Residents of Jones, Oklahoma have been facing a significant inconvenience due to delays in trash disposal—a situation that the local government acknowledges and is striving to resolve. As reported by the Town of Jones on their official Facebook page, “We understand your frustration with the current trash situation, and we want to assure you that we’re doing everything we can to accommodate.” Despite their efforts, they have no control over the exact timing of dumpster deliveries which Cards, the waste disposal company, promises by the end of the weekend but the town cannot guarantee.
While residents wait for individual dumpsters, temporary dumpsters have been made available at the Kiwanis ballpark parking lot, mainly for those who are currently without a proper way to discard their household trash, and it’s important for residents to keep in mind, to ensure proper usage and to remember that “if you are seen dumping any other items, you will be ticketed,” as mentioned on the Town of Jones Facebook post. The message is clear, residents are to only dump household trash and the town kindly requests adherence to this rule, warning that violators may face penalties.
Furthermore, the authorities have specified that only dumpsters with lids should be used, providing a photo for reference. This directive aims at possibly mitigating the disruption caused by trash overflow or littering issues that can take place if the containers are left open and unregulated. By emphasizing this point, the city hopes to maintain some level of order during this transition they’ve described as chaotic but temporary, assuring improvements are underway…