Dumpster Use Policy

​Each year, the Volker Neighborhood Association (VNA) hosts Spring and Fall Dumpster Days in partnership with the City of Kansas City.

We provide:

• 2 dumpsters for household trash

• 1 dumpster for leaf & brush debris

• Optional: electronic recyclers and/or metal scrappers (availability varies by event)

Check with your VNA Area Representative for event dates and details.

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Schedule & Eligibility

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9:00–11:00 AM — VNA Members Only (Free)

• Active VNA members dump for free during this time.

• Not a member? You can join online at volkerkcmo.org/join.

• Non-members may join on-site for $15 to qualify for free dumping.

  • Join in the Spring and you’ll also qualify for the Fall Dumpster Day.
     

Please bring:

• Photo ID

• Proof of Volker residency
   

Membership dues are tax-deductible (VNA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit).
 

11:00 AM–1:00 PM (or until full) — Open to All Local Residents

• Members: continue to dump for free

• Non-members: may dump for a recommended donation of $15 per carload or $20 per trailer

• Donations are tax-deductible — please bring proof of local residency.

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Accepted Materials & Guidelines

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Household Trash Dumpsters

• For common household trash only

• Accepted examples:

  • General household junk​

  • Scrap items

  • Small household goods

Note: Bulky items will not be accepted. Schedule a free bulky item pickup through the City’s 311 service — learn more here.

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Leaf & Brush Dumpster

• Only leaves and brush are allowed in this dumpster

• Yard debris must be in paper lawn bags or cardboard boxes

• Tree limbs may be up to 10" in diameter and 6' in length

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Not Permitted in Any Dumpster:

• Commercial dumping

• Hazardous waste (chemicals, paint, fuel, etc.)

• Household appliances

• Automobile tires

• Medical waste

• Batteries, fuel containers, or paint cans

• Concrete or construction debris

• Items with coolant (refrigerators, air conditioners)

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Electronics & E-Waste Recycling (if available at your event)

Accepted: anything with a plug, except:

• Household appliances

• Batteries

• Refrigerators or air conditioners (no items with coolant)

• Fees may apply for recycling TVs, CRT monitors, and printers.

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