Ocoee to open self-serve sandbag site

The city of Ocoee is opening a self-serve sandbag distribution site from noon to 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28, and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29, at the Public Works Department, 301 Maguire Road.

Ocoee residents must take a valid ID or city utility bill for proof of residency. Each household will be provided 10 empty sandbags to be filled by the resident. Sand is available at Public Works, and staff will provide tools to fill sandbags; however, residents are encouraged to bring their own shovel or trowel.

Ocoee household trash, yard waste and recycle collection services will continue as normal at this time. Residents should place carts at the curb the night before their scheduled pickup day.

For information, call (407) 905-3100 or visit ocoee.org.