Free heavy trash drop-off, community cleanup planned Saturday in Houston’s East End

HOUSTON – East End residents will have a chance to clear out bulky household items and help spruce up the neighborhood Saturday as Harris County Precinct 2 hosts a Keep2Clean Community Cleanup Event.

Commissioner Adrian Garcia is expected to join community partners for the event, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Harris County Constable Precinct 6 station at 5900 Canal Street.

What is accepted

The public can drop off heavy trash at no cost, including items such as:

• Furniture
• Tires without rims
• Yard or tree debris
• Large household items

What is NOT accepted

Event organizers said they are not taking the following:

• Paint, oil, fuel or hazardous chemicals
• Household trash or bagged waste
• Appliances, electronics, light bulbs, fluorescent bulbs or batteries
• Concrete or bricks
• Commercial or business waste

In addition to the drop-off, volunteers are being asked to help remove litter and target illegal dumping sites across the area. If you’re interested in volunteering, organizers say you will be provided food, and you can register at their sign-up link.