YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - The Green Team announced Republic Services is temporarily suspending curbside recycling in Mahoning County.

According to a statement from Republic Services, curbside recycling is being suspended as of Monday, April 6, 2020, because of a recent surge in residential waste.

With the majority of the population sheltering in place at home, the volume of residential waste has increased significantly, according to Republic Services.

Drop-off recycling will remain open to residents.

The county commissioners have reached a deal with Republic Services to escalate service at drop-off locations. 

Despite an increase in service, there is still finite capacity. 

They said to keep the drop-off recycling sites clean and do not leave items outside the containers. 

If the sites are filled, they said to come back at a later time. 

The Green Team said it apologizes for the inconvenience and hopes to restore the program as soon as possible.