Collection schedule
Carts must be at the curb by 6:00 am, with lids closed and 3 feet between carts. Recycling is collected every other week.
| Zone | Area | Trash | Recycling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone A | North Shore & Pine Ridge | Monday | Monday, even weeks |
| Zone B | Downtown & Lakeshore Dr | Tuesday | Tuesday, odd weeks |
| Zone C | West Lakeview & Birch Hills | Wednesday | Wednesday, even weeks |
| Zone D | South Bay & rural routes | Thursday | Thursday, odd weeks |
Accepted in recycling
- Paper, mail, cardboard & boxboard (flattened)
- Plastic bottles, jugs & tubs #1, #2 and #5
- Aluminum & steel cans
- Glass bottles & jars
- Milk & juice cartons
Not accepted
- Plastic bags & film (return to grocery stores)
- Styrofoam, takeout containers & cups
- Batteries, electronics & light bulbs
- Hoses, cords & holiday lights
- Food-soiled paper & pizza boxes
Holiday weeks
When a holiday falls on a weekday, collection slides one day later for the rest of that week: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Yard waste, bulky items & more
- Yard wasteWeekly, April–November, in compostable bags
- Bulky itemsCall by Friday for next-week pickup; fees apply Request
- Holiday treesCurbside through January 31, no decorations
- Household hazardous wasteCounty drop-off site, first Saturday monthly
Frequently asked
My cart was missed. What do I do?
Report it by 10 am the next business day through the contact form or by calling (218) 555-0100.
How do I get a bigger cart?
Carts come in 35, 64 and 96 gallons. Size changes are free once a year; the new rate starts with your next bill.
How is trash service billed?
Trash and recycling are billed quarterly on your utility statement. See Payments for ways to pay.