Solid Waste Division
Overview
The Solid Waste Division provides sustainable solid waste management services, including weekly curbside collections for over 100,000 residential units, ensuring high-quality and timely service to the community.
Services We Provide
- Manages and operates two solid waste transfer stations (Tillman Ridge and Stratton Rd) open to residents and businesses.
- Enforces Solid Waste Disposal Ordinances and manages contracts for garbage, recycling, yard debris, hazardous waste, and more.
- Operates Tillman Ridge Landfill in compliance with EPA and Florida DEP regulations.
- Oversees curbside pick-up of residential solid waste by franchised haulers to ensure quality service.
- Provides education on recycling, litter control, and prevention through various programs and state grants.
- Manages hazardous materials programs to improve mosquito control, beautify county lands, and protect citizens’ health and safety.
- Oversees proper disposal of residential and commercial waste, household hazardous waste, white goods, and tires and maintains landfill systems and monitoring.
News & Announcements
November 1 – Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Event
St. Johns County residents are invited to safely dispose of household hazardous waste and obsolete electronics at a free collection event.
When: Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8am – Noon
Where: Flagler Estates Road & Water Control District, 9850 Light Ave, Hastings 32145
St. Johns County Residents ONLY – No household garbage, construction debris, tires, or large appliances will be accepted.
What To Bring
Household Hazardous Waste
Examples Include:
- Paint
- Oil filters
- Motor oil
- Gasoline
- Fluorescent bulbs
- Wax
- Cleaners/soap
- Pool chemicals
- Pesticides/insecticides
- Grout
- Aerosol cans
- Antifreeze
- Adhesives
- Car & appliance batteries
- Polishes
- Lamp oil
- Lubricants
- Muriatic acid
- Propane cylinders
- Strippers/solvents/thinner
- Transmission fluids
- Ant killer
- Brake fluid
- Lighter fluid
- Fire extinguishers
- Linseed oil
- Photo chemicals
- And more!
Obsolete Electronics
Examples include:
- Monitors
- Televisions
- Laptops
- CPUs
- Terminals
- Printers
- Scanners
- Copiers
- Fax machines
- Keyboards
- Mice
- Cables
- Game hardware
- UPS Units
- External drives
- Modems
- Desk phones
- Mobile phones
- Pagers
- Handheld radios
- Stereos
- VCRs
- Tape players
- Speakers
- Small kitchen appliances
- Power tools
- Health/beauty appliances
St. Johns County Team Earns Top GIS Honor for Innovative Storymap
Stephanie Kurtz and Olivia Testasecca recognized for outstanding cartographic practice highlighting solid waste pickup recovery during FCC Environmental Services transition
St. Johns County’s Stephanie Kurtz and Olivia Testasecca received top honors at the 18th Annual Central Florida Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Workshop in Daytona Beach on Sept. 9. The pair’s ArcGIS Storymap, “Cleaning Up Chaos: ArcGIS Powers St. Johns County Solid Waste Pickup Recovery,” earned the Storymap App Gallery Contest award for outstanding cartographic practice. The Office of Public Affairs produced a video to commemorate the achievement.
The project showcased how the County’s ArcGIS and Trimble Cityworks enterprise systems were leveraged to track and resolve missed solid waste pickups during the FCC Environmental Services transition in August 2024. During that month, more than 8,000 missed pickups occurred, surpassing the combined total of the previous five years.
“One interesting aspect of utilizing Cityworks, our service request tracking system, is analyzing the request counts and locations,” said Rocky Agbunag, Information Systems Officer for St. Johns County Public Works. “The volume during the first month of the FCC transition was overwhelming. It’s gotten better, but the customer service group’s mental health during those times really took a hit. We had great coordination efforts, with other departments offering assistance. Having Garrett, the Fire Rescue therapy dog, come by to visit the staff was really cool.”
The GIS team’s Solid Waste Assessment Map (SWAM) dashboard allowed Public Works staff to map, monitor, and resolve service disruptions in real time, improving efficiency and public trust. The dashboard incorporated FCC’s truck route data, yard waste maps, and Cityworks service request tracking to centralize information and inform decision-making.
“We will continue to be innovative and advance the use of technology in Public Works,” said Stephanie Kurtz, Senior GIS Analyst for St. Johns County Public Works.
“To be recognized for this work reinforces that the work we do here at St. Johns County Public Works is worthwhile,” said Olivia Testasecca, GIS Systems Analyst for St. Johns County Public Works.
The award and the Storymap project highlight the County’s commitment to using advanced technology to improve public services, enhance operational efficiency, and maintain transparency with the community. By leveraging GIS and collaborative teamwork, St. Johns County Public Works continues to set a standard for innovation and service excellence.
For more information about St. Johns County Solid Waste Division, visit Solid Waste Division – St. Johns County.
Due to Increased Volumes, Follow the Yard Waste Guidelines
Bag, Bundle, or Containerize: Small pieces of yard waste.
Stack Neatly: All palm fronds, branches and shrubs.
Separate: Garbage, recycling, and yard waste
The Curbside Times Monthly Newsletter
For the latest Solid Waste Division NEWS, RESOURCES, EVENTS, and MORE!
Read the Latest Edition of The Curbside Times Here!
GET HOOKED Anti-Litter Initiative Wins Top Honors at National Conference
St. Johns County is proud to announce that its innovative anti-litter initiative, Get Hooked, received multiple prestigious awards at the recent Savvy Awards Ceremony, held at the 3CMA (City-County Communications & Marketing Association) Annual Conference. The initiative was spearheaded by the Office of Public Affairs and Public Works Department.
American Flag Rescue Program – 20,000 Flags Rescued
The American Flag Rescue Program has over 35 drop boxes throughout the County and allows residents to retire old and worn flags with honor and respect. In July 2025, the 20,000th flag was collected. Read the full story.
Featured
Services
Residential garbage service provider, schedules, and guidelines. Drop Off / Transfer Station information including fees, household hazardous waste, and accepted items.
Garbage & Drop Off Locations
Recycling service provider, schedules and guidelines. Recycle Coach App download options and tool to help you determine what you can and cannot recycle!
Recycling
Yard Waste service provider, schedules and guidelines. A Yard Waste How-To Guide for Curbside Collection.
Yard Waste
Commercial waste and recycling service provider lists and contact information for businesses and commercial properties.
Commercial Waste & Recycling
Residential and commercial construction & demolition debris drop off locations.
Construction & Demolition Debris
Emergency storm debris collection and Hurricane Preparedness Guide. Guidelines for garbage and recycling collections prior to and after declared storm events.
Storm DebrisRecycle Coach Tool
*NOTICE: Collection days have been updated to reflect the new schedule starting on August 1*
FAQs
No, residents in St. Johns County pay for curbside collection through their Solid Waste Non-Ad Valorem Assessment. The assessment on your tax bill is for once-per-week service for garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection.
FCC Environmental Services is the sole provider for residential curbside collection services in St. Johns County (starting August 1, 2024).
To schedule an appliance to be collected or request a recycling cart, contact the Solid Waste Division at (904) 827-6980 or email at SolidWaste@sjcfl.us.
You can download the Recycle Coach App or contact the Solid Waste Division at SolidWaste@sjcfl.us or (904) 827-6980.
St. Johns County makes it easy to be a responsible recycler. Place only the five categories of recyclable items (PDF). No, labels do not have to be removed before recycling, however, make sure everything is empty, clean, and dry loose (unbagged) in your recycling cart. Check out our Recycle Coach app!
Cardboard boxes must be flattened and placed inside your recycling cart, or cut into 3-foot by 3-foot sections and placed beside the recycling cart on your service day.
Cardboard can also be taken to the Cardboard Recycling Drop-Off Center found on the Locations tab of our Garbage Collection page.
Residents of St. Johns County with proof of residence (driver's license with your current St. Johns County address) can bring items to either transfer station. (Fees may apply)
Other items such as pressure treated wood, tires, residential construction debris, and latex/oil-based paint are accepted across the scale for a charge.
Drop-Off Locations and full list of acceptable household hazardous waste items is found on the Garbage Collection page's Drop-Off tab.
Construction debris can be disposed of at either of the two Residential and Commercial Construction & Demolition Disposal Facilities.
The Construction and Demolition Franchise Haulers List (PDF) services homeowners and businesses that are remodeling and need a roll-off container for construction and demolition projects.
The Commercial Franchise Haulers List (PDF) services commercial properties and businesses that need a dumpster as their primary means of waste disposal or to set up recycling services.
Community Outreach & Volunteering - St. Johns County to schedule a tour, presentation, or a visit from Captain Reducio! You can contact the Solid Waste Division at SolidWaste@sjcfl.us or (904) 827-6980.
Contact Department
Email: solidwaste@sjcfl.us
Phone: (904) 827-6980
2750 Industry Center RoadSt. Augustine, FL 32084 HOURS
M-F: 8am-4:30pm
