For a list of materials to recycle click here
For tips on reducing waste altogether, click here

Prohibited Items
Click here for a picture showing items not allowed in the garbage.

Do not put the following materials in the garbage:

Computers and TVs. For safe disposal options see the Take It Back Network.
Needles and syringes. For safe disposal options see Frequently Asked Questions - Recycling Service.
Fluorescent tubes and bulbs. For safe disposal options see FAQs on Fluorescent Light Bulbs.
Concrete, rocks and dirt


Hazardous Waste: Oil-based paint, varnish, paint thinner, solvents

• Lawn products: insecticides, herbicides, fertilizer
• Automotive products: vehicle batteries and fluids
• Aerosol spray cans

For safe disposal options for these and other materials visit www.govlink.org/hazwaste/house/index

Special Handling

Bag loose items
• Cool and bag loose ashes
• Bag cat litter or animal waste
• Bag loose Styrofoam packing pellets
• Bag loose sawdust

Latex Paint Cans

Paint must be dry or solid (use pet litter)