LETTER: Disposing of a mattress is challenging in North Bay

To the editor:

I recently had to dispose of a mattress and box spring.

Needless to say, not having a means to do so on my own, this became quite the challenge. I searched for companies and individuals who do this but the cost was prohibitive.

I reluctantly asked a friend with a truck to help me out and he graciously agreed.

We then were forced to take an over 50km round trip journey to our landfill site and still pay $50 to dispose of the items.

I see many pieces of furniture and mattresses sitting at the curb around our city. What becomes of them, I do not know. I do know what happens to these and other items in a neighbouring city though.

Please feel free to visit the link provided below if you want to know as well. Perhaps the best way to stop illegal dumping. 

Furniture and Appliances (greatersudbury.ca)

Dan Bissonnette

North Bay