We have a number of new residents in Barron Square so we would like to take this opportunity to remind you of some of the etiquette for using the trash and recycling services.

1. Each unit is entitled to one trash container (black) and one recycling container (blue) from the City. 
2. You may also request a composting container (green) but there may be space limitations (see below).
3. For units with INDIVIDUAL trash areas, the closet can only accommodate 2 containers, so if you wish to participate in the composting program, we suggest you arrange with a neighbor to share one black/blue and one green container.
4. For units with COMMON trash areas, the common room should accommodate individual black and blue containers and 1 large shared green container. 
5. DO NOT PLACE TRASH OR RECYCLE MATERIAL IN SOMEONE ELSE’S CONTAINER unless you have made prior agreement to share containers.
6. ALL CONTAINERS MUST BE STORED WITHIN THE TRASH CABINET OR ROOM.
7. NO CONTAINERS MAY BE STORED ON PATIOS, ENTRANCE WAYS OR IN THE COMMON AREA.
8. NO LOOSE TRASH OR OTHER MATERIALS MAY BE STORED IN THE TRASH AREAS.
9. Trash, recycling and compost is collected by the City of Palo Alto on WEDNESDAY MORNING. To avoid a cluttered look at Barron Square, we request that containers be placed at the curb AS LATE AS POSSIBLE on TUESDAY and retrieved not later than WEDNESDAY evening. Containers should be placed along the curb and not block the driveway areas.
10. Large items may be placed between the bins at the curb. For further information check the Zero Waste website. 

All plant containers on upper balconies should have a water-retention saucer under them to prevent damage to the deck.  Also, please DO NOT overwater the plants on your balconies and entryways. This will prevent drenching and damage to your neighbor’s property below.