City of Hays
In the wake of recent severe weather, Hays city staff has been working to clear branches from streets and alleys, removing low-hanging or broken branches, cleaning basins, and checking for damaged traffic signs and signals.
However, city employees will not be removing large limbs or branches from private property, as these will be the responsibility of property owners.
The Ellis County Landfill is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays for dumping and disposal of limbs and branches for free to residents of Hays for non-commercial purposes.
No dumping is allowed 15 minutes prior to closing times, according to Justin Craig, Ellis County Environmental Services director.
Gates close at 4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday and at 3:45 p.m. on Saturday. This will prevent citizens from arriving late and possibly being turned away.
Tree limbs are not accepted at the city compost site. Should property owners require additional assistance, residents are encouraged to reach out to a licensed tree trimmer.
See the attached list of current licensed contractors for tree work in Hays or contact the City of Hays Parks Department at [email protected] or 785-628-7375 for more information.
