Public Works and Environmental Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Our administrative office is open 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.
703-324-5230 TTY 711
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 458, Fairfax, Va 22035
Eric Forbes
Director, Solid Waste Management

Recycling and Trash News, Videos and Podcasts

Recycling and Trash News

DPWES First all-electric Trash Truck
- The Department of Public Works and Environmental Services is rolling out its first electric refuse truck to pick up residential trash and yard waste on routes throughout the County — a move that will save money and protect the environment.
vacuum leaf collection
- FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. – Fairfax County staff are proposing to permanently discontinue vacuum leaf service after the upcoming winter season and are seeking input from current customers. A final decision will be made by the Board of Supervisors this fall. The public input survey closed August 18.
Latex Paint is non-toxic | Oil-based Paint is toxic
- Due to the volume of latex paint received and current staffing shortages, a temporary disposal location has been set up for residents at the I-95 Landfill Complex.

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