Recycling Program Updates
Current Programs OakvilleWeekly PickupSorting Required WooddaleBiweekly PickupSorting Required Meadow ParkWeekly PickupComingled RoseburgWeekly PickupSorting Required BurnhavenBiweekly PickupComingled
Volume of Recyclables Collected tons tons tons tons tons tons
Incentives for Residents Recycling credit on bill for participating Refund on unused drop-off site vouchers
Improvements to Program Larger bins More frequent collection dates Expanded list of accepted materials Co-mingled recycling
Preparing Recyclables MaterialPreparation CansRinse clean; remove lids Glass bottles/jarsRinse clean; remove caps, lids, and rings Plastic bottlesRinse clean; remove caps and rings NewspaperKeep dry; bundle with string MagazinesKeep dry; place in paper bag Dry food boxesFlatten and place in paper bag BatteriesPlace on top of bin in clear plastic bag
Recycling Schedule
Waste Management Most Environmentally Sound Least Environmentally Sound
Five-Year Goal Reduce landfill use by 60% Achieve 95% participation in recycling program