Curbside Residential Recycling

Curbside recycling collection is provided to all single-family and some smaller, multifamily dwellings. Residents who live in apartments and condominiums can drop-off recyclables at the City Recycle Center.

Curbside Days of Service


View the Days of Service Map.


Curbside Recycling Rules


Help us collect your recyclables by following these rules:
  • Clean out containers for recycling.
  • Flatten boxes - cardboard should be cut into pieces no longer than 18 inches.
  • Do not bag items - leave them loose in your cart.
  • Secure shredded paper in a paper bag and staple it shut.
  • Become familiar with the accepted items list. Keep trash, Styrofoam, and plastic bags out.
  • Keep your cart 5 feet away from any obstacle, including Green Waste.
  • Place your cart at the curb with the wheels and handle facing your home. Lid must be completely closed.
  • Place the cart out no earlier than 8:00 pm the day before collection.
  • Place the cart out no later than 6:30 am on the day of collection.
Download the recycling information brochure.
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Can it go in the blue cart?


Yes
 No
Plastic containers #1-7,
less than 5 gallons in size
 Plastic bags
Plastic wrap
Styrofoam
Cups, plates, utensils
Hangers
Hoses
Newspaper
Paper
Junk mail
Magazines
Catalogs
Cardboard
Paperboard
Food and beverage cartons
(milk, juice, soup, etc.)
 Diapers
Tissues
Paper towels
Napkins
Wax coated paper products
Coated paper bags
Cups, plates, utensils
Pizza boxes
Glass bottles
Glass jars
 Mirrors
Ceramics
Vases
Drinking glasses
Aluminum cans and bottles
 Aluminum foil
Aluminum baking tins
Steel cans
Tin cans
 Hangers
Wires
Cords
Chains
View a printable PDF of recycling information.

How Can I Recycle or Properly Dispose of Other Items?


Learn how to recycle or properly dispose of these common items:
Resources