I am wondering if it matters which way my cart faces the street for trash pick-up, handle towards the street or towards the driveway?

Hi, Teckla! Please place your cart with the handle facing the driveway/house. Feel free to set your cart in your driveway or grass, but please make sure it’s out by 6 AM each service day (we suggest setting it out the night before, so there’s no chance of missing the truck). Please be sure the cart is within 2 feet of the street, and not blocked by any cars parked on the street, or too close to a mailbox or tree - anything that would hinder the automated arm on the trash truck being able to pick the cart up. If you have any other questions, please contact our office. Thank you - have a great day!

You want the handle to be away from the street.