Read this article by Beibei Wang, Lexington HeatSmart’s Liaison to the Chinese Community, by clicking here and translating to english. Although the article was written in Chinese, it is applicable to all Lexington residents. This article was made possible through the Lexington HeatSmart for Chinese Speaker’s Project, which is supported by Grant proceeds from the sponsors of Mass Save, Empower Mass CEC, and a the Grassroots Fund.
Lexington plans to begin using standardized wheeled trash cans and recycling bins for automated collection by garbage trucks starting in the summer of 2027 .
In the future, if regular waste exceeds the capacity of standard trash cans, additional fees may be required. The specific charging method and amount are still under discussion.
This also reminds us that many things in our homes can actually be recycled, and there is no need to take up space in a regular trash can.