Newport trash can regulations effective Monday

As of Monday, the city will refuse to collect trash from more than

2,000 Newport Beach residences that still haven’t replaced old trash

cans.

One of few cities in Orange County with free garbage collection,

Newport Beach adopted new trash can requirements in February to prevent

injuries to collectors.

New containers cannot exceed 35 gallons in capacity and must be made

of plastic or a similar, nonmetal watertight material. Fixed handles must

be located below the top edge of the container. It must also have a

watertight cover that isn’t permanently attached.

Veterans Charities of Orange County offers to pick up old cans and

deliver a new one for $12.50. The price includes the cost of the new can.

The organization will continue to provide the service beyond the Oct. 2

deadline to replace trash cans.

Call (714) 547-0615 to arrange delivery.