by Indiana Tillman | Mar 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
It’s Always Bear Season in Tahoe! Make Sure Dumpsters are Secured Please be sure that your containers are not overfilled and are always locked/secured when not in use. That means closing the lids and securing the lockbar or chain with a clip or a combination lock. If...
by Indiana Tillman | Mar 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Results Are In! Year One of the 3-Cart System STR switched to a 3-cart collection system in October 2024, and after one year of the new system, we’re excited to share that we saw great improvements in both recycling and composting volumes. Over the 12-month...
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...
by Catherine Howells | Nov 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Winter Service Reminders Yard waste collection is suspended from December-March and will resume April 1, weather permitting. Remember to store your yard waste cart in a safe place out of the snow. Be sure to place trash and recycle carts for pickup at the edge of the...
by Catherine Howells | Aug 18, 2025 | Customer Updates, Uncategorized
NEW! Curbside food waste collection option While food waste separation is not required for South Tahoe residents, it’s a great way to cut down on what is sent to the landfill. STR has partnered with a local nonprofit to bring you optional curbside food waste pickups....
by A@dm1n.s0uthTah03R3fuSE | Aug 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
Important Software Update: Action Required for Online or Bank Payments Dear Valued Customer, We’re excited to announce that we are upgrading our software to better serve your billing and routing needs! As part of this transition, all customers will be seeing a new...