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Utility Providers
Cebridge Connections -- 1 (800) 999-6845 Johnson County -- Westar Miami County -- Kansas City Power & Light Co.
Embarq DSL service -- 913-856-2128 Myvine.com -- 1 (800) 693-7638
dial up service
Embarq Retail Store -- 913-856-2128 Embarq Business Office 1-800-788-3500 Atmos Energy,
25090 W. 110th Terrace, Olathe, 66061 The city operates the area's sewer services. It is billed in conjunction with water and trash fees monthly. You can connect to this service by calling (913) 592-3664 or for an application, please click here The city operates the area's water services. It is billed in conjunction with sewer and trash fees monthly. You can connect to this service by calling (913) 592-3664 or for an application, please click here A 10 percent discount on that part of the bill applying to water quantity used is given to senior citizens, 65 or over, who submit a request to City Hall. Water for the City of Spring Hill is purchased from Rural Water District No. 2 in Miami County. For information on water quality and to view the latest Water Quality Report, please click here. The city currently contracts with Deffenbaugh Disposal Service for refuse collection. The city oversees trash collection and bills customers monthly for the service. A senior citizen discount is available for residents age 65 and over. For information on rates or questions on service, please contact the Utility Billing Department in City Hall at 913-592-3664. Residential Service: Residential trash/ recycling pickups are every Thursday. Residential large item pickup is the first Thursday of each month. If there is a holiday that Deffenbaugh observes (see list below), trash/ recycling will be picked up one day later that week. All waste must be bagged or bundled/tied, weigh no more than 65 pounds, and must be curbside by 7:00am. Trash must be placed on the ground. Deffenbaugh will not remove trash from trailers, trucks, cars, etc. All trash must be visible from the street and not blocked by parked vehicles or other items that may restrict crew’s ability to locate and remove. Trash containers are to be no larger than 32 gallons. No plastic, metal or cardboard barrels. No 55 gallon barrels will be emptied. Branches and tree limbs should be cut into lengths of 4 feet with a diameter of 4 inches. Bundles should be tied with a diameter not to exceed 18 inches or 65 lbs and placed at the curb. Any carpet, carpet padding, or like material should be rolled and cut into sections not to exceed 4 feet in length. The rolls should then be tied and not exceed 25 - 30 lbs each. No tires, batteries, oil, gasoline or other hazardous materials will be picked up by Deffenbaugh. For information on where to dispose of hazardous waste, contact the Utility Billing Department in City Hall at 592-3664. As a special service to you, and for an additional charge, Deffenbaugh will make “Special Pickups” of concrete, appliances, furniture, construction debris or other unusual items that are not included in your normal service. Please call Deffenbaugh for details at 1-800-631-3301. For information on establishing residential service, please contact the Utility Billing Department in City Hall at 913-592-3664. Curbside Recycling Program: This program will help establish priorities to foster a cleaner, healthier community and environment. By recycling, residents are helping to reduce the impact upon landfills and promote efficient use of natural resources. Deffenbaugh distributed collection bins for recycling to each household. All collection bins are the property of Deffenbaugh and are to be used only for the recycling program. Recycling is collected on the same day that trash is collected on Thursday. You may place the bins at the curb by 7:00a.m. next to your trash containers. All containers must be removed from the curb within twelve hours following collection of the solid waste and recyclable materials. For a detailed list of items to recycle, please click here or visit Deffenbaugh's website at http://www.deffenbaughdisposal.com/recycling.asp
For additional programs and information about recycling, you may visit the Mid-America Regional Council Solid Waste Management District website at www.marc.org/environment.
The recycling trailer is also available and is located in the parking lot at 110 E. Wilson. (This is the old Buy Rite parking lot.) Commercial Service: Commercial pickups vary depending on demand and selected service. If there is a holiday that Deffenbaugh observes (see list below), commercial pickups will be picked up one day later that week. For information on establishing commercial trash service, please contact the Utility Billing Department in City Hall at 913-592-3664. Holidays Observed by Deffenbaugh: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Disposing of Household Hazardous Waste Johnson County: Johnson County residents can drop off household hazardous waste by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Drop off hours are on Mondays from 1-6pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 to11:00am, and 1:00 to3:00pm, and the first Saturday of each month. After you have made an appointment, you will be given directions to the facility, which is located in a wastewater treatment plant. Appointments can be made on-line at www.jocogov.org/services.htm, clicking on environmental department; or by calling 913-492-0402. Office hours are 8-5, Monday through Friday. A mobile pickup is available to homebound residents. Businesses in Johnson County must apply for participation in the Small Quantity Generator Program. There are fees charged, and that information is available at this web site: http://jced.jocogov.org/hazardous_materials/business/hhw_feesched.htm Betsy Livingston is the contact for this program at 913-492-0402. What household hazardous materials need special disposal? Hazardous material is marked on the product container with such words as “poison”, “caution”, “warning”, and “danger”. These words indicate that the product contains hazardous material that can be corrosive, reactive, toxic, flammable or explosive. If not safely stored, used, or disposed of, they can cause hazards to you and the environment. Common materials accepted at the Hazardous collection facility: Adhesives Brake Fluid Car Batteries Cleaning Products Disinfectants Herbicides Insecticides Kerosene Motor Oil Paint Photo Chemicals Pool Chemicals Solvents Wood Preservatives Arts/Craft materials 1-3 lb. Propane Cylinders Some household items can be legally disposed of in other ways:
Be sure to package your hazardous waste carefully when bringing it to the disposal site. Make sure lids and caps are on tight. If the container is leaking; place it in a bucket with kitty litter or sawdust. Package containers so they will not fall over, placing them in a box so they will be stable. Re-label containers if the original labels are missing. Do not leave containers in hot or freezing cars. Miami County: The Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility is located at 327th and Hospital Dr. in the Public Works Facility. This facility is for the use of Miami County residents only. Material from businesses cannot be accepted. The hours of operation are on Wednesday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and the second Saturday of the month, May through October, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. More information is available at this web site: www.miamicountyks.org/health.html What are household hazardous materials? Hazardous material is marked on the product container with such words as “poison”, “caution”, “warning”, and “danger”. These words indicate that the product contains hazardous material that can be corrosive, reactive, toxic, flammable or explosive. If not safely stored, used, or disposed of, they can cause hazards to you and the environment. Materials accepted are: · Outdoor products: Pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, roach and mouse poison, etc. · Automotive products: Used motor oil, antifreeze, automotive batteries, brake fluid, car waxes, carburetor cleaner, lubricants, gasoline, etc. · Household products: Bleach, cleaners, disinfectants, mothballs, furniture polish, shoe polish, arts & crafts materials, etc. · Paints: Latex paint, oil based paint, stains & finishes, paint remover, paint thinner, spay paint, wood preservatives, etc. · Other: Pool chemicals, muriatic acid, photo developing chemicals, etc. Materials Not Accepted: Explosives Radioactive waste Medical waste Ammunition Asbestos Tires Re-use Program Limited quantities of products such as spay paint, car wax, oil based paints or stains, and pesticides are available to organized groups and the general public. Re-mixed latex paint may also be available for exterior building painting. Re-use products are available for pick-up during regular hours of operation.
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