RECYCLING INFORMATION
- In July of 2003, the new curb side recycling program began for all single family residential properties.
- The official recycling container is a burgundy recycling bin which will was provided to each residence
- All containers should be rinsed out before being placed in the recycling bin.
- Do not use plastic grocery bags for your trash or recyclables.
- Diapers are not recyclable
Recycling Instructions
Acceptable |
Acceptable |
Plastic Jugs & Bottles |
Cardboard |
Clean-Discard Caps |
Non-Wax coated with wavy corrugation |
Leave labels on. Flatten if possible. |
Discard packing material & loose food. |
Only narrow-neck bottles marked 1 (PETE) or 2 (HDPE) on bottom |
Cut or flatten and tie into bundles no larger than 2' x 3' pieces, no more than 30 lbs. |
NO Microwave dishes or plastic bags |
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NO #1 OR #2 wide-mouth containers, such as margarine tubs or yogurt containers. |
Paperboard/boxboard |
NO containers marked 3,4,5,6 or 7. |
Clean cereal, shoe, detergent, gift, & snack. |
NO automotive or chemical containers |
Pop/beer bottle and can packages. |
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Remove all goods, cellophane & liners. |
Glass Bottles & Jars |
NO milk, drink or pizza boxes. |
Clean, leave labels on. Discard lids. |
Breakdown and flatten and bundle. |
Brown, green and clear bottles and jars only. |
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NO broken glass, window glass, light bulbs or ceramic mugs. |
Magazine & Catalogues |
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Magazines, phone books and catalogues. |
Metal Food/Beverage Cans |
Tie securely or place in brown paper bag. |
Clean. Labels are OK. |
NO books. |
Clean aluminum trays & pie tins. |
Brown Paper Grocery Bags |
Place lids inside cans. Squeeze to secure. |
Fold/place inside another paper bag |
Household Batteries |
Newspaper, Glossy advertisements & Inserts |
Such as AA, AAA, C,D, 9 volt. |
Newspaper and all inserts. |
Store in a clear plastic bag inside bin. |
Glossy advertisements and newsprint ads. |
NO automotive batteries. |
Tie with string or place in brown paper bag. |
Lids for recycling bins are available by contacting the Department of Public Works at (586) 758-8278. Additional bins will be $8.00 each, lids are $3.00 each.
The Center Line Recycling Center located at the Department of Public Works yard on Sherwood, north of 10 Mile Road is closed permanently. All recyclables should be placed at the curb side in the proper recycling bin provided to each resident.