RECYCLING FOR THE FUTURE

What To Recycle

RECYCLING FOR THE FUTURE

What To Recycle

RECYCLING IS EASY, JUST LIKE 1, 2, 3!

1. Know what goes in your recycling container

Use the recycling guide to find out what items can be recycled!

2. Remember: Always Empty, clean, and Dry!

Recycling sorting begins with the removal of any non-recyclable items and sorted by hand. This is why it is very important to be mindful of what we put in your recycling.

3. DO NOT BAG IT!

Remember to never bag your recyclables, materials should be placed in the recycling bin loose. Remember if you followed step 2, there should not be any need to bag your items.

WHAT CAN BE RECYCLED

If the items you're trying to recycle are not pictured below, you should NOT place them in your recycling bin.


Remember, when in doubt its best to leave out.


THINGS THAT CAN BE RECYCLED:


  • CARDBOARD (ie. cereal boxes, shoe boxes, television boxes, pizza boxes, and shipping boxes)
  • PAPER (ie. newspaper, catalogs, magazines, office paper, and books)
  • PLASTIC (ie. soda bottles(coded 1 & 2), milk jugs, water jugs, detergent/cleaning bottles, plastic bottles, and jugs)
  • ALUMINUM CANS (ie. aluminum and beverage/soda cans)
  • TIN CANS (ie. tin, aerosol, food cans)
  • GLASS (ie. glass bottles, glass jars)


TIPS ON RECYCLING:


  • Be sure to rinse out any item that contained food or liquids before placing into your recycling bin.
  • Plastic bags are NOT accepted
  • Plastics coded #1 and #2 are the only ones accepted, be sure to look for these recycling symbols. (Refer to symbols below)
TAKE THE RECYCLING QUIZ
WHAT CAN BE RECYCLED

If the items you're trying to recycle are not pictured below, you should NOT place them in your recycling bin.


Remember, when in doubt its best to leave out.


THINGS THAT CAN BE RECYCLED:


  • CARDBOARD (ie. cereal boxes, shoe boxes, television boxes, pizza boxes, and shipping boxes)
  • PAPER (ie. newspaper, catalogs, magazines, office paper, and books)
  • PLASTIC (ie. soda bottles(coded 1 & 2), milk jugs, water jugs, detergent/cleaning bottles, plastic bottles, and jugs)
  • ALUMINUM CANS (ie. aluminum and beverage/soda cans)
  • TIN CANS (ie. tin, aerosol, food cans)
  • GLASS (ie. glass bottles, glass jars)


TIPS ON RECYCLING:


  • Be sure to rinse out any item that contained food or liquids before placing into your recycling bin.
  • Plastic bags are NOT accepted
  • Plastics coded #1 and #2 are the only ones accepted, be sure to look for these recycling symbols. (Refer to symbols below)
TAKE THE RECYCLING QUIZ
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PLASTICS
CARDBOARD
GLASS
PAPER
ALUMINUM & TIN
TAKE THE RECYCLING QUIZ

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WHAT CANNOT BE RECYCLED

Not everything can be recycled, even if it's made up of recyclable materials. Plastics like clothes hangers, grocery bags, and toys aren't always recyclable in your curbside bin.


The images here are items we've found in the recycling line that should NOT be recycled. Please do not recycle these items as.


Other things that cannot be recycled are cups (ie. waxed beverage cups, styrofoam cups, cutlery, and paper plates), containers (ie. pesticide containers, oil containers, paint cans), glass bulbs (ie. windshield window glass, mirrors, light bulbs, pottery, ceramics), toilet paper (ie. toilet paper, paper towels, wipes, and other personal hygiene), and plastic bags (ie. plastic shopping bags, grocery store bags, and shipping bags).

WHAT CANNOT BE RECYCLED

Not everything can be recycled, even if it's made up of recyclable materials. Plastics like clothes hangers, grocery bags, and toys aren't always recyclable in your curbside bin.


The images here are items we've found in the recycling line that should NOT be recycled. Please do not recycle these items as.


Other things that cannot be recycled are cups (ie. waxed beverage cups, styrofoam cups, cutlery, and paper plates), containers (ie. pesticide containers, oil containers, paint cans), glass bulbs (ie. windshield window glass, mirrors, light bulbs, pottery, ceramics), toilet paper (ie. toilet paper, paper towels, wipes, and other personal hygiene), and plastic bags (ie. plastic shopping bags, grocery store bags, and shipping bags).

TAKE THE RECYCLING QUIZ

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DO NOT RECYCLE

CUPS
FOOD
GLASS BULBS
TOILET PAPER
PLASTIC BAGS
SYRINGES
DIAPERS
TAKE THE RECYCLING QUIZ
WHAT TO RECYCLE ONLY AT THE RECYCLING CENTER
  • BATTERIES - only vehicle and lawnmower tractor batteries are accepted
  • COMPUTERS - computers, scanners, printers, and monitors, there is no fee for bringing these products to the recycling center.
  • CELL PHONES - cell phones contain a numerous amount of hazardous substances, which can pollute the air when burned in landfills, they contain chemicals that leak into our soil and drinking water, these cellphones will be recycled and/or disposed of according to all EPA guidelines with the support of the American Cellular Donation Organization
WHAT TO RECYCLE ONLY AT THE RECYCLING CENTER
  • BATTERIES - only vehicle and lawnmower tractor batteries are accepted
  • COMPUTERS - computers, scanners, printers, and monitors, there is no fee for bringing these products to the recycling center.
  • CELL PHONES - cell phones contain a numerous amount of hazardous substances, which can pollute the air when burned in landfills, they contain chemicals that leak into our soil and drinking water, these cellphones will be recycled and/or disposed of according to all EPA guidelines with the support of the American Cellular Donation Organization
TAKE THE RECYCLING QUIZ
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BATTERIES
COMPUTERS
CELLPHONES
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OTHER SERVICES WE OFFER
SERVICES FOR EVERYONE

COMPOST & MULCH

Compost and Mulch is available for purchase bagged and loose.


Bag of Premium Compost (40lbs):

$2.10 w/tax

Bag of Tree Stump Mulch (24lbs):

$2.65 w/tax

Bag of Blend (Soil and Compost):

$2.75 w/tax


SOLD BY CUBIC YARD:

Premium Compost: $23.50 w/tax


Blend: $30 w/tax (Only Available at Composting Facility)


Regular Mulch: $14 w/tax


Tree Stump Mulch: $17 w/tax (Only Available at Composting Facility)

E-WASTE RECYCLING

Electronic Waste Disposal (televisions, computers, printers etc.) is offered to everyone at no charge.


*E-Waste must be dropped off in the facility  and cannot be placed in residential recycling bins.

PAPER SHREDDING

We offer free paper shredding!


This Service Is Open To Anyone.


For drop-offs, they can bring as many paper boxes for shredding.


To witness paper shredding there is a limit of 10 boxes.


*No Metal Bindings


SERVICES FOR MCALLEN RESIDENTS

TIRE DISPOSAL

McAllen Residents can dispose of (5) Passenger Car Tires per month at the City of McAllen Recycling Center

MOTOR OIL DISPOSAL

McAllen Residents may dispose 5 gallons of used motor oil per month



*No Cooking Oil

COMPOSTABLE LAWN & LEAF BAGS

Compost provides plants with vital nutrients by improving microbial activity that helps release soil nutrients for plants. Composting is natural, it reduces and/or eliminates the need for chemical fertilizers that can be costly and potentially damaging to the environment.

(20) Bags at No Charge for McAllen Residents. Must Pickup at Recycling Center.


McAllen Residents may also pickup (5) bags per month at the following locations:


  • Palmview Community Center
  • McAllen Public Library
  • Lark Community Center
  • Las Palmas Community Center
  • City Hall

BRUSH/BULKY WASTE DISPOSAL

The City of McAllen Recycling Center accepts vegatative waste and bulky waste for disposal.


Must provide proof of McAllen Residency

SERVICES FOR EVERYONE

COMPOST & MULCH

Compost and Mulch is available for purchase bagged and loose.


Bag of Premium Compost (40lbs):

$2.10 w/tax

Bag of Tree Stump Mulch (24lbs):

$2.65 w/tax

Bag of Blend (Soil and Compost):

$2.75 w/tax


SOLD BY CUBIC YARD:

Premium Compost: $23.50 w/tax


Blend: $30 w/tax (Only Available at Composting Facility)


Regular Mulch: $14 w/tax


Tree Stump Mulch: $17 w/tax (Only Available at Composting Facility)

E-WASTE RECYCLING

Electronic Waste Disposal (televisions, computers, printers etc.) is offered to everyone at no charge.


*E-Waste must be dropped off in the facility  and cannot be placed in residential recycling bins.

PAPER SHREDDING

We offer free paper shredding!


This Service Is Open To Anyone.


For drop-offs, they can bring as many paper boxes for shredding.


To witness paper shredding there is a limit of 10 boxes.


*No Metal Bindings


SERVICES FOR MCALLEN RESIDENTS

TIRE DISPOSAL

McAllen Residents can dispose of (5) Passenger Car Tires per month at the City of McAllen Recycling Center

MOTOR OIL DISPOSAL

McAllen Residents may dispose 5 gallons of used motor oil per month



*No Cooking Oil

COMPOSTABLE LAWN & LEAF BAGS

Compost provides plants with vital nutrients by improving microbial activity that helps release soil nutrients for plants. Composting is natural, it reduces and/or eliminates the need for chemical fertilizers that can be costly and potentially damaging to the environment.

(20) Bags at No Charge for McAllen Residents. Must Pickup at Recycling Center.


McAllen Residents may also pickup (5) bags per month at the following locations:


  • Palmview Community Center
  • McAllen Public Library
  • Lark Community Center
  • Las Palmas Community Center
  • City Hall

BRUSH/BULKY WASTE DISPOSAL

The City of McAllen Recycling Center accepts vegatative waste and bulky waste for disposal.


Must provide proof of McAllen Residency

SIGN UP FOR CURBSIDE RECYCLING SERVICES

STEP 01: Visit customer relations located at City Hall to sign up for the waste services or to transfer services to new home.


STEP 02: Visit McAllen Recycling Center to sign a recycling pledge and receive recycling information



STEP 03: Allow 24-48 hours for placement of recycling bin



FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (956) 681-4050

SIGN UP FOR CURBSIDE RECYCLING SERVICES

STEP 01: Visit customer relations located at City Hall to sign up for the waste services or to transfer services to new home.


STEP 02: Visit McAllen Recycling Center to sign a recycling pledge and receive recycling information



STEP 03: Allow 24-48 hours for placement of recycling bin



FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (956) 681-4050

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