The Colorado Centre Metropolitan District offers trash service to our residential customers through a local company, Republic Services. Republic Services provides a substantial discount (approximately 50%) to all residents in Colorado Centre who opt-in to this service through CCMD. Trash service through this agreement will be invoiced on your water/wastewater bill. Rates are contingent upon current Republic Services rates. Residents may opt-in to this service on their service application or by calling or visiting the CCMD office.
Residential Trash Collection
UNACCEPTED ITEMS
The following items are not accepted by the GFL Truck: Rocks, Concrete, Dirt, or Sod. These items are heavy and not compactable. Do not place in your TOTER.
ASHES must not be placed directly in your TOTER, regardless of how cool they may appear. To properly dispose of ashes please place them in a metal container for THREE TO FOUR DAYS. After they have cooled please put the ashes in a bag and place it NEXT TO your TOTER on your pick-up day.
TOTER
The TOTER must be placed at the designated pickup spot for your lot, either at the curb or in the alley, before 7:00 am on your pickup day. After your TOTER is emptied it is your responsibility to move it to a safe location on your lot, away from wind and theft.
Your TOTER is provided by and property of Republic Services. Damage to your TOTER beyond normal wear will result in a replacement fee. For your records please note the number on your TOTER.
Recycling
Residents may sign up for Recycling Directly through Republic Services (719-633-8709)
Large or Unusual Items
To schedule pickup of large or usual items, residents must call Republic Services at 719-633-8709 and let them know the size and description of the item or items. Republic Services will then give an estimate of the cost to have the items removed and payment will be collected for the service before the items will be collected.