Clearwater solid waste and debris management crews have completed a second-pass pickup for all residential customers and a first-pass pickup for all commercial customers. This includes vegetation, construction and demolition debris.  

Moving forward, all residents and commercial customers are responsible for procuring dumpsters to manage any further construction debris. Call (727) 562-4920 to arrange for dumpster rentals. 

Next steps include the removal of tree stumps, leaners and hangers. Ongoing efforts will focus on transporting collected debris to its designated final destination. And the city will begin restoration of impacted debris management sites, such as Marymont and Woodgate parks. 

We understand this has been a challenging time for our community. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we continue to work diligently to restore our city. 

If you pay your Clearwater utility bill in person, please note that you will need to go to a different location. The Municipal Services Building is being renovated and our cashier and payment services have moved to the Clearwater Gas System building at 777 Maple St. There is no drive-up option at this location. 

The current drop-box location may still be available, depending on construction work. You can pay your bill online or by phone, text, or Amscot.

As we start a year new, the city of Clearwater would like to thank all of our residents who continued recycling with us last year. In fiscal year 2024, our recycling crews collected and processed approximately 8,856 tons of recyclable material from homes and businesses. That's equivalent to the weight of 1,362 African savanna elephants.

It helps us greatly when customers recycle only the items that are accepted in our program: plastic bottles and containers #1-7, glass bottles and jars, tin/steel cans, flattened cardboard and mixed paper. Items that contaminate our recycling include plastic bags, Foam, bubble wrap, food, yard waste, and electronics. Nonrecyclable items can damage machinery and create hazards for workers. When in doubt, throw it out. Additionally, contaminated materials decrease our chances of negotiating for a better processing rate. 

If you aren’t sure what can go in your bin, check out MyClearwater.com/Recycling. To learn how much we recycle each month, visit MyClearwater.com/WeAreRecycling. 

While National Arbor Day is always celebrated on the last Friday in April, many states observe Arbor Day on different dates throughout the year, based on the best times to plant trees in their area. Florida’s Arbor Day is in January because many trees are dormant (not actively growing) and lose less water through transpiration (the evaporation of water from leaves) this time of year, making them easier to transplant without too much stress. 

Celebrate Florida Arbor Day Jan. 17, by planting a native tree in your neighborhood. 

Apply today to work with us at the city of Clearwater! Jobs you can apply for include:   

• Building and Maintenance Assistant Manager 
• Variable Recreation Leader or Summer Camp Counselor  
• Streets & Sidewalks Technician I, II, III 
• Stormwater Technician I, II, III 
• Code Inspector I/II
• Industrial Electrician 
• Gas Section Manager - Distribution 
• Building and Maintenance Assistant Manager   
• Stormwater Technician I, II, III 
• Staff Assistant I - Part Time 
• Gas System Specialist - Distribution
• Gas Technician II 
• Staff Assistant II - Parks and Recreation 
• Warehouse Supervisor
• Planning Division Manager - Long Range

Read more about these jobs and apply online. The city of Clearwater offers competitive compensation, medical benefits, wellness programs, an employee health center, paid time off, pension benefits, training, development, rewards and recognition.