Q.What are YELLOW CITY LOGO GARBAGE BAGS?
A.Their purpose is to handle usage over the 2-item-rule. These bags can be purchased at Publix (in pack of 20) or City Hall (in pack of 5) at $1.55 per bag. All Service Refuse will pick up as many of the bags as you place curbside on your scheduled collection day. This method helps to keep costs down for residents who produce a minimal amount of garbage. |
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Q.How do I dispose of items between bulk dates or items that are not accepted in the regular mainstream, such as bricks or shingles?
A. In two different ways:
1. Such items may be taken to the Pompano Central Landfill. Its off Powerline Road, north of Sample Road. Call at (954) 974-3802 to inquire about the fee. The site is opened Monday to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
2. Through special arrangements with All Service Refuse - (954) 583-1830.
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Q.Where can I dispose of pesticides, insecticides, paint, automotive batteries, motor oil?
A.These items are handled through the Broward County facility at 2780 Powerline Rd., Pompano Beach. Its mile north of Copans Rd., adjacent to the hardware store. The site is open to Broward County residents Fridays and Saturdays only, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
You can direct your questions to the Broward County help line at (954) 765-4999.
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Q.How can I obtain a new or additional red recycling bin?
A.Recycling bins can be obtained from City Hall at 7525 NW 88 Avenue,
Monday- Thursday 7:30am to 5:30pm,
Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
B. Satellite City Hall at 4267 W.Commercial Boulevard,
Monday-Friday 10:00am to 2:00pm.
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Q.When are recycling materials picked up?
A.The recycling collection is on your first garbage day of the week.
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Q.I would like to remove a tree. What steps need to be taken?
A.The City of Tamarac does not regulate tree removal whether on public or private property. The Broward County Department of Environmental Protection, controls all activities related to tree removal.
For information on tree removal, please call (954) 519-1230.
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Q.What can I do about the family of possums in my yard?
A.Call a private trapper (listed in the Yellow Pages) to trap living, nuisance wildlife.
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Q.What should I do about the dead animal on the road?
A.Call Broward County Animal Care and Regulation Division at (954) 359-1313 extension 400 to report a dead animal to be picked up from 7:00am to 5:30pm Monday through Friday. Additional services provided through this number include:
Pick up a stray dog or cat that is confined.
Rescue an injured cat or dog.
Rescue a sick cat, dog, or wildlife.
Rescue a dog or cat in distress.
Investigate animal cruelty in unincorporated areas of the county.
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Q.What if I would like to know when my street is going to be resurfaced?
A.The City is resurfacing public roads throughout the City as part of a seven-year program. If you would like to know if your street has been sheduled for resurfacing, please call (954) 597-3712.
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Q.What can I do about the canal/lake in back of my house that is full of vegetation and looks terrible?
A.The Stormwater Management Division is responsible for the maintenance of waterways, including debris removal and control of aquatic vegetation. The Citys aquatic weed control program is designed to maintain a certain amount of vegetation in the waterways which is necessary to support aquatic life and habitats. However, during the summer months, it is possible to see a proliferation of aquatic vegetation due to a combination of factors such as fluctuation in water levels, sunlight, and flow of fertilizing nutrients from golf courses and lawns.
The City makes every effort to control the growth of vegetation with a combination of EPA permitted and approved chemical spraying, and grass carp. Should you have a problem with canal maintenance, drainage or excessive aquatic weed growth in your area, please contact (954) 597-3721.
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Q.What if there is a pothole on the street where I reside?
A.The Streets Division maintains and repairs all City owned roadways. To report potholes or damage to street or traffic signs, please contact (954) 597-3733.
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Q. There is a street light that is not working or is not working properly.
A.Residents should call FPL directly at (954) 797-5000 to report an outage. The operator will ask for the location and pole number. FPL will assign a reference number used for tracking each request.
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