04/11/2026
PROJECT HELPING HAND:
In conjunction with the Community Clean Up Day scheduled for May 2nd, 2026 and to further serve the community of Roaming Shores we would like to announce year four of Project Helping Hand. On May 1st, 2026, the Roaming Shores Police Department in partnership with the Roaming Shores Utility Department will be offering a helping hand to our senior residents who are physically unable to move or transport miscellaneous and unusable items from their residence to the collection site located at the Clubhouse.
Those who are eligible and wish to take part in this program must contact the police department prior to April 30th indicating the items in which you would like to have removed. Upon contacting the police department, an officer will schedule a date and time to visit your residence to determine how much of and if the unusable items can be removed. Following the inspection of the items, the officer will then place your name and address on a list citing the items to be picked up on the 1st.
If participating in Project Helping Hand you MUST be present at your given address from 9 AM to 1 PM on May 1, 2026 for pick up purposes. If you are not at the given residence during this date and time, the items will not be collected.
Unacceptable items are listed below. Additionally, all fabric or items covered in fabric (mattresses, box springs, furniture, carpets) must be wrapped in plastic and sealed with duct tape.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Roaming Shores Police Department at (440) 563-3135 or by email at [email protected]
General Unacceptable Waste:
• Bricks, Rocks, Concrete, and Cement:
These materials are generally not suitable for standard waste collection due to their weight and composition.
• Yard and Lawn Waste:
While some areas may have separate collection programs for yard waste, it's not usually accepted during standard clean-up days.
• Construction Materials:
Items like lumber, drywall, and other construction debris often require specialized disposal methods.
• Hazardous Waste:
Insecticides/Pesticides
These chemicals are considered hazardous and require special handling.
• Paint:
Paint and paint cans are also hazardous and should not be disposed of with regular trash.
• Batteries:
Batteries, including those in electronics and appliances, should be recycled or disposed of properly through designated programs.
• Anti-freeze, Oil, Solvents:
These hazardous chemicals require specialized disposal and should not be placed in regular trash.
• Tires:
Tires are not usually accepted during clean-up days and should be taken to designated tire recycling centers.
• Propane Tanks:
These tanks contain pressurized gas and require special handling for disposal.
• Electronics:
Computers, monitors, and other electronic devices contain hazardous materials that require proper recycling.
Bulk Items:
• Appliances:
Refrigerators, microwaves, and other appliances often contain hazardous materials like freon and batteries that require special handling for disposal.
• Car Parts:
Items like car batteries, tires, and engine parts are generally not accepted during clean-up days.
• Other Unacceptable Items:
Dirt, Gravel, Rock, and Sod: These materials are generally not suitable for standard waste collection.
Riding Mowers: These items are usually too large and specialized for standard clean-up days.
