Plastic Produce, Deli & Bakery Containers, Cups, Trays
Plastic Soda, Water & Other Drink Bottles
Polystyrene (Packing Peanuts)
HDPE Rigid Plastic
PE Film
PP Rigid Plastic
PS Foam Plastic
Boat Shrink Wrap
Notes
Remove caps/lids and put in trash
Remove tape and labels from foam blocks and shapes/protective packaging
Rinse or wipe clean all food or other residue from bottles & containers
Exceptions
No Bags, Wrap or Film Plastic
No Hazardous Product Containers
No Motor Oil Bottles/Containers
Description:
This is a self-serve, indoor, drop-off center for clean and sorted recyclables. Open to all households and businesses; fees may apply, read below. Please stop in for a tour and learn the best way to recycle from friendly people who can answer your questions. We are here to help!
FREE RECYCLING
Recycle only: cardboard, styrofoam, batteries – no charge.
Non-profit and community groups can recycle all materials free.
RECYCLING FEES
Annual membership recommended for households who use our center all their recycling needs. This is a one time fee, good for an entire year.
Regular:$45 Super Recycler: $65
For household recycling without membership: $2 per visit.
Electronic Waste Recycling: Up to $0.25 per pound. (not included with membership or door fee)
Business: Annual membership based on materials to be recycled and quantities. Business membership plans range from $45 to $125 per year. Invoices and receipts can be provided. Please note that we accept cardboard recycling free. We can handle large quantities.
Plastic Produce, Deli & Bakery Containers, Cups, Trays
Plastic Soda, Water & Other Drink Bottles
Plastic Tubs & Lids
Tires - Off-Road (Medium)
Tires - Off-Road (Small)
Tires - Other
Tires - Passenger
Tires - Semi Truck
Tires - Tractor
Tires - Truck
Notes
Include lids with containers
Rinse or wipe clean all food or other residue from bottles & containers
Exceptions
No Bags, Wrap or Film Plastic
No Buckets
No Electronics/Appliances
No Flower Pots
No Foam
No Foam Blocks/Shapes
No Foam Food Service: cups, plates, take-out containers
No Foam Peanuts
No Food Contaminated Containers
No Frozen Food Bags
No Hazardous Product Containers
No Other Film
No Pouches
No Straws
No Thin Foamed Product Wrap/Sheets
No Toys with Metal or Electronics
Mixed MSW
Residue
Solid Waste
Description:
The Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority is a dual stream recycling facility. Via a residential curbside collection and drop off service, we receive recyclable materials in two streams: Fiber and Rigid.
We operate a small scale MRF and baler on site. Rigid (plastic/metal/glass), materials are separated in the MRF. Glass and ferrous material is removed. Currently we market a 1-7 bale product.
Our fiber product is a residential mix comprised of OCC and mixed paper. This product is baled on site and shipped to market.
Currently, we receive 155/TPM. 70% Fiber and 30% Rigid.
The overall goal of the program is to provide a cost effective recycling option for the municipalities of Marquette County, local school districts/universities, and civic groups. The program is available to those who choose to participate. Currently, 15 of the 22 municipalities of Marquette County participate in our dual stream program.
Plastic Produce, Deli & Bakery Containers, Cups, Trays
Plastic Soda, Water & Other Drink Bottles
Plastic Tubs
Plastic Tubs & Lids
Polystyrene (Packing Peanuts)
Clothing
Shoes
Notes
Place all clean, dry bags and film inside another bag and tie off
Remove caps/lids and put in trash
Rinse or wipe clean all food or other residue from bottles & containers
Exceptions
No Hazardous Product Containers
No Motor Oil Bottles/Containers
No Pouches
Description:
WHAT IS the mission of MIDLAND RECYCLERS?
“To inspire the community to make a positive impact on the environment by providing the means and know how to reuse and recycle.”
HOW IS MIDLAND RECYCLERS DIFFERENT FROM CURBSIDE RECYCLING?
Your city or township contracts with Republic Waste or Waste Management to pick up and process curbside recycling. Midland Recyclers is a non-profit 501c3 organization serving the Great Lakes Bay Region for over 31 years.
MIDLAND RECYCLERS ACCEPTS “HARD TO RECYCLE” ITEMS THAT CANNOT BE RECYCLED AT CURBSIDE.
WHAT ARE “HARD TO RECYCLE” ITEMS?
Plastic bags, shredded paper, vinyl siding, polystyrene foam, batteries, electronics, and colored glass containers. (Look inside for a complete list of what we accept.)
Expanded listing for:
Grand Traverse County - Resource Recovery Department - RecycleSmart
Materials:
Haz-Waste
Aerosol Cans - Flammable
Aerosol Cans - Pesticides
Aerosols & Gas Cylinders - Other
Compressed Air Tanks
Cylinders - Freon
Cylinders - Propane
Fire Extinguishers
Propane Tank
Batteries - Alkaline
Batteries - Automotive
Batteries - Commingled
Batteries - Lead-Acid
Batteries - Li-Ion
Batteries - Mercury
Batteries - Ni-Cad
Batteries - Ni-Mh
Batteries - Other
Batteries - Rechargeable
Batteries - Rechargeable (non-NiCad)
Acids
Adhesives
Antifreeze
Asbestos
Brake Fluid
Caustics
Degreasers
Elemental Mercury
Farmers Oil Tank
Fertilizers
Freon
Fungicides
Gasoline and Unwanted Fuels
HHW (Household Hazardous Waste)
Herbicides
Household Cleaners
Insecticides
Light Bulbs - Mercury Containing
Mercury Containing Items
Mercury Containing Thermostat
Mercury Thermometer
Motor Oil
Oil Gasoline Mixture
Oxidizers
Paint - Latex
Paint - Oil Based
Paint Thinners
Pesticides
Photographic Chemicals
Pool Chemicals
Solvents
Transmission Fluid
Used Oil
Used Oil Filters
Used Oil Products
Fluorescent Bulbs
Light Bulbs - Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL)
Light Bulbs - Other
Medications
Sharps
Description:
Grand Traverse County provides 4 Household Hazardous Waste collection events per year. Residents may dispose of 150 pounds of hazardous materials at no charge. A $1.30/pound fee will be charged for quantities greater than 150 pounds.
Appointments are required and can be made by calling the Recycle Smart hotline at 231-941-5555 or online at www.recyclesmart.info.
Proof of residency is required for participants.
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