Gilbert Town Hall

Not everything belongs in the trash. 🙃

Earlier this morning, a fire started in the back of a Gilbert garbage truck. Thanks to the quick actions of the operator and a rapid response from Gilbert Fire and Rescue, no injuries were reported and the truck was saved.

Unfortunately, incidents like this happen more often than people realize. While the exact cause of today’s fire is unknown, fires in garbage trucks are often caused by hazardous materials or batteries being thrown in the trash and igniting when compacted.

Please keep these items out of your trash and recycling containers:

• All batteries
• Cooking oil
• Pool chemicals
• E-waste
• Household cleaners
• Paint
• Auto fluids
• Propane tanks
• Other hazardous materials

Instead, bring them to Gilbert’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility for safe disposal: gilbertaz.gov/HHW

Behind every trash pickup is a dedicated crew working to keep Gilbert clean and safe. This Public Works Week, help us protect them by properly disposing of hazardous materials. 🙏

Join the Gilbert Redevelopment Team for the Gilbert Northwest Redevelopment Plan Community Open House on May 14 from 6-8 PM at the McQueen Activity Center, 510 N Horne St. This fun, interactive drop-in event where Gilbert residents can explore project ideas, chat with Team Gilbert, and share their vision for the future of Northwest Gilbert.

The Northwest area of Gilbert is among the most mature in our community. Town staff have been actively evaluating population growth, employment, and development trends in this high-impact area over the past decade. Renewed focus in this section of Gilbert will play an important role in addressing signs of decline and lessening the potential impact on residents and businesses. As planning begins for Gilbert Northwest, we want to hear from our residents and share in the conversation and shape what’s next for Gilbert.

Enjoy light refreshments and take part in engaging activities.

More information on Gilbert Northwest can be found at: www.gilbertaz.gov/nwgilbert