Compost, Woodchips Available
to Local Residents

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Compost

Compost consists of decayed organic matter and has been proven to be extremely successful as a natural soil amendment. Lawrence Community Compost is made from the yard trimmings and small woody debris collected curbside on Monday mornings, as well as grass clippings and leaves from some commercial lawn care providers.

2008 Fall Compost Distribution

Bring shovels and buckets to load your own, or we will load your pickup truck or small trailer for you.

NO dumptruck quantites. For residential use only.

NO ladder racks.

DATES
• Thursday, September 25, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Friday, September 26, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Saturday, September 27, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (unless supply is depleted sooner)
COST
• Free
LOCATION
• 1420 E 11th St. (east of 11th and Haskell, then over the railroad tracks)

Woodchips

Mulch is a material used to cover the soil. Most mulches are organic (woodchips, unfinished compost, straw) but inorganics such as lava rock or limestone can add an appealing, low maintenance touch. Good mulch conserves water by reducing moisture evaporation from the soil.

The woodchips the City sells are made from tree materials brought in from residential and commercial sources. The Forestry Division manages both the influx and distribution of these materials, and may be reached at (785) 832-7979.

2008 Fall Woodchips Sale

DATES
• Thursday, October 2, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Friday, October 3, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Saturday, October 4, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (unless supply is depleted sooner)
COST
• $10 per truckload (more for larger trucks). Patrons are asked to bring a tarp for their pickup to secure the woodchips, preventing them from littering the roadway as they drive from the facility.
LOCATION
• 1420 E 11th St. (east of 11th and Haskell, over the railroad tracks)