Dodge County
The Dodge County website lists specific guidelines as to what materials are or are not recyclable in your area; please consult this list (as well as any materials you may have received from your county or recycling servicer) as you collect your recyclables. But remember, you can always recycle MORE than just what's collected! Reusable goods can be given to thrift stores or churches, food waste can be composted, some materials can be sent directly to remanufacturers... For tips on recycling MORE than what's normally collected, check out our mega list of what can be recycled and how.
Recycling Guidelines
The following materials are accepted:
NEWSPAPER, JUNK MAIL AND FOLDING CARTONS
Bundle in paper sacks, do not tie. Include inserts from newspaper and all types of envelopes. Remove all plastic bags/sleeves. "Folding cartons" include cereal boxes, cracker boxes, etc. DO NOT INCLUDE: waxy coated boxes (i.e. frozen & microwave food, milk cartons); tissue paper; napkins; paper towels.
CARDBOARD
Corrugated (layered with a wavy center) cardboard only. Flatten and bundle together.
MAGAZINES
Bundle in paper sacks, do not tie. Include other glossy papers in this category. No plastic bags.
OFFICE PAPER
Notebook, copy and computer paper, letterhead, envelopes are accepted. Bright colored paper is accepted. Bundle in paper sacks. No plastic bags.
ALUMINUM CANS
Empty and rinse.
TIN / STEEL CANS
Rinse, remove labels. Remove loose lids.
GLASS BOTTLES / JARS
Rinse clean. Remove and discard lids. DO NOT INCLUDE: ceramic dishes or mugs; window glass; plexiglas; light bulbs; glassware or Pyrex.
PLASTIC BOTTLES
NARROW NECK bottles only. Remove and discard lids. Rinse clean. Crush bottles to save space.
All licensed haulers are required by the county to provide curbside recycling collection. Most haulers provide this service free to residents.
Organics
The Dodge County Transfer Station accepts: Yard Debris, Clean Wood, Animal Bedding and all Source Separated Organics. More information is available at http://www.fullcircle-organics.com/ Resources
(Last updated April 13, 2011)
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