Department of Public Works - Recycling FAQ

* What is Single Stream Recycling?
* Are the new recycling bins mandatory?
* What can I use for my material?
* What types of plastics are accepted in the single stream program?
* Under the new Single Stream program, when will my material be collected?
* Why are plastic bags no longer acceptable?
* What about the sale of yellow recycling bins?
* Is the recycling material that is collected, really being recycled?
* What Are Acceptable items?
* We cannot accept (examples):

* What is Single Stream Recycling?

Single Stream Recycling means that all mixed recyclables including, plastic bottles and jars, paper, cardboard, metal cans and glass bottles and jars will be collected from the same container on the same day.
Are the new recycling bins mandatory?

No, the bins are not mandatory nor required to participate in the new Single Stream Recycling Program. Please see next statement for options.

* What can I use for my material?

You may use paper bags, bind and tie with string, cardboard boxes, a recycle bin, or any container of choice as long as it is marked

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