HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL NR 2020-04-03 Patriot Disposal
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
Friday, April 3, 2020
Media Contact:
Leah Kosin, Assistant Public Information Officer
lkosin@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2781
Patriot Disposal Inc. Requests Residential Support in Trash
Collections During COVID-19 Pandemic
Leesburg, VA (April 3, 2020) – In response to the COVID-19 emergency, the Town’s trash
contractor, Patriot Disposal, Inc., is asking residents to help prevent the spread of viruses and
bacteria by following these guidelines:
Limit the quantity waste generated, so as to not overwhelm the collection system.
Bag all trash and refuse in the Toters.
Do not put additional trash next to the Toters. If trash does not fit in the Toter, hold it
back for the next collection.
Continue to place recycling loose in the Toters, but rinse and drain bottles, cans and
other recyclable containers.
Disinfect Toter handles and lids before and after each collection.
These guidelines will help protect Patriot’s workers from unnecessary exposure to viruses and
bacteria during collection operations.
“Our solid waste employees play a critical role in ensuring the health and safety of our
community as they move from house to house to collect, transport, and dispose of waste,” said
Patriot Manager Gregg Walbridge. “We appreciate the public’s cooperation in following these
guidelines.”
Town staff will continue to work with Patriot Disposal to ensure that essential services continue
uninterrupted during this difficult time. Anyone with questions should contact Patriot Disposal
directly by calling 703-771-6677 or by email at leesburgsupport@patriotdisposalservices.com.
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