St Ives Town Council and Star Refuse Collection Services are to work together on waste collection services across public spaces, parks, and gardens.
The collaboration will see Star take on responsibility for emptying a number of general waste, recycling, and dog waste bins in and around St Ives. There is potential to expand the service in the future.
Over the last few months, the town council has taken ownership of many parks, gardens, and green spaces, including their public litter bins. The council’s aim is, wherever possible, to improve the quality of litter bins, the frequency of emptying, and making sure they are kept clean and in good repair.
Star will be starting collections from:
- Trewyn Gardens
- Man’s Head
- Palemon Best Park
- Memorial Gardens
- The Island
- Sloop car park
- Chy an Gweal Gardens
- Richmond Gardens
The council will be rolling out new bin designs, which include dry recycling as well as general and dog waste. Bin locations and more detail can be found here. The council will welcome feedback and comments on the number and location of bins on these sites, and others, in the future.
“Star will be drawing on its frequent holiday collections in town to keep a regular check on our bins,” said town councillor Tony Harris. “If people notice an overflowing bin, or are not happy with the service, they can report an individual bin by phone or using a QR code, and Star will be able to respond.
“What really stood out was the quality of Star’s proposal. Even better, they are a trusted St Ives business and they have helped us to find a truly local solution.”
Stephen and Trystan, from Star Refuse Collection Services, said in a statement: “As a locally-based company, we’re deeply committed to keeping St Ives green, clean, and beautiful.
“Partnering with St Ives Town Council is an honour, and we’re excited to play our part in ensuring the town’s public spaces remain a place for everyone to enjoy.”
The main seafront and street bins will continue to be owned and emptied by Cornwall Council.
