There’s a truck load of problems delaying garbage and recycling pick-up across Timmins these days. City hall says three garbage trucks are beyond end of life, and keeping them on the road is a challenge.
Two new trucks ordered in 2020 are on back order, with no indication on a delivery date. The primary reason for that is pandemic supply chain issues.
Environmental services manager Scott Tam says his department’s looking at rental options… while relying heavily on contractors to pitch in.
The best place to stay up to date on when your curbside goods will be picked up… is the city website.