pendergraft feels simplifying how people get government information helps residents.
“I know there have been a few evenings I’ve wondered if it is recycling week or when the landfill closes,” explains Pendergraft. “Simplifying how people get information saves time and helps people place out the right stuff.”
The RDOS board is confident that this new service will be popular and assist many local residents, he said.
To access the ReCollect application visit www.rdos.bc.ca and click on ‘Curbside Calendar’ on the right hand side.
The application is also available through the City of Penticton, Town of Oliver and Town of Osoyoos websites.
The RDOS and member municipalities will continue to provide paper calendars to their residents each year and this service only enhances existing programs.
Residents can always contact their local government if they have any questions about curbside or landfill services.
For more information, contact the RDOS Solid Waste Department at 250-490-4129 or call toll free 1-877-610-3737 ext. 4129, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.rdos.bc.ca.
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