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Are you a Lafayette County resident looking to pay your solid waste bill but not sure how? I’ve got you covered! Managing your garbage collection payments doesn’t have to be complicated As someone who’s navigated this system, I’m sharing everything you need to know about Lafayette County solid waste bill payment options, fees, and important contact information
Understanding Your Lafayette County Solid Waste Fee
Before diving into payment methods, let’s understand what you’re actually paying for. Lafayette County contracts with Three Rivers Planning and Development District to handle solid waste billing services for residents and businesses in the area.
Current Fee Structure
As of 2023, Lafayette County residents pay:
- $12 per month for residential properties
- Commercial rates start at $12 and increase based on property size and usage
This monthly garbage fee covers
- Weekly curbside trash collection
- Operation costs for Lafayette County Landfill
- Equipment maintenance
- Employee wages
- Fuel and other operational expenses
How to Pay Your Lafayette County Solid Waste Bill
You’ve got several convenient options for paying your bill. Here they are from easiest to most traditional:
1. Pay Online
The quickest way to pay is through the Three Rivers customer payment portal:
- Visit http://trpdd.com/billing
- You’ll need your account number ready
- The system accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover
2. Pay by Phone
If you prefer talking to a real person:
- Call the Three Rivers Solid Waste Billing Division: 662-489-2415
- Have your debit/credit card ready
- Be prepared with your account number
3. Pay by Mail
The old-fashioned way still works great:
- Detach the solid waste portion from your bill
- Mail check or money order to:
Three Rivers Planning and Development District
PO Box 690
Pontotoc, MS 38863 - Don’t forget to write your account number on the check!
4. Pay in Person
If you’re near Pontotoc:
- Visit the Three Rivers office at 75 South Main Street, Pontotoc, MS
- Office hours are typically Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5. Set Up Auto Bill Pay
Never miss a payment again:
- Set up recurring monthly payments through your bank’s online bill pay system
- Your bank will mail a check on your behalf each month
- Be sure your account number is included with each payment
Important Contact Information
Need to ask questions about your bill or service? Here’s who to contact:
Three Rivers Planning and Development District
- Phone: 662-489-2415
- Email: [email protected]
- Mailing Address: PO Box 690, Pontotoc, MS 38863
Lafayette County Solid Waste Department
- Physical Address: 300 N. Lamar, Suite 103, Oxford, MS 38655
- Mailing Address: P.O. Box 885, Oxford, MS 38655
- Phone: (662) 236-2535
- Fax: (662) 236-7997
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
When Will You Receive Your Bill?
Your solid waste fee will appear as a line item on your regular utility or tax bill, depending on your situation:
- City of Oxford residents: The fee appears on your monthly Oxford Utilities statement
- Well and septic tank owners: The fee shows up on your annual property tax bill from Lafayette County Tax Assessor’s Office
What Happens If You Don’t Pay Your Bill?
Let’s be honest, we all forget sometimes. But the consequences for missing payments can escalate quickly:
- 30 days past due: You’ll receive a reminder notice
- 60 days past due: Expect a phone call requesting payment
- 90 days past due: A disconnection warning gives you 10 days to pay
- 100 days past due: Garbage collection service gets suspended until balance is paid in full (including late fees)
- 120 days past due: Your account is sent to a debt collection agency
- 180 days past due: A lien may be placed on your property
Help! I Have a Past Due Balance
If you’re struggling to catch up, don’t panic. There are options:
- Call Three Rivers at 662-489-2415 to set up a payment plan
- Ask about hardship options if you’re facing financial difficulties
- Keep communication open – ignoring the problem only makes it worse
- Consider cutting back in other budget areas temporarily to get caught up
Tips for New Lafayette County Residents
Just moved to Lafayette County? Welcome! Here’s what you need to do about your solid waste service:
- Contact Three Rivers immediately to open an account in your name
- Provide your move-in date
- Expect your first bill within 2 months
- Find out your weekly garbage pickup day
- Request a garbage cart if needed (first one is free!)
- Consider signing up for paperless billing
Lafayette County Three Cart Program
The City of Lafayette partners with Republic Services for curbside waste collection. As of October 1, 2022, residents in the Three Cart Program receive:
- Weekly compost collection
- One free compost cart exchange annually
- Recycling collection every other week
- Rates based on garbage cart size (includes recycling and compost service)
- Multiple cart size choices for recycling and compost: 32, 64, or 96-gallon options
If you need to report missed pickups, contact Republic Services at 303-286-2400 within 24 hours. You can also use Republic’s online form through their website.
Common Questions About Lafayette County Solid Waste
Q: Where do I send my solid waste bill payment?
A: Mail payments to Three Rivers Planning and Development District, PO Box 690, Pontotoc, MS 38863, or use the online portal at http://trpdd.com/billing.
Q: What is the Lafayette County Solid Waste Department’s mission?
A: Their mission is guided by accountability, common sense, and compassion to assist all Lafayette County residents. You can follow them on Facebook for route updates and important notices.
Q: How do I change my solid waste service?
A: Contact Three Rivers directly for:
- Closing your account (moving out of county)
- Adjusting your monthly rate
- Changing billing name or address
- Requesting additional carts
Q: What if I’m part of a homeowner association?
A: HOAs interested in joining the City program can visit the Three Cart Program page for more information.
My Personal Experience
When I first moved to Lafayette County, I was a bit confused about the solid waste billing process. I didn’t realize my garbage fee was included in my utility bill, and almost missed a payment! Thankfully, a quick call to Three Rivers sorted everything out. The staff was super helpful and walked me through my options.
I’ve found the online payment system to be the most convenient option for me. It takes just a minute each month, and I never have to worry about late fees or missed collections. For those who aren’t tech-savvy though, the phone and mail options work just as well.
Final Thoughts
Staying on top of your Lafayette County solid waste bill is pretty straightforward once you know the options. Whether you prefer online payments, phone calls, or good ol’ fashioned checks in the mail, there’s a system that works for your lifestyle.
Remember that communication is key if you run into payment issues. The Three Rivers team would rather work with you on a solution than send your account to collections.
And don’t forget to follow the Lafayette County Solid Waste Department on Facebook for important updates about routes, holiday schedules, and any service changes that might affect your collection.
Have you had experiences with Lafayette County’s solid waste billing that might help others? Feel free to share in the comments below!
About the Solid Waste Fee Billing Division
Three Rivers Planning & Development District began solid waste fee billing services in October 1993 utilizing software written by one of its employees. The primary responsibilities of the Solid Waste Fee Billing Division include the following:
Maintain and update each county’s customer database
Open, balance, and post collections
Print and mail monthly statements
Provide each county reports related to collections and delinquency
We currently serve 15 individual county solid waste departments with its software.
We are the administrative agent for fee billing for those county solid waste departments.
The overall success of the Solid Waste Fee Billing Division is directly related to the cooperation and excellent working relationships that exist between the counties and Three Rivers. Search for:
For customer setup or billing questions, please call 1-800-253-0831.
Calhoun, Chickasaw, Itawamba, Kemper, Lafayette, Lee, Monroe, Panola, Pontotoc, and Union County Residents Can Now Sign Up For Paperless Billing!
Click the “Request Paperless Billing” button below and submit your email address to start the process.
Customers may also set their solid waste account to be paid by bank draft. For further information, please call 1-800-253-0831 or submit your email address using the button below.
NOTE: For bank drafts for customers in Panola County, please call (662) 563-6200. For bank drafts for customers in Prentiss County, please call (662) 728-8307. Newton County does not accept bank drafts at this time.
For pick-up questions, please call the phone number next to the county.
*The Board of Supervisors in each county sets the monthly rates for solid waste collection.
