3-Cart Program Success: 1-Year Reflection

by Indiana Tillman | Nov 10, 2025 | Uncategorized

It’s been one year since South Tahoe Refuse (STR) transitioned to a 3-cart system for residential waste. The new semi-automated collection program is safer for STR employees, reduces the use of plastic bags, and keeps recyclables and yard waste out of the landfill. It...

Annual 4th of July Parade 2025

by Indiana Tillman | Jul 11, 2025 | Uncategorized

    We had an incredible time at this year’s Fourth of July Parade! A big thank you to the City of South Lake Tahoe for hosting such an amazing event and letting us be a part of the celebration. Shoutout to Frozen Frame Media for capturing the...

Community Clean Up Day 2025

by Indiana Tillman | Jun 20, 2025 | News Release

2025 5 Dump Day horizontal We had an amazing time at this year’s Community Cleanup Day—also known as $5 Dump Day! A huge thank you to the Clean Tahoe Program, California Conservation Corps, and the Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe for helping make this event such a success!...

Christmas Tree Recycling

by Indiana Tillman | Dec 30, 2024 | Uncategorized

South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling is once again offering free curbside Christmas tree recycling to all our residential customers. Place your tree next to your trash cart or bear box on your normal pickup day from December 26th – January 9th. Trees must be cut into 5’...

STR Event Calendar Summer 2024

by Indiana Tillman | Jun 3, 2024 | Uncategorized

Come visit us at these summer events and learn about our new 3-cart collection system! Examples of the carts will be on display.   6/12/2024 – Meyers Mountain Market 6/14/2024 – Ski Run Farmers Market 6/20/2024 – Live at Lakeview 6/26/2024...