The first shipment of blue bins have arrived in Rocky Mountain House.

Town officials say a manufacturing delay pushed the delivery of blue bins later than they had hoped, but now that the first two truckloads have arrived, Town staff will begin rolling them out to residents.

The limited supply of small bins is reserved for the households that requested the 240L size earlier this year.

All other residents will receive a 360L bin.

Since the curbside collection recycling program was introduced in May 2022, the Town of Rocky Mountain House has had many requests for blue bins to help residents manage their mixed recycling materials. Blue bins will also speed up curbside collection, and reduce windblown materials, say Town officials.

Officials note, you may start using your blue bin as soon as you receive it. Once your household receives your blue bin, you will no longer need to provide clear or blue bags for your mixed recyclable materials.

All curbside recyclable material must fit inside your bin at the curb. Once all households have their blue bins, the collection truck will no longer collect bags or cardboard at the curb.