Normandy Park City Scene Fall 2026 26 Fall is around the corner - and with that comes cooler weather, shorter days and the return of the school year. As Normandy Park begins to wind down after an exciting summer and settles into fall, check out these tips to have a sustainable season. FALL INTO SUSTAINABILITY Back-to-School Sustainability Tips Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Before buying new supplies, check what items from the previous year can be reused. Things like backpacks, lunchboxes, binders and scissors can often be used for another school year with proper care. Green School Supplies: Look for school supplies made from recycled or sustainable materials. Items like notebooks, pencils, backpacks and paper made from recycled content or sustainably sourced materials are becoming more widely available. Thrifty Treasures: Explore thrift stores and consignment shops for second-hand clothing and school supplies to reduce waste and embrace sustainable clothing. Reusable Lunchware: Ditch disposable bags and containers in favor of reusable lunch boxes, water bottles and snack containers made from sustainable materials. Bulk Buys: Purchase essential items like pens, pencils and erasers in bulk to minimize packaging waste and save resources. Support Local Shops: Whenever possible, buy from local businesses or artisans that prioritize sustainable practices. This not only reduces the carbon footprint associated with shipping but also supports your local economy. Fall Bulky Item Pickup Reminder School is back in session, which means it’s the perfect time to clear out the summer clutter and take advantage of your household’s free bulky item pickup! WM will pick up one large appliance or one piece of furniture from residential customers each year for no additional charge in Normandy Park. Accepted bulky items include a refrigerator, freezer, stove, dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, water heater, sofa, mattress and table. Additional bulky items cost $24.97 - $26.03 each, depending upon the item. Residential customers continue to receive curbside collection of small appliances and electronics at no additional cost. Small appliances include microwaves and toaster ovens. Electronics include computers, audio and video equipment, TVs, cell phones and other equipment containing circuit boards. Items must be no larger than 2’x2’ per unit and must be less than 60 lbs. each. Customers must request a bulky pickup at least one day prior. Call WM at 855-NPARKWM (855-672-7596), M-F, 7 am–7 pm, and Saturday, 8 am – 5 pm to schedule a bulky pickup. If any issues come up with this service, please email: pw@normandyparkwa.gov. See you at Fall Frolic! Bring a new or used costume for the costume exchange!
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