In February, Austin Resource Recovery suspend all large brush and bulk collection due to staffing shortages brought about by COVID-19 and unfilled vacant positions. On Wednesday, the City of Austin announced its plan to resume that service.
According to the city, Austin Resource Recovery has not solved its staffing problem yet, but it is now working with a contractor to reinstate large brush and bulk services. Collections will resume starting Monday, May 2.
Curbside customers who missed a collection during the suspension will be the first to receive bulk and large brush pick up. Customers will receive a notification postcard via mail a couple of weeks before their next collection. Additionally, customers are encouraged to view their calendar of scheduled services at austintexas.gov/myschedule or by downloading the Austin Recycles app.
Austin Resource Recovery is actively seeking new entry-level or experienced drivers.
