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What we want to avoid: overturned lids

July 7, 2016June 7, 2018 / Nathaniel / Leave a comment

Short version: be sure trash and recycling lids cover containers and aren’t lying on the ground!

West Chester Borough ordinances require waterproof lids on trashcans:
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