Flood cleanup drop-off open to Boerne residents

Tons of brush and debris are being dropped off at Boerne’s Northrup Park as recovery from last week’s flooding continues.

Boerne Utilities customers and city of Boerne residents can deliver debris at no cost to the site through July 31. Affected residents may bring flood-damaged materials from their homes and businesses.

The city is contracting with its trash collector, WM, to offer the service open only to Boerne Utilities customers and city residents. Visitors must present a valid photo ID and a recent Boerne Utilities bill.

The temporary collection site at Northrup Park, 37550 Interstate 10 West, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Mayor Frank Ritchie said the site is one way the city can help residents and utility customers begin the recovery process as quickly as possible.

A torrential storm inundated the area July 15, raised Cibolo Creek over its banks, led to high-water rescues and street closures, and damaged properties.

“Recovering from a flood can be overwhelming, and we want to remove as many obstacles as possible for our residents,” Ritchie said. “Providing this service at no cost allows families and businesses to focus on cleaning up and moving forward.”

Accepted materials include damaged fencing, flooring material, drywall, brush and more.

Residents are encouraged to break down larger items, including cutting long pieces of lumber into smaller sections before arriving.

Prohibited items include acid, antifreeze, rechargeable batteries, aerosol cans; pool, photography and household chemicals; drain cleaners; computer parts, monitors, printers, cell phones, TVs and microwaves; fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide and pest strips; fuel (gasoline), kerosene, cooking oil, motor oil, oil filters, brake fluid, car wax, tires; spray paint and paint thinner.

Residents or customers dropping off items have to unload their items, as on-site personnel cannot assist with lifting or loading materials into the containers.

The city is also asking residents to utilize their regular August residential bulky item collection through WM for large appliances and furniture.

Residents can monitor the city’s website and social media channels for updates.

For more, go to www. myboernenews.com.