Proclamation And Law Celebrates And Protects Sanitation Workers
Provided by Prince William County Department of Public Works
June 17 is National Garbage Man Day, and on May 17 the Prince William Board of County Supervisors issued a proclamation that declares June 17 as National Garbage Man Day in Prince William County. Prince William citizens and the business community are encouraged to recognize these workers for their important work during the week of June 13, 2016.
The movement’s organizer encourages communities across the nation to take a moment and show appreciation for the men and women in the solid waste management industry and particularly our trash collectors, for the life-saving service they provide on a daily basis.
In support, on June 16 and 17 the Prince William County Solid Waste Division will celebrate National Garbage Man Day at the Prince William County Landfill. All trash haulers that come to the facility will receive a word of thanks and some special safety tips because of the tremendous risks these workers are exposed to on the job. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, refuse and recyclable material collection is the fifth most dangerous job in the country, and transportation incidents are the cause of 40 percent of the injuries and fatalities.
After accepting the proclamation from Prince William County Board Chairman Corey Stewart, Tom Smith, Prince William County Solid Waste Division Chief, highlighted a new law that was signed by Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe in 2015 to mitigate the dangers. The Slow Down to Get Around law says drivers must reduce their speed to at least 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit and pass at least two feet to the left of any stationary vehicle that is collecting trash or recycling. Smith noted the impact these workers have on a safe environment, the 1000 tons of trash per day processed by haulers and County landfill staff and the fact that they all deserve to make it home safely.
The National Waste and Recycling Association has produced a PSA, youtube.com/watch?v=QNZT8sMmgwg to bring attention to the Slow Down to Get Around law and the tragic impact distracted or otherwise unsafe drivers can have on trash collection workers.
The Prince William County Solid Waste Division asks residents to imagine what our communities would be like without dependable collection and processing of unwanted, discarded waste and recyclables. Now, in addition to following the Slow Down to Get Around mandate, think of some ways you can celebrate the men and women that provide such important quality of life services to our families, businesses and communities.
To learn more about National Garbage Man Day, and how you can show your support, go topwcgov.org/trashandrecycling or garbagemanday.org. Also send your celebration ideas and photos to[email protected] for the County’s Facebook page.
The Prince William County Solid Waste Division (SWD) provides solid waste management, recycling, composting and waste resource education to over 400,000 residents. The division employs more than 50 people and operates the only active Extraordinary Environmental Excellence (E4) rated landfill in Virginia, the highest level of certification awarded by Virginia Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) Environmental Excellence Program (VEEP). In 2013, the SWD also earned the Governor’s Environmental Excellence Gold Medal Award for its Sustainability Program. The SWD is a part of the Prince William County Public Works Department, an accredited agency of the American Public Works Association.
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Mobile Home Demolition Jacksonville’s Westside
Arwood Waste’s Residential and Mobile Home Demolition Service 904-751-5656
Everything from house demolition to smaller structural wrecking and removal like sheds, garages, decks, etc. can be taken care of. Hire a professional who knows what permits and requirements are in place to free your space up for something new.
Mobile Home Demolition Costs
The word “mobile” is probably not accurate when describing a home manufactured to HUD standards. “Expensive to move” would be better. Unlike a travel trailer, that can be hitched up to a tow vehicle and on the road in less than an hour, moving a mobile home involves significant labor, materials, and fees.
Moving a single-wide manufactured home a short distance in Florida costs a minimum of $3,000. Additional expenses such as preparing the interior of the home for the move, moving furniture and housewares separately from the home, and site prep work at the new location, can add thousands of dollars more. Double the cost for a double-wide. Prices can vary dramatically between moving contractors, and it is not unusual to spend $20,000 or more to move a mobile home.
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Highway transport permits.
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Liability and property damage insurance for the duration of the move, carried by the moving contractor.
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If the home is older, repairs may be necessary to make it safe to transport.
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Removal of entry stairs, decks and porch roofs.
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Disconnect package air conditioner and main supply and return ducts.
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Disconnect utilities.
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Removal of skirting.
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A mobile home bounces around as it heads down the highway at 50-miles per hour. Crosswinds buffet it sideways and the suspension is minimal. All interior and exterior breakables—especially glass—should be removed to avoid damage in transit. This includes light fixtures, furniture, housewares and glass cabinet doors. Doors and toilet seats secured.
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Install tow hitch, axles and tires. Remove piers and tie-downs.
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Prep new site for home, including electric and water service. Grading of site to avoid standing water below home, paving of driveway, new well, septic tank, drainfield, and power pole may be necessary if not in mobile home community.
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Permit and inspection for moving home to new county location.
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Tow home to new location, including escort car. Move furniture, light fixtures, and other interior breakables, reusable equipment such as package air conditioner, stairs and skirting in separate vehicles to new location.
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Install new piers and tie-downs.
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Remove tow hitch, axles and tires.
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If the home is a double-wide, align, reconnect and seal the two halves of home at the marriage line.
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Connection of utilities by licensed electrician and plumber.
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Install package air conditioning unit and main supply and return ducts.
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Installation of entry stairs, decks and porch roofs.
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Installation of skirting. Some skirting from old location may be reusable.
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Reinstall furniture, light fixtures, and other breakables in home.
While some of the work can be done by a homeowner that’s handy with tools, such as removing and reinstalling the skirting, most of it requires paid professionals. Less than one out of five manufactured homes are moved from their original location. The cost and inconvenience of moving a mobile home means that it often makes more sense to sell the home you live in and buy another one where you want to relocate rather moving your current manufactured home.
If you are buying a used mobile home that must be moved as part of the deal, be sure to factor in the moving expenses before you decide whether it’s worth the price. Also, the condition and expected additional lifespan of a “free” mobile home, especially, should be carefully evaluated before attempting to move it.Arwood Waste’s Residential and Mobile Home Demolition Service 904-751-5656
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Mobile Home Demolition performs more mobile home demolitions
every year than any other company. We are the oldest
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Demolition of Jacksonville FL Animal Hospital
Another Happy customer! Arwood Waste completed the total Demolition of the Old Julington Creek Animal Hospital.
Office, bank, professional
• Julington Creek Animal Walk, 12075 San Jose Blvd., contractor is Osterer Construction Co., renovation and open ceiling, $24,500.
Jerry Fixel Inc. remains named after its founder, who began his career as a crafter of wooden boats and airplane structures, back in the era when canvas was stretched over wooden frames, and who started his first construction business when still a teenager. Although he went on to build large scale structures such as railroad sidings and processing plants, his devotion to perfection and detail never changed. In the final phase of his career he designed and built, one at a time and almost single handedly, entire streets of houses in Mandarin.
Michael Fixel, President of Jerry Fixel Inc. and licensor of both companies, is a graduate of Columbia University, but equally values his time in the field as a carpenter. He has been honored with commissions to design and build the personal homes of engineers, with their intense focus on the technical, and financial consultants, with their focus on value, on the river, on the ocean, and in the most prestigious neighborhoods in Jacksonville, and has been selected many times to oversee construction of major commercial projects, including control of the design process.
Michael also provides construction management services, evaluates buildings prior to purchase, and has served as an expert witness.
Morrie Osterer, President of Osterer Construction, is a graduate of Stony Brook University. Aside from extensive experience in work for the government and hospitals, he is especially proud of unique projects such as the authentic Cambodian Buddhist Temple built on the Southside, and a 30,000 sq.ft buildout for the FBI. As part of his charitable activities, Morrie acted as liaison and coordinator for a $5,000,000 addition to River Garden Retirement Home.
Concrete Pad Removed 2430 Wattlebank Tree R W
Another happy customer in Jackosnville Florida!
Frank Wilbanks
2430 Wattle Tree R W
Jacksonville FL. 32246
Concrete is great stuff, and it deserves its title as King of Building Materials, but some homebuilders (and remodelers) can use it to excess. If you’d like to look out your backdoor and see wildflowers and herbs instead of a sweltering gray slab, you’ll be glad to know that while this is a backbreaking job, it’s not skilled work.
Project Scope
Remove of a concrete pad including the landscape timbers and deliver, spread and track in clean fill dirt.
How Concrete Breaks
Concrete is strong, but it’s also brittle. You can hammer all day at the center of a slab—where the concrete is evenly supported—with no appreciable effect. But if you hammer at the edge of the slab, where the ground underneath can shift or be displaced a little, the concrete will break. This is because you’re essentially bending the concrete, which is it’s main weakness. If you want to break up a large piece of concrete for removal, pry up one end and set it down on some rubble or a scrap of timber, then strike the piece in the center.
Options for Removing Concrete
The following are the three main methods for homeowners, from easiest to hardest. Talk to your trash removal company and local dumps to learn about options for getting rid of the concrete rubble and gravel subbase.
If You Need to Cut the Concrete
If you want keep some of the slab intact (perhaps to create an “island” planting bed or to protect surrounding structures), you can rent a walk-behind concrete wet saw (with a diamond blade) like the pros use to cut through slab. Make the cuts before demolishing the rest of the slab, and follow the manufacturer’s and rental company’s instructions carefully. As mentioned, you can also hire out this work.
Prepping the Ground for Plants
Most plants need at least 6 to 12 inches of healthy soil for growth, plus 1 to 2 inches of mulch (if applicable). Dig your planting area to the appropriate depth, then fill it with the recommended blend of soil for your area and planting goals. The best resource for specific recommendations is a local extension service (or a master gardener or landscaper, if you happen to know one).
It’s almost here! – National Garbage Man Day – Week of June 17th, 2016
The week of celebrating National Garbage Man Day is only one month away!
Celebrate the week of June 17th
Show some appreciation to your Garbage Workers for all they do!
- Get your own Garbage Man Day custom items from the Store
- Show your love and Buy the Tshirt
- Help us spread the word about the week of June 17th celebrating Garbage Man Day
- Visit the Garbage Man Wall of Honor
- Download a printable Thank You Card for your garbage workers
- More creative ideas on how to celebrate the sanitation worker’s efforts
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If it were up to me, everyday would be National Garbage Man Day!
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Browdy & Browdy Home Demolition 4425 Gadsden Court
Please check out the Browdy & Browdy demolition at 4425 Gadsden Court. Work performed was demo and remove garage, remove remainder of driveway and pull out and dispose of a hardwood tree stump.
ABOUT: Browdy & Browdy
For 40 years Browdy & Browdy has consistently delivered the highest levels of integrity, commitment to quality and craftsmanship in pursuit of exceeding the expectations of their clients. A true commitment to excellence remains the underlying principle of the company. Browdy & Browdy continues to build a reputation for the highest quality and attention to detail, while adapting to the ever-changing needs and demands of each client.
6944 St Augustine Rd #D
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Happy Mother’s Day from Arwood Waste
Happy Mother’s Day from Arwood Waste and Partners!
Arwood Waste wants to wish all of the mothers out there a peaceful, colorful, joyful Mother’s Day.
We know what it’s like to clean up after others week after week. We respect and admire your perseverance, and want you to know that we’re always here when you need some extra help!
This weekend, do something special for your mother, or mother-like figure in your life. Take the initiative to clean up so mom doesn’t have to, or present her with some fresh flowers to brighten her day. Whatever you do, make sure mom feels appreciated for all of the hard work she does.
Photo: The Glass Behive* via flickr
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Special Spring 2016 Gift For You – FREE $50 Gift Card – Download Now!
FREE $50 Gift Card Just For You
Who says you can’t get something for free these days? We’re proving that’s simply not true with this special gift exclusively for our valued customers. Arwood Waste is giving you a FREE $50 Gift Card from our partner site Dumpster.me. Now that’s a nice discount on your next Roll-Off or Commercial Dumpster Rental. This gift card is normally purchased on sites like Amazon.com but it’s our gift to you just for being our customer.
Simply download your special dumpster gift code below then head over to Dumpster.me and enter that gift code when you place your order. We are so excited to give this free gift to you simply as a Thank You for trusting us with your business.
Arwood Waste and our partners are proud to serve your Roll Off Dumpster Rental, Portable Restroom, Commercial Dumpster Rental, and Storage Rental needs.
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Time to Celebrate Earth Day with Us!
Mr. Squirrel wants to say “Happy Earth Day!”
National Garbage Man Day supports Earth Day
Let’s do our part and contribute to the global effort to make our world more sustainable and environmentally friendly. We believe that our children and the generations to come deserve to live in a healthy world. To help us all get started, check out The Recycle Guide, a free resource packed with information to help you start preserving the Earth today!
Here’s a bit of what you will learn from The Recycle Guide:
Learn What to Recycle
Did you know that not everything can be recycled? While we wish it could, there are some Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to recycling. Head over to The Recycle Guide’s recycling rules and etiquette page to learn everything you need to know.
Why Recycling Matters
Were you aware that the average person generates over 4 pounds of trash every day and about 1.5 tons of solid waste per year? Those kinds of numbers really add up quick. Knowledge is power and knowing the impact that your recycling actions can have on the environment is an important factor in the decisions you make each day. Check out this information and you’ll be amazed how much recycling matters.
Find out Where You Can Recycle
Do you know the difference in a landfill, sorting facility, and a dump? Knowing the right place to take your waste will help you stay consistent with recycling all year long. The Recycle Guide has easy to use resources to help you find the closest facility.
Free Learning Resources
If you’re a teacher looking for resources to help your students or a parent trying to teach your kids about recycling, The Recycle Guide has the best free resources and links. The How to Recycle section, Recycling in Schools, and Recycling Activities are perfect places to start.
Find more information about recycling and the role your garbage workers play in the process at The Recycle Guide and National Garbage Man Day!
Connect with The Recycle Guide on Facebook to share ideas and interact with others trying to preserve our Earth.
Photo: Audrey via flickr
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Spring 2016 Reminder: Arwood Waste wants to celebrate all the holidays with you too!
Holiday Waste Pickup Schedule
Arwood Waste wants to celebrate all the holidays with you too. This is why we created a Holiday Pick-up schedule so you can make arrangements and placement of your waste material while we spend time with our families. Businesses that currently receive collection may have different schedules and procedures than residential customers since business garbage is normally collected separately from residential garbage.
Call us toll free at 1-800-477-0854 today and ask us how we can save you time and money.
Collection service will be postponed by one day following these holidays:
- New Year’s Day – No Service on January 1st. One day delay. Example; Tuesday collection day will be serviced on Wednesday.
- Fourth of July – No Service on July 4th. One day delay. Thursday collection day will be serviced on Friday.
- Labor Day – No Service on the first Monday of September. One day delay. Monday collection day will be serviced on Tuesday.
- Thanksgiving Day – No Service on the last Thursday of November. One day delay. Thursday collection day will be serviced on Friday.
- Christmas Day – No Service on December 25th. One day delay. Example; Wednesday collection day will be serviced on Thursday.
- Halloween Day – We will be providing service on October 31st. If the route is delayed and cannot be finished before dusk we will finish the route the next business day.
- National Garbage Man Day – We will be providing service on June 17th as scheduled. Please remember to throw up your hand with a simple smile and say “Thank You”.
Due to the one day postponement, the collection of containers is resumed as follows: If the holiday is on a Monday, then the Monday collection will occur on Tuesday, Tuesday collection will occur on Wednesday, and so on. If the holiday is on a Thursday, then the Thursday collection will occur on Friday and Friday collection will occur on Saturday for that week only. On all other holidays, normal collection of containers will occur. If a holiday falls on the weekend, then pickups will run on a normal schedule unless otherwise specified.
Arwood Waste is a nationwide provider of waste management and portable storage solutions.
Based in Jacksonville, FL, Arwood Waste is the nation’s most trusted privately-owned waste management provider. The professionals at Arwood Waste have more than 30 years’ experience providing services that include recycling, site clean-up, portable restrooms, compactors, demolition, dumpster rentals, portable storage and curbside pick-up.
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