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The Gainesville Recycling Resource Guide is an informational directory to assist residents and businesses with finding local options to recycle, donate, compost, resell, repair, and properly dispose of various unwanted materials. Be sure to confirm with drop-off locations prior to arriving to verify site location, materials accepted, and hours of operation. This guide was compiled as an informational service to our residents and does not imply an endorsement or approval by the City of Gainesville. All businesses and organizations listed in this guide are responsible for complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laws pertaining to recycling, waste disposal, and environmental protection. Most items listed are accepted for recycling for free at drop-off sites; however, fees may apply for the disposal of other items at private facilities and for commercially generated waste.

Index of Materials

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Absorbents (oil & motor fluids) Acids Aerosol Cans (non-toxic) Aerosol Cans (toxic) Air Pillows (plastic) Aluminum Bottles & Cans Aluminum Foil & Pans Antifreeze Appliances (non-working) Appliances (working) Art & Craft Supplies Asbestos Asphalt Auto Parts (used) B

Barrels (drums) Bases (alkalines) Bathtubs & Sinks (metal) Batteries (button cell) Batteries (car) Batteries (rechargeable) Bicycles (non-motorized) Boats Books (hardback) Books (paperback) Bubble Wrap Building Materials (home interior waste) Buttons & Sewing Supplies C

Carbon Monoxide Detectors Cardboard (corrugated) Carpeting & Carpet Pads Cartons (beverage, soup) Catheters (tubing) Cell Phones Chemical Waste (hazardous) Christmas Trees (artificial) Christmas Trees (natural) Clothes Hangers Clothing (textiles)

Coffee Cups (paper & foam) Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) Computers Concrete Construction & Demolition Debris (C&D) Cooking Oil Copper Corks (wine corks) Cylinders & Tanks (flammable) Cylinders & Tanks (nonflammable) D

Dead Animals (report) Dirt Drink Pouches Dry Cleaner Bags (plastic) E

Egg Cartons (clear plastic) Egg Cartons (foam) Egg Cartons (paper) Electronics Explosives Eyeglasses F

Fabric Fences/Fencing Fiberglass (insulation) Filters (air conditioning) Fire Extinguishers Fireworks Flags Fluorescent Ballasts Fluorescent Lights (tubes) Foam Trays Food Waste (food scraps) Food Waste (unused/unopened) Fuel (gaseous) Fuel (liquid) Fuel Tanks (empty) Furniture

G

Garbage (Trash) Gas Cans Glass Bottles & Jars Glassware Grass Clippings Guns & Ammunition H

Hair (human) Hearing Aids Holiday Lights Household Hazardous Waste I

Injured Animals (report) Ink Cartridges Iron (scrap metal) J

Jet Ski (water ski) Jewelry Making Supplies Junk Mail K

Kitchen Cabinets

L

Lawnmowers Leaves Light Bulbs (incandescent)

M

Magazines & Catalogs Mattresses & Box Springs Media (videotapes, DVDs, CDs, records) Medical Equipment Medical Waste (needles, syringes, sharps) Medications & Pharmaceutical Waste Metal Cans Microwavable Trays (plastic) Motor Oil Motor Oil Filters Musical Instruments N

Newspaper Bags (plastic) Newspapers O

Office Paper Office Supplies P

Packing Material (plastic or foam) Paint (oil & latex) Pallets (wooden & plastic) Paper Bags Paperboard Pet Supplies Phone Books Picture Frames Pipes (PVC) Pizza Boxes Plant Pot & Trays (plastic) Plastic Bags (grocery bags) Plastic Bottle Caps Plastic Bottles, Jugs & Tubs Plastic Clamshells (non-rigid plastics) Plastic Cups Plastic Tubes Plastic Tubs Prescription Vials (empty) Printer & Ink Cartridges

Q

R

Radioactive Waste Railroad Ties & Landscaping Timber Receipts (thermal paper) S

School Supplies Scrap Metal Septic & Sewage Tanks Sewage (untreated) Sharps (syringes, needles, lancets) Shoes (athletic) Shoes (dress) Shredded Paper Sinks (porcelain) Six-pack Rings (plastic) Smoke Detectors Sports & Exercise Equipment Steel Cans Storage Bags (plastic) T

Tar (roof & driveway) Televisions Thermometers (mercury) Thermostats (mercury) Tires (auto) Tires (bicycle) Toilets (porcelain) Toys Trailers Transmission Fluid Trees (disposal) Trees (report fallen trees) U

V

Vacuum Cleaners Vehicles (cars) Video Game Consoles (electronics) W

Window Glass Wood Debris (tree removal) Wrapping Paper X

Y

Yard Waste (yard debris) Yarn & String Z

Collection Centers Residents of the City of Gainesville may take their waste and recycling items to the Alachua County Household

Hazardous Waste Collection Center and any Alachua County Rural Collection Center for free.

Alachua/High Springs Rural Collection Center

16929 NW US Hwy. 441 Gainesville, FL 32609

Phone: 386-454-2563

Archer Rural Collection Center

19401 SW Archer Rd. Gainesville, FL 32609

Phone: 352-495-3257

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Center

5125 NE 63rd Ave. Gainesville, FL 32609

Phone: 352-334-0172

Hours: MON-FRI 7 AM to 5 PM, SAT 8 AM to Noon

Fairbanks Rural Collection Center

9920 NE Waldo Rd. Gainesville, FL 32609

Phone: 352-334-3873

North Central Rural Collection Center

10714 N State Rd. 121 Gainesville, FL 32609

Phone: 352-334-3875

Recycling Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)


Phone: 352-548-1341

Hours: MON-FRI 7 AM to 5 PM, SAT 7 AM to Noon

Phifer Rural Collection Center

117700 SE Hawthorne Rd. Gainesville, FL 32609

Phone: 352-334-3874

Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station


Phone: 352-334-0172

Hours: MON-FRI 7 AM to 5 PM, SAT 7 AM to Noon, Fees may apply

or

WARNING - SPECIAL HANDLING REQUIRED These materials are NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as they pose a serious health and safety hazard. Any items marked under these symbols are NOT accepted in your blue or orange recycle bins.

Rural Collection Center Hours:

7:30 AM to 5:30 PM on MON, TUE, FRI, & SAT

(Closed WED, THU, & SUN)

https://alachuacounty.us/Depts/SolidWaste/Residential/Centers/Pages/EnvironmentalPark.aspx

Absorbents (oil & motor fluids) materials used to absorb (soak up) oil, absorbent pads, cat litter, oil rags, sawdust Absorbent materials used to absorb or soak up motor oil or fluids need to be properly disposed of in the same way as the oil or fluid itself.

Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at

• Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center

Disposal: Absorbents such as paper towels used to soak up cooking oil are not hazardous waste and can be disposed of with garbage. Be sure to bag absorbent material before placing it in a waste collection container.

Acids

hydrofluoric acid, rust removers, cleaners, stain removers, sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid



Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.

Aerosol Cans (non-toxic)

hair spray can, cooking spray bottle, air freshener can, sunblock spray bottle Aerosol cans must be fully emptied before placing in recycling. Remove and discard plastic caps. Nozzles affixed to cans can be left on.

Accepted for Recycling

Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin

Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers

Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations

Aerosol Cans (toxic)

spray paint cans, bug spray cans, spray adhesives cans

Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full aerosol can products such as pesticides, adhesives, or spray paint are accepted for recycling at


• Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations

Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.

Air Pillows (plastic)

plastic packaging air pillows

NOT ACCEPTED FOR RECYCLING

Reuse: Save this material until you next need to ship a package

Aluminum Bottles & Cans

used beverage cans, soda cans, beer cans, energy drink cans Remove caps





NO aluminum foil, pie pans or trays

Public/Private Drop-off: Accepted for recycling at

• Alachua County Recycling Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)

Sell: Local locations that pay for recycled aluminum cans

• CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224

• Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354

Aluminum Foil & Pans

foil wrap, Reynolds wrap, pie plates, chafing pans


Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage

Donate: Clean pie tins are accepted for reuse at

• Tools for Schools, 1147 SE 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-374-5213

Antifreeze

coolant, radiator fluid, ethylene glycol Do NOT leave puddles of antifreeze on pavement or unattended buckets of antifreeze as it poses a serious health hazard to children and pets.

Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full containers of antifreeze are accepted for recycling at



Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.

https://www.cmcrecycling.com/locations/florida/gainesville

https://www.tmrecycling.com/

https://alachuacounty.us/depts/solidwaste/outreach/toolsforschools/pages/suggesteddonations.aspx

Appliances (non-working)

stoves, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers, hot water heaters Avoid having to set out appliances for collection by arranging for used appliances to be hauled away by the same company when new appliances are delivered.

Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of household appliances.

To make an appliance collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:

• Call the Solid Waste Division at 352-334-2330, or

• Make an appointment online at Appliance Collection Appointment

Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Non-refrigerant residential household generated appliances are accepted for recycling at


• Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Commercial Metals, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224 (FEES MAY APPLY)

Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Refrigerants (refrigerators, freezers, A/C's) accepted at

• Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station, (FEES MAY APPLY)

Appliances (working)

stoves, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, toaster ovens

Sell: Appliances in good working condition can be sold through online marketplace applications

Donate: Local charities that accept appliances in good working condition

• Alachua Habitat For Humanity ReStore, 2317 SW 13th, Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-373-5728

• Salvation Army Thrift Store, 55 NW 23rd, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-5797

Art & Craft Supplies

art glue, glue sticks, art paints, painting sets, scissors, crayons, coloring pencils, paint brushes, tempera paint, baskets

Donate: Accepted for reuse at

• The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-363-8902


https://www.cityofgainesville.org/PublicWorks/ProgramsandServices/Recycling/BulkItems/WhiteGoodsPick-upServiceOrder.aspx

https://www.cityofgainesville.org/PublicWorks/ProgramsandServices/Recycling/BulkItems/WhiteGoodsPick-upServiceOrder.aspx



https://www.alachuahabitat.org/restore-shop

https://salvationarmyflorida.org/gainesville/

http://www.repurposeproject.org/


Asbestos

insulation, shingles, siding, linoleum flooring, fireproof items

Contact the Florida Department of Environmental Protection at 904-256-1700 for information on proper asbestos removal and disposal.

Asbestos Testing Services: for a fee

• AMRC Environmental, 352-495-8266 • Avanco Environmental Inc., 352-591-8595

Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts properly prepared asbestos material for disposal for a fee

• Levy County Landfill, 12051 NE 69th Ln., Williston, FL 32696 (FEES MAY APPLY)

Asbestos Removal Services: for a fee

• GLE Associates, Inc., 352-335-6648 • Simpson Environmental Services, 352-583-2509

Asphalt

asphalt waste, tar road waste

Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts asphalt for a recycling at

• Florida Concrete Recycling Inc., 930 SW 3rd St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-372-1237 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Florida Concrete Recycling Inc., 18515 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32618, 352-495-2043 (FEES MAY APPLY)

Auto Parts (used)

scrap metal, motors, engine parts, radiator, cars, trucks, junk cars, old trucks, old cars, junk trucks, wheels

Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal


• Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234


Barrels (drums)

large round metal, plastic or cardboard drums used to store liquids

Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full barrels of oil or chemicals are accepted for recycling at



Sell: Local locations that pay for clean, empty metal barrels (call first)

• CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-022(FEES MAY APPLY)

• Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354 (FEES MAY APPLY)

https://floridadep.gov/air/permitting-compliance/content/asbestos

https://floridadep.gov/air/permitting-compliance/content/asbestos

https://amrc-environmental.com/

https://www.avancoenvironmental.com/

https://www.levycounty.org/department/solid_waste/index.php

https://www.gleassociates.com/

https://simpsonenv.com/

http://www.flcrinc.net/



http://hartautosalvage.weebly.com/




Bases (alkalines)

alkali, caustic soda, sodium hydroxide , cleaners, drain cleaners, ammonia, lime, calcium oxide, magnesium hydroxide, chlorine, bleach Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Household Hazardous Waste is accepted for recycling at



Bathtubs & Sinks (metal)

metal bathtubs, metal sinks






Disposal: Residential household generated waste is


• Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station

Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville's Bulk Item Pick Up Program

Batteries (button cell)

small, round batteries used in hearing aids, calculators, cameras, laser pointers, watches, zinc-air button batteries, coin sized batteries Not accepted for recycling curbside



Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.




https://www.cityofgainesville.org/GOVERNMENT/CityDepartmentsNZ/Recycling/BulkItems/tabid/116/Default.aspx


Batteries (car)

lead-acid batteries used in cars, trucks, boats, scooters, wheelchairs, golf carts, lawnmowers, riding toys Not accepted for recycling curbside




Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at

• Batteries Plus Bulbs, 3318 SW 35th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-872-5920 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Battery Land, 1535 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-213-5815 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Battery Source, 4811 SW 34th Ter., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-377-9191 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Interstate Battery, 2442 NW 66th Ct., Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-372-0133 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Advance Auto Parts, 6 locations in the Gainesville area (FEES MAY APPLY)

• AutoZone, 3 locations in the Gainesville area (FEES MAY APPLY)

Batteries (rechargeable)

rechargeable batteries used in cell phones, cordless phones, two-way radios, laptops, tablets, power tools, toys, cameras, camcorders, bar code scanners, Nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd), Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), Lithium-ion (Li-Ion). Lithium Polymer (Li-Poly) Not accepted for recycling curbside




Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at

• Most cellular phone stores, large retail stores, and many other locations. Visit Call2Recycle.org to find the closest rechargeable battery drop-off location to you



• Battery Land, 1535 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-213-5815 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Battery Source, 4811 SW 34th Ter., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-377-9191 (FEES MAY APPLY)

https://www.batteriesplus.com/t/recycling/battery

http://www.thebatteryland.com/

https://www.batterysource.com/

https://interstate-battery-battery-store.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/o/storeservices?gclsrc=aw.ds&gclid=Cj0KCQiAyp7yBRCwARIsABfQsnRqca8A-xdm5BtI2sHUdIG6ws6oK1I8WzYwf9cbNQLZNA-hPFh5rhwaAtn_EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.autozone.com/landing/page.jsp?name=in-our-stores

https://www.call2recycle.org/tag/rbrc/


http://www.thebatteryland.com/

https://www.batterysource.com/

Bicycles (non-motorized)

bicycles, tricycles, unicycles Not accepted for recycling curbside

Repair: Bicycles can be repaired at

• Bikes and More, 2133 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-6574

• Chain Reaction Bicycles, 1630 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32603, 352-373-4052

• Gator Cycle, 1700 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-3962

• Super Cool Bike Shop, 3460 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-371-2453

• Re-Bike, 16 NW 18th St. #115, Gainesville, FL 32603, 352-257-1813

• Recycled Bicycles, 17 NW 8th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 372-4890

• The Freewheel Project, 618 S. Main St. #A, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-2100

• Trailside Bikeshop, 210 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-327-3727

Donate: Bicycles in good condition or only needing small repairs are accepted for reuse at

• Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792

• Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654

• Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361

• Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738

• Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377

• Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522

• Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597

• St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079

Boats

bass boats, runabouts, pontoon boats, skiffs, sailboats, speedboats, fishing boats, paddle boats, canoes, kayaks, rowboats

Sell: Boats in good working condition can be sold through online marketplace applications

Sell: Local locations that pay for metal boats

• CMC Recyling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224

Disposal: Accepted for disposal at


https://bikesandmoregainesville.com/

https://www.chainreactionbikes.com/

https://www.gatorcycle.com/

http://www.supercoolbikeshop.com/

https://www.thefreewheelproject.org/

https://www.facebook.com/Dignity-Project-Second-Generation-DP2G-203068859735741/

http://gcmhelp.org/donate0.aspx

https://www.goodwilljax.org/



https://www.humanesocietyncfl.org/pet-services/thrift-store/



http://www.stfrancishousegnv.org/


Books (hardback)

textbooks, hardcover books


Sell: Used textbooks and other hardcover books can be sold through online marketplace applications

Sell: Local locations that pay for used books

• Book Gallery West, 4121 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-371-1234

Donate: Books in good condition are accepted for reuse at


• Friends of the Library (Alachua County Library District), 430 N. Main St. #B, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-1676





• Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484



Books (paperback)

softcover books, softback books, manuals, trade books

Accepted for Recycling:

Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling

containers Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County

Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations

NO hardback or hardcover books

Sell: Local locations that pay for used books

• Book Gallery West, 4121 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-371-1234

Donate: Books in good condition are accepted for reuse at


• Friends of the Library (Alachua County Library District), 430 N. Main St. #B, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-1676








http://www.bookgallerywest.com/


http://www.folacld.org/





https://beyourhaven.org/Attic




http://www.bookgallerywest.com/


http://www.folacld.org/









Bubble Wrap

plastic packaging bubble wrap, popping paper




Building Materials (home interior waste)

flooring, doors, electrical fixtures, plumbing, lumber, lighting fixtures, windows, paneling, plasterboards, carpeting, toilets, sinks, cabinets, shower doors, mirrors, glass tabletops Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed

Donate: Interior building materials in good condition such as flooring, doors, fixtures, cabinets, and furniture) are accepted for reuse at

• Alachua Habitat for Humanity's ReStore, 2317 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-373-5728

• The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, (352) 363-8902

• Total Home (formerly ReUser Building Products), 904 N. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-379-4600

Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville's Bulk Item Pick Up Program for interior remodeling waste generated from "Do-It-Yourself" projects.

Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at


Buttons & Sewing Supplies

clothes buttons, sewing needles, sewing thread


• The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-363-8902 (donations by appointment)


Carbon Monoxide Detectors

CO detectors

Disposal: This material is safe to dispose of in the garbage



Cardboard (corrugated)

shipping boxes, moving boxes, appliance boxes Flatten boxes into pieces no larger than 4 ft. by 4 ft. and remove any plastic film or plastic packing material


Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin



NO boxes with food residue, such as greasy pizza boxes



https://www.totalhomefla.com/





Carpeting & Carpet Pads

floor covering, padding, remnants, rugs Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed




Donate: Large new carpet remnants are accepted for reuse at

• Molly & Friends Cat Furniture, 1030 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-337-1535

Donate: Carpet squares are accepted for reuse at


Cartons (beverage, soup)

shelf-stable Tetra Pak & Gable-top containers used to store milk, juice, soup, almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, broth, protein drinks, aseptic, drink box Rinse out and discard caps




NO pouches or straws NO take-out containers

Catheters (tubing)

tubular medical devices used for injection or withdrawal of fluids Rinse items with bleach and bag for disposal

Disposal: This material is safe to dispose of in the garbage.

Cell Phones

mobile phones, smartphones, flip phones, i-Phones, Blackberry, Android, Samsung, Galaxy Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop off Locations: Accepted for recycling at




• Most cellular phone stores, large retail stores, and many other locations

• Visit Call2Recycle.org to find the closest drop-off location to you

Sell: Used cellular phones in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Repair: Cell phones can be repaired for a fee at

• uBreakiFix, 3333 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-505-6834

• Orange Phone Care, 4110 SW 34th St. #8, Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-519-5848

• We Fix It Phone Repair, 3318 SW 35th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-872-5920 (located inside Batteries Plus Bulbs)



https://mollyandfriends.com/


https://www.call2recycle.org/tag/rbrc/

https://www.ubreakifix.com/locations/gainesville?utm_source=google&utm_medium=gmb&utm_campaign=gainsville

https://www.orangephonecare.com/

https://www.batteriesplus.com/store-locator/fl/gainesville/phone-repair-437?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=wfi&storecode=437

Chemical Waste (hazardous)

cleaners, fertilizers, Freon, furniture polishes, lead, mercury thermometer, thermostats, mothballs, nail polishes, solvents, stains, turpentine, wood preservatives, preservatives, antifreeze, brake fluids, transmission fluids, fertilizers, fungicides, gasoline, kerosene, herbicides, insecticides, lighter fluids, pesticides, poisons, pool chemicals, spa chemicals, weed killers, round-up PROPER HANDLING OF CHEMICALS 1. In case of spills, dilute with water, or soak up

with newspaper. Put into a plastic bag. 2. Keep chemicals in original containers if possible.

Be sure the chemicals are labeled. 3. Do not mix chemicals. 4. Place containers in cardboard boxes. Use

crumpled newspaper in boxes to prevent breakage.

5. Place leaky containers in clear plastic bags and transport in boxes with newspaper.

6. Put boxes in the trunk of a car or bed of a truck away from passengers.

Public Drop-off Location: Chemical waste and toxic materials are accepted for recycling at


Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies

Christmas Trees (artificial) fake or plastic trees


Disposal: Residential household generated waste for disposal in the City of Gainesville's Bulk Item Pick Up Collection Program



Christmas Trees (natural)

natural or real holiday trees, fir trees, spruce trees Remove all decorations and lights

Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Place out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.

NO plastic bags NO flocked or spray-painted trees

Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at

• Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations



https://www.cityofgainesville.org/GOVERNMENT/CityDepartmentsNZ/Recycling/YardWaste/tabid/487/Default.aspx

Clothes Hangers

plastic, wire or wooden clothes hangers, coat hangers Not accepted for recycling curbside

Reuse: Many dry cleaners will take back their own hangers for reuse

Donate: Many local charities accept hangers for reuse








• Outreach Thrift Store, 2430 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-375-3200



Recycle: Large volumes of metal coat hangers can be recycled as scrap metal at


Clothing (textiles)

clothes, fabrics, pants, shirts, outfits, suits, bras, t-shirts Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: Clothing in good condition are accepted for reuse at











Sell: Local locations that pay for used clothing

• Flashback Recycled Fashions, 220 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-3752

• Plato’s Closet, 3441 W. University Ave. #B, Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-374-4402

• Weecycle of Gainesville (baby clothes only), 1405 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-376-2212









http://www.outreachthrift.org/















ttps://m.facebook.com/shopflashbacks/

https://www.platoscloset.com/location/gainesville-fl/

http://www.weecycle.com/

Coffee Cups (paper & foam)

to-go coffee cups

NOT ACCEPTED FOR RECYCLING CURBSIDE


Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) fluorescent bulb, lights, lamp, Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) are accepted for recycling at



Private Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent Light bulbs (tubes, lights, CFLs) are accepted for recycling at


Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) are accepted for recycling at

• Home Depot stores, 2 Gainesville area location • Lowes stores, 2 Gainesville area locations

Computers

CPUs, computers, monitors, laptops, cell phones, tablets, digital cameras, cell phone, televisions, GPS unit, photocopiers, radio, stereos, telephones, video game consoles

Public Drop off Locations: Accepted for recycling at




Sell: Used electronic items in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of electronic items. To make an Electronics Recycling collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:


• Make an appointment online at Electronics Recycling Collection Appointment


https://www.cityofgainesville.org/PublicWorks/ProgramsandServices/Recycling/BulkItems/E-ScrapPick-upServiceOrder.aspx


Concrete

concrete waste, cement blocks

Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts concrete for recycling at



Construction & Demolition Debris (C&D)

construction and demolition materials, asphalt, bricks, concrete, flooring, doors, plumbing, lumber, fixtures, lighting, windows, cabinets, paneling, boards, drywall, HVAC, carpeting, tile, laminates, gravel, rocks, sand, dirt Not accepted for recycling curbside

Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts construction and demolition materials for disposal at

• Florence Recycling & Disposal, 3222 SE Hawthorne Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-375-5189 (FEES MAY APPLY)

• Watson C&D Landfill, 12890 FL-24, Archer, FL 32618, 352-495-9449 (FEES MAY APPLY)

Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts concrete and asphalt for recycling at



Removal: Local commercial service providers licensed to construction and demolition roll-off collection services in the City of Gainesville for a fee

• Florence Landfill Alternatives, 352-375-5189 • Florida Express Environmental, 352-369-5411 • Republic Services, 1-800-331-2909 • Tropical Recycling, Inc., 352-332-3885 • Waste Corporation of America (WCA), 352-

377-0800 • Waste Pro of Florida, 386-462-2500 • Watson C&D, 352-472-9157

Cooking Oil

cooking oil, grease, vegetable oil, peanut oil, fryer oil, deep fry oil NEVER pour grease or oil down the drain as it will clog your sewer lines

Residential disposal:

→ Pour grease or oil into a metal container such as an empty soup can. Do NOT pour hot grease into plastic or glass containers.

→ After the grease has cooled and solidified, bag the can filled with grease.

→ Place the bag in your regular trash container.



Restaurants are required to contract with private companies for the proper disposal of kitchen grease and cooking oil.

Business Disposal Services: for a fee

• Beltz Liquid Waste Management, 352-372-7748

• DARPro Solutions, 1-855-327-7761 • Myers Septic & Well Drilling, 352-378-2375 • Stirling Food Systems Inc., 352-622-4477



http://florencerecycling.com/

http://www.watsoncll.com/




https://www.floridaexpress.us/

https://www.republicservices.com/

https://wcawaste.com/

https://www.wasteprousa.com/

https://watsonconstructionco.com/our-services/

https://beltzseptic.com/

https://www.darpro-solutions.com/

https://myerssepticandwell.com/

http://stirlingfoodsystems.com/Stirling_Food_Systems/Welcome.html

Copper

scrap metal, plumbing pipes Not accepted for recycling curbside






• Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station

Corks (wine corks) wine corks, natural corks, plastic corks Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers



Cylinders & Tanks (flammable) propane tanks, camping tanks, butane tanks, heating oil tanks, fuel tanks, cooking stove tanks, tank, BBQ grill tanks, heating tanks, natural gas tanks, turkey fryer tanks

Reuse: Most gas grill cooking tanks can be refilled and exchanged for full tanks at propane refilling distributors and retail propane outlets.

Public Drop-off Locations: Small cylinders and tanks (up to 1 pound in size) and gas grill tanks (2 to 20 pounds in size) are accepted at


Disposal: To remove commercial heating tanks for a fee call

• Davis Gas, 352-372-3383 • Suburban Propane, 386- 454-3690

Cylinders & Tanks (nonflammable)

pressurized air, compressed air, scuba tanks, diving tanks Not accepted for recycling curbside

Reuse: Return empty oxygen tanks to the company that made it. The name of the company should be stamped or printed on the tank.

Public Drop-off Locations: Cylinders and tanks are accepted for recycling at






https://www.suburbanpropane.com/locations/high-springs-fl/

Dead Animals (report)

dead domestic or wild animals, animal carcass Use caution when handling or transporting dead animals. Be sure to wear protective clothing and gloves.

Report: Dead animals located on the roadside or public right-of-way call

• State Roads/Highways - Florida Department of Transportation, 352-381-4300

• County Roads - Alachua County Road & Bridges, 352-548-1215

• City Streets - City of Gainesville Solid Waste Division, 352-334-2330

Disposal: Domestic or wild animals on private property for a fee

• Critter Control, 352- 372-3922 • Alachua County Animal Services, 352-264-6870

Dirt

uncontaminated and contaminated fill dirt, sand, soil Not accepted for recycling curbside

Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts uncontaminated dirt for disposal at



Soil Testing Services: for a fee

• Clean Earth Systems Inc., 813-930-6688 • Clark Environmental Services Inc., 407-965-

3912

Drink Pouches

juice pouches, drinking pouches, squeezable pouches, baby food pouches, apple sauce pouches, Go Gurts type pouches, Capri Suns type pouches



Dry Cleaner Bags (plastic)

plastic film



Egg Cartons (clear plastic)

Plastic egg cartons


Reuse Options:

→ Break into small pieces and use as packing material → Use as a seed start by planting seeds in molded cups → Use as a paint palette for children's paints → Store small doll toys or game pieces → Use as a "boot tree" to boots keep their shape → Store a dozen golf balls → Use as a drawer organizer for small items, such as

jewelry, buttons or paper clips

https://crittercontrolgainesville.com/

https://alachuacounty.us/Depts/animalServices/Pages/AnimalServices.aspx



https://cleanearthsystems.com/

https://www.clarkenvironmental.com/

Egg Cartons (foam)

Styrofoam egg cartons Not accepted for recycling curbside


• Publix grocery stores, multiple locations

Reuse Options:

→ Break into small pieces and use as packing material → Use as a seed start by planting seeds in molded cups → Use as a paint palette for children's paints → Store small doll toys or game pieces → Use as a "boot tree" to boots keep their shape → Store a dozen golf balls → Use as a drawer organizer for small items, such as

jewelry, buttons or paper clips

Egg Cartons (paper)

molded paperboard containers Remove eggs




Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 Locations

Electronics

CPUs, computers, monitors, laptops, cell phones, tablets, digital cameras, cell phone, televisions, GPS unit, photocopiers, radio, stereos, telephones, video game consoles





Sell: Used electronic items in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of electronic items.

To make an Electronics Recycling collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:





Explosives

fireworks, TNT, ammo, ammunition, flares, flare guns, signaling devices, grenades

Emergency: Call 911

Non-emergency: Call City's of Gainesville's Communications, 352-955-1818

Public Drop-off: Fireworks, flares, and flare guns are accepted for recycling at


Eyeglasses

prescription eyeglasses, over-the-counter eyeglasses, specs, bifocals, trifocals, cheaters, reading glasses, sunglasses, shades Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: Gently used prescription glasses are accepted for reuse at




• LensCrafters (Oaks Mall), 6667 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-332-0744

• Pearle Vision (Oaks Mall), 6419 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-331-6321

Fabric

rolls of fabric, fabric pieces Not accepted for recycling curbside




Fences/Fencing

metal, chain link, wood, or plastic fence material

Donate: Fencing material in good condition are accepted for reuse at




Private Drop-off Locations: Accept for disposal at






https://local.lenscrafters.com/fl/gainesville/6667-w-newberry-rd.html?cid=yext_0454

https://www.pearlevision.com/pv-us/stores/fl/gainesville/7990/







Fiberglass (insulation)

insulation, glass wood, pink insulation rolls


Disposal Drop-off Locations: Residential household generated fiberglass insulation material is accepted at

• Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations (Limit of one level truckload of fiberglass insulation per day)

Commercial & Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts fiberglass insulation for disposal at




Filters (air conditioning)

ac filters



Fire Extinguishers

portable fire suppression devices, A, B, C, D Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at


Private Services: Recharge and safe disposal of fire extinguishers for a fee

• Alachua Fire Extinguisher Co., 2939 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-377-3473

• American Fire & Safety Supply, 953 NE Osceola Ave., Ocala FL 34470, 352-378-2694

• Gator Fire Equipment Co., 1032 S. Main St., Gainsville, FL 32601, 352-373-1738

Fireworks

small explosives devices, firecrackers, pyrotechnics, bottle rockets, Roman candles, fire flowers

Public Drop-off Locations: Fireworks are accepted for recycling at


Flags

United States flags, American flags, USA flag, Stars and Stripes

Disposal: For information on the proper disposal of a United States of America flag visit the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)





http://americanfireandsafety.com/

https://gatorfire.net/

https://www.vfw.org/Flag/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=vfw-flags&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlN32BRCCARIsADZ-J4vJ_iFWR4VeZkmz6RlkPSi7r2CysIGUuwlMKoj8CiqSdx5YwRWcHdwaAsAREALw_wcB

https://www.vfw.org/Flag/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=vfw-flags&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlN32BRCCARIsADZ-J4vJ_iFWR4VeZkmz6RlkPSi7r2CysIGUuwlMKoj8CiqSdx5YwRWcHdwaAsAREALw_wcB

Fluorescent Ballasts

units that hold fluorescent bulbs, lamps or lights Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent ballasts are accepted for recycling at



Private Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent ballasts are accepted for recycling at


Disposal: Newer "PCB-free" ballasts are not hazardous waste and can be disposed of in the garbage. Be sure "PCB-free" is written in the ballast documents or on the ballast itself.


Fluorescent Lights (tubes)

fluorescent tube bulb, U-bend fluorescent bulbs, circular fluorescent bulbs Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent Light bulbs (tubes, lights, CFLs) are accepted for recycling at



Private Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent Light bulbs (tubes, lights, CFLs) are accepted for recycling at



Foam Trays

foam trays used by grocery stores to package fruits and vegetables Not accepted for recycling curbside



NO meat or seafood foam trays



Food Waste (food scraps)

food scraps, leftovers, vegetable trimmings, spoiled foods, expired foods, coffee grounds, eggshells Not accepted for recycling curbside

Backyard Compost: Reduce food waste by starting your own backyard composting pile.

• Pick up a free wire compost bin from Alachua County Waste Management, 352-3745213

• For more composting information visit Composting & Organics Recycling

Beaten Path Compost has two food waste drop-off locations in Gainesville for the composting of food scraps such as vegetables, fruits, dairy products, cereals, and breads. No meat or bones, please. There is no cost to the public to drop-off food waste at these locations; however, only food waste material is accepted and only use the carts marked "Compost" on the front.

Public/Private Food Waste Drop-off Locations:

• 4th Avenue Food Park, 409 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville FL 32601 (the compost carts are on the east side of the fence behind the dumpsters)

• Afternoon restaurant, 231 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 (the compost carts are located behind the restaurant near the dumpsters)

Private Collection Service: Beaten Path Compost also provides residential and commercial food waste collection services for a modest fee. For more information, contact Beaten Path Compost at [email protected].

Food Waste (unused/unopened) unused or unopened perishable and non-perishable foods, boxed foods, canned foods

Donate: Accepts perishable and non-perishable foods

• Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, 325 NW 10th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-336-0839

• ElderCare of Alachua County, 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-265-9040


Fuel (gaseous)

propane, butane, natural gas, liquefied petroleum




https://alachuacounty.us/Depts/SolidWaste/Outreach/Pages/Outreach.aspx

https://alachuacounty.us/Depts/SolidWaste/Outreach/Pages/Outreach.aspx

https://www.cityofgainesville.org/PublicWorks/ProgramsandServices/Recycling/Composting.aspx

https://www.google.com/maps/place/409+SW+4th+Ave,+Gainesville,+FL+32601/@29.6480981,-82.3314471,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88e8a38e021dd79d:0xdcb5d1a2ce765a65!8m2!3d29.6480981!4d-82.3292584?hl=en

https://www.google.com/maps/place/231+NW+10th+Ave,+Gainesville,+FL+32601/@29.6609169,-82.3298067,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88e8a475c003424f:0xe9b6725f6169085!8m2!3d29.6609169!4d-82.327618?hl=en

mailto:[email protected]

https://www.breadofthemighty.org/

https://eldercare.ufhealth.org/


Fuel Tanks (empty)

gas cans, fuel tanks Not accepted for recycling curbside

Reuse: Return empty tanks to the fuel oil distributor. The name of the distributor should be stamped or printed on the tank.

Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal (tanks must be cut in half)


Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at

• Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station, 5125 NE 63rd, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-334-0176 (FEES MAY APPLY)

Furniture

tables, dressers, bed frames, chairs, bookshelves, cabinets, sofas, couches, coffee tables, patio furniture, mattresses, box springs

Sell: Furniture in good working condition can be sold through online marketplace applications

Sell: Local locations that pay for used furniture

• Weecycle of Gainesville (baby furniture only), 1405 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-376-2212

• Sandy’s Savvy Chic Resale Boutique (upscale furniture), 4148 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-372-1226

Donate: Furniture in good condition is accepted for reuse at










Repair: Furniture can be repaired or reupholstered for a fee at

• A New Look Upholstery, 2800 NW 74th Pl., Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-363-8615

• Big Sun Upholstery & Fabrics, 4647 NW 6th St. #H, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-371-2827

• Mallard's Upholstery, 1801 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-376-3718

• M & M Upholstery, 2341 NE 17th Ter., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-376-5728

• Orange & Blue Furniture Repair, 2431 NW 41st St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-317-4902

• Sunshine Furniture Services, 3033 NE 19th Dr. # 12, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-377-2867

• Warrington's Furniture Repair, 818 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-338-0535





https://alachuacounty.us/depts/solidwaste/residential/centers/pages/environmentalpark.aspx

https://alachuacounty.us/depts/solidwaste/residential/centers/pages/environmentalpark.aspx

http://www.weecycle.com/

https://sandysresale.com/











https://anewlookupholstery.com/

http://mandmupholsterygainesville.com/



Garbage (Trash)

household garbage, commercial waste

Curbside Garbage Collection: Place out for collection in your black trash cart or in official yellow bags for disposal on your normal Trash collection day.

Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for disposal at


Commercial & Private Drop-off Location: Accepted for disposal at


Removal: Local commercial service providers licensed to provide garbage (trash) services in the City of Gainesville for a fee

• Florida Express Environmental, 352-369-5411 • Republic Services, 1-800-331-2909 • Waste Corporation of America (WCA), 352-

377-0800 • Waste Pro of Florida, 386-462-2500

Gas Cans

small (up to 15 gallons) metal or plastic container to store gasoline for home use such as lawn mowers or generators Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full gasoline cans are accepted at



Disposal: Empty, clean gas cans with the caps removed can be placed in with garbage

https://www.cityofgainesville.org/GOVERNMENT/CityDepartmentsNZ/Recycling/GarbageCarts/tabid/114/Default.aspx

https://www.floridaexpress.us/

https://www.republicservices.com/


https://www.wasteprousa.com/

Glass Bottles & Jars

brown, clear and green bottles used for wine bottles, beer bottles, soda bottles, spaghetti sauce jars, salsa jars, pickle jars, mayonnaise jars, jelly jars Rinse out and remove lids





NO broken glass or mirrors NO tableware or ceramics NO light bulbs



Glassware

stemware, drinking glasses, wine glasses, glass vases


Donate: Unbroken household glass items in good condition are accepted for reuse at

• Habitat For Humanity Resale Center, 2317 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-373-5728





Disposal: Broken glass can be disposed of in your regular garbage container. Be sure to place broken pieces in a bag before placing them in your garbage.

Grass Clippings

yard debris, yard trash, leaves, branches, grass clippings, sticks, twigs, Spanish moss, mover clippings, weeds, flowers, bushes Loose yard waste materials, such as leaves, grass clippings, and small twigs, must be placed in large brown paper lawn & leaf bags or personal reusable yard waste containers. Lawn & leaf bags or personal containers weighing more than 40 pounds cannot be collected.

Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Leaves can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.










Guns & Ammunition

bullets, cartridges, shotguns, handguns, rifles, flare guns, etc., ammo Always call first, before arriving

Public Drop-off Locations: Guns and ammunition are accepted for disposal at local law enforcement agencies. CALL BEFORE ARRIVING.

• Gainesville Police Department (GPD), 545 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-393-7500

• Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, 2621 SE Hawthorne Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-367-4000

Public Drop-off Locations: Ammunition only is accepted at


Sell: Local locations that pay for used guns and some types of ammunition

• Alachua County Feed & Seed Store, 2316 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-377-9956

• M&C Army Surplus Store, 626 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-6960

• Tucker Firearms, 2521 NW 41st St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-222-6433

Hair (human)

ponytails, locks


Donate: Long locks of hair can be donated to charities to create wigs

• Locks of Love, 1-888-896-1588 • Wigs For Kids, 440-333-4433

Hearing Aids

hearing devices, In-The-Ear (ITE), Behind-The-Ear (BTE), Personal Sound Amplifiers (PSAPs), Miracle-Ear



Holiday Lights

Christmas tree lights, light strands, string lights, outdoor lights, decorative lights Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop off Locations: Used or damaged holiday lights are accepted for recycling as electronics at



http://www.gainesvillepd.org/

https://acso.us/

https://www.facebook.com/Alachua-County-Feed-Seed-108717175819194/

http://www.mcarmysurplus.com/

http://tuckerfirearms.com/

http://www.locksoflove.org/

http://www.wigsforkids.org/

Household Hazardous Waste

cleaners, fertilizers, Freon, polishes, lead, mercury, mercury thermometers, thermostats, mothballs, solvents, stains, antifreeze, brake fluids, gasoline, pesticides, herbicides, poisons, pool chemicals, fluorescent lights Not accepted for recycling curbside




Injured Animals (report)

domestic, wild or endangered animals Use caution when handling or transporting animals. Be sure to wear protective clothing and gloves

Report: Injured domestic or wild animals call

• Alachua County Animal Services, 352-264-6870

Report: Injured endangered animals (such as bears, panthers, and eagles) call

• Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Wildlife Alert, 1-888-404-3922

Ink Cartridges

printer cartridges, inkjet cartridges, ink cartridge, toner cartridges, laser printer cartridges Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Empty or nearly empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at


Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at

• Best Buy, 3750 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-379-8500

• Office Depot, 1015 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-4003

• Office Depot, 6861 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-331-6885

• Office Max, 3642 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-2353

• Mister Paper Business Products, 1040 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-2737

Iron (scrap metal)

scrap metal, cast iron






• Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Stations


https://myfwc.com/contact/

https://myfwc.com/contact/

https://stores.bestbuy.com/fl/gainesville/3750-sw-archer-rd-424.html?ref=NS&loc=ns100

https://www.officedepot.com/a/content/loyalty/recycling-program/



https://www.misterpaper.com/P758/MisterPaperInc




Jet Ski (water ski)

water sport vehicle, water vehicle, sports vehicles, wave runners, watercraft, wave runner, watercraft, sea doo

Sell: Used equipment in good working condition can be sold through online sites

Jewelry Making Supplies

beads, thin wire, scrap wire, old jewelry, old watches Not accepted for recycling curbside



Junk Mail

unwanted mail, direct mail cards, paper, envelopes, flyers, catalogs, magazines Remove magnets and plastic cards







• Recycling Services of America, 2874 NE 1st Ter., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-379-5797

Kitchen Cabinets

interior remodeling waste Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed

Donate: Interior building materials in good condition such as flooring, doors, fixtures, cabinets, and furniture) are accepted for reuse at







http://www.recyclingservicesofamerica.com/Home.html





Lawnmowers

Non-riding, push-style mowers Drain fluids from mowers first

Public Drop-off Locations: Push or riding mowers are accepted for recycling at







Repair: Mowers can be repaired at

• A-1 Small Engine Repair, 4421 SW 51st St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-214-3291

• Sapp's Saw & Mower Center, 4404 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-378-0993

• Ten Little Engines, 1501 NW 55th Pl., Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-378-8882

Leaves

yard debris, yard trash, leaves, branches, grass clippings, sticks, twigs, Spanish moss, mover clippings, weeds, flowers, bushes Loose yard waste materials, such as leaves, grass clippings, and small twigs, must be placed in large brown paper lawn & leaf bags or personal reusable yard waste containers. Lawn & leaf bags or personal containers weighing more than 40 pounds cannot be collected.

Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Leaves can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.



Light Bulbs (incandescent) incandescent light bulbs






https://a-1smallengine.com/

https://sappssawandmower.stihldealer.net/

https://www.tenlittleengines.com/


Magazines & Catalogs

periodicals, product catalogs, monthly publications Remove and discard plastic bags







Donate: Once your done reading magazines, consider donating them to a local library, community center, doctor's office, retirement home, school or salon. Be sure to remove the mailing label or blackout your address.

Mattresses & Box Springs

beds, memory foam




Media (videotapes, DVDs, CDs, records)

VHS tapes, beta tapes, compact disks movies, vinyl records, LPs, DVDs Not accepted for recycling curbside

Sell: Classic tapes, CDs, DVDs, and records in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Sell/Trade: Local locations that buy and trade for classic tapes, CDs and records

• Hear Again Records, 201 SE 1st St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-373-1800

• 2nd & Charles, 2601 NW 13th St. #2601, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-376-6623

Donate: Hospitals and Retirement homes often accept videotapes and DVDs. Videotapes, DVDs, CDs, and records in good condition are accepted for reuse at









Recycle: Videotapes, CDs, and DVDs are accepted for recycling at

• Best Buy, 3750 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608, 352-379-8500

• GreenDisk, 1-800-305-3475



https://www.facebook.com/hearagainrecords/

http://www.2ndandcharles.com/











https://www.greendisk.com/gdsite/default.aspx

Medical Equipment

hospital beds, walkers, wheelchairs, crutches, lift chairs, canes Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: Medical equipment in good condition is accepted for reuse at








Medical Waste (needles, syringes, sharps) biomedical waste, biological waste, sharps, needles, syringes, lancets, face mask, face shields, disposable gloves, infected waste, tissue, blood, bodily fluids Not accepted for recycling curbside

Disposal: Medical and biological waste such as sharps, syringes, needles, and lancets are accepted for disposal at

• Florida Department of Health, 224 SE 24th St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-334-7900

• Alachua County Health Department, 15530 US-441 #10010, Alachua, FL 32615, 386-462-2542

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 60), 1200 SE 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-384-3101

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 23), 1600 Fort Clark Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-333-2885

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 80), 2000 SW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32607

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Warehouse), 5901 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32653

Medications & Pharmaceutical Waste prescriptions, over-the-counter medication, pills, medicine Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Find out the closest pharmaceutical drop-off box to you

• Alachua County Environmental Protection Department, various locations

• Walgreens, various locations











http://alachua.floridahealth.gov/locations/location-page-main.html


https://alachuacounty.us/Depts/PublicSafety/FireSafety/Operations/Health/Pages/SharpsDisposalProgram.aspx




https://www.alachuacounty.us/Depts/EPD/hwc/Pages/PharmaceuticalCollection.aspx

https://www.alachuacounty.us/Depts/EPD/hwc/Pages/PharmaceuticalCollection.aspx

https://www.walgreens.com/topic/pharmacy/safe-medication-disposal.jsp

Metal Cans

steel cans, aerosol cans, aluminum cans, aluminum bottles Rinse out cans before recycling





NO scrap metal NO stainless steel water bottles or thermoses



Sell: Local locations that pay for recycled aluminum cans



Microwavable Trays (plastic) microwavable trays



Motor Oil

car oil, engine oil, 20W, 30W, engine fluid Not accepted for recycling curbside





• Advance Auto Parts, 6 locations in the Gainesville area

• AutoZone, 3 locations in the Gainesville area • Pep Boys, 7725 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville,

FL 32606, 352-332-6003


Motor Oil Filters

oil filter, car filter, engine filter Not accepted for recycling curbside









https://www.pepboys.com/auto-care/maintenance/dispose-of-car-waste

Musical Instruments

flutes, saxophones, pianos, French horns, drums, trumpets, clarinets, violins, guitars Not accepted for recycling curbside

Trade/Sell: Used musical instruments in good condition can be sold through online marketplace applications

Trade/Sell: Local locations that pay for used musical instruments in good condition

• Gainesville Violins, 459 SW Fielding Way, Fort White, FL 32038, 386-497-1844

• Music & Arts, 3228 SW 35th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7651

Repair: Instruments can be repaired at

• Hoggtowne Music, 2441 NW 43rd St., Unit 26B, Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-271-4772

Donate: Used musical instruments in good condition at

• School Board of Alachua County Warehouse, 352-955-7413

Newspaper Bags (plastic)

clear plastic bags



Newspapers

daily papers, comics, classifieds, newspaper inserts Remove and discard plastic bags








http://www.gviolins.com/

https://stores.musicarts.com/gainesville

https://hoggtownemusic.com/


Office Paper

copy paper, notebook paper, letters, records, documents, index cards, colored paper, manila envelopes, file folders Remove binders





NO plastic or bubble envelopes



• ARC of Alachua County, 3303 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-334-4060 x133


• Tacachale Recycling, 1621 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-955-5506

Shredded Services: For confidential papers, contact a local document destruction company that can shred your materials.

• ARC of Alachua County, 352-334-4060 x133 • Recycling Services of America, 352-379-5797 • Tacachale Recycling, 352-955-5506 • Shred XxPress, 352-484-0976

Office Supplies

pencils, pens, crayons, folders, note pads, glue, index cards, staplers





Packing Material (plastic or foam)

packing peanuts, Styrofoam peanuts, bubble wrap, foam wrapping, foam padding, air pillows Not accepted for recycling curbside


Donate: Some mail packing stores will accept clean packing materials for reuse (call before arriving)

• The UPS Stores, 4 Gainesville area locations • Atlas Screen Printing, 131 SE 10th Ave.,

Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-376-7646

https://www.arcalachua.org/about/ewaste.php







https://www.ups.com/us/en/services/resource-center/Holiday-Recycling.page

http://www.wildcotton.com/

Paint (oil & latex)

latex-based paints, oil-based paints, water-based paints, vinyl paints, acrylic paints, varnish paints, spray paint, polyurethane Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full aerosol cans of paint are accepted for recycling at




Pallets (wooden & plastic)

wood or plastic platforms used to store and transport materials Not accepted for recycling curbside

Sell: Recycled pallets are accepted at

• Gainesville Pallets, 3530 SE Hawthorne Rd. #8858, Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-339-6837

• Southern Fuelwood Inc., 28826 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, FL 32669, 352-472-4324

Public Drop-off Locations: Wood pallets are accepted for recycling at

• Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station (FEES MAY APPLY)

Paper Bags

brown paper grocery bags, paper shopping bags, brown Kraft paper bags, white paper bags Remove and discard food and food wrappings





NO glossy type gift bags, popcorn bags or pet food bags



https://southernfuelwood.com/

Paperboard

pasteboard, cereal boxes, crackers boxes, tissue boxes, gift clothes boxes, shoe boxes. multi-beverage packs, paper egg cartons, paper towel rolls, toilet paper rolls Text…Remove plastic film from pasta and tissue boxes





NO bakery or donut boxes NO paper plates or paper cups

Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean, dry paper is accepted for recycling at



Pet Supplies

dog toys, cat beds, cat towers, cat toys, crates, dog food, cat food, food bowls, leashes, unused cat litter Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: New and gently used pet supplies are accepted at

• Alachua County Animal Services Department, 3400 NE 53rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-264-6870








Phone Books

telephone directories, yellow bags Remove magnets and plastic wrapping














Picture Frames

photo frames, wood picture frames, painting frames Not accepted for recycling curbside











Pipes (PVC)

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic pipes used for plumbing and drainage Not accepted for recycling curbside

Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts construction and demolition materials for disposal at


Watson C&D Landfill, 12890 FL-24, Archer, FL 32618, 352-495-9449 (FEES MAY APPLY)

Pizza Boxes

food contaminated boxes The vast majority of used pizza boxes are too contaminated with food residue or grease stains for recycling and should be disposed of with your garbage. Exceptionally clean pizza boxes can be treated just like cardboard and placed in paper recycle bins. If only the bottom of the pizza box is stained, the top of the box can be removed and recycled.

Disposal: Food contaminated (greasy) boxes should go in your garbage

Accepted For Recycling: Exceptionally clean and flattened boxes

• Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin • Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling

containers • Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County


NO boxes with food residue or grease stains

Plant Pots & Trays (plastic)

plastic plant pots, seed starter trays Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: Many local garden centers and plant nurseries accept plant and flower pots and trays for reuse

• Florida Greenkeepers, 1401 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-4932

• Garden Gate Nursery, 2406 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-376-4922













http://www.gardengatenursery.net/

Plastic Bags (grocery bags)

shopping bags, plastic food bags, plastic gift bags, grocery bags Not accepted for recycling curbside

Recycling: Many local grocery stores and retail stores accept back their own plastic bags for recycling. Look for specially marked recycling bins located near the store entrance or near the customer service area at Publix, Winn-Dixie, Wal-Mart, Target, Kohl’s and other stores.

Plastic Bottles, Jugs & Tubs

plastic containers with a neck or screw top empty all liquid from containers, and discard lids





NO plastic bags, wrap, cups, tubes or microwavable trays

NO Styrofoam materials NO plastic clamshells, egg cartons, or deli

containers NO plastic utensils



Plastic Bottle Caps

soda bottle caps, water bottle caps

Donate: Clean plastic bottle caps and lids accepted for reuse at


• Gainesville Woman's Club, 2809 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-376-3901 (call for drop-off hours

Disposal: Discard this item in with garbage

Plastic Clamshells (non-rigid plastics) clear plastic non-rigid containers often used to store and sell bakery foods, deli items, fresh berries, mixed candies, plastic egg cartons



Plastic Cups

to-go cups, disposable cups, Solo type cups



Plastic Tubes

toothpaste tubes, hair gel tubes, hand cream tubes




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Plastic Tubs

Butter tubs, yogurt tubs Rinse out containers, and discard lids


Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling

containers Public Drop-off Locations Alachua County Rural

Collection Centers, 5 locations

Prescription Vials (empty)

#5 plastic amber-colored pill bottles, medicine bottles, prescription vials Not accepted for recycling curbside


Reuse Options:

→ Store household items such as batteries, screws, and tacks

→ Organize makeup supplies for easy access → Use to store garden seeds → Keep small sewing kit items such as pins, buttons,

and needles → Use to hold cotton swabs for your travel kit → Store earphone buds away in pill bottles

Printer & Ink Cartridges

printer cartridges, inkjet cartridges, ink cartridge, toner cartridges, laser printer cartridges Not accepted for recycling curbside

Public Drop-off Locations: Empty or nearly empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at


Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at

• Best Buy, 3750 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-379-8500

• Office Depot, 1015 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-4003

• Office Depot, 6861 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-331-6885

• Office Max, 3642 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-2353

• Mister Paper Business Products, 1040 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-2737

Radioactive Waste

low-level radioactive waste found in medical waste, smoke detectors, monitoring devices Not accepted for recycling curbside

Disposal: For the proper handling and disposal of medical radioactive waste, please contact your health care provider. For the proper handling and disposal of radioactive waste call

• US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), 1-800-6957403

Public Drop-off Locations: Smoke detectors are accepted for recycling at






https://www.misterpaper.com/P758/MisterPaperInc

http://www.nrc.gov/waste.html

Railroad Ties & Landscaping Timber

Pressure-treated wood, creosote-treated wood Not accepted for recycling curbside

Reuse: Reuse ties and timber for landscaping, fences, borders, retaining walls, or walkways.



Receipts (thermal paper)

glossy or "slick" type cash register receipts



School Supplies

pencils, pens, crayons, folders, note pads, glue, index cards, paints, crafts supplies, art supplies, carpet squares, fabric scraps, yarn, rolls of wrapping paper

Donate: Tools For Schools is a reusable resource center providing new and gently used educational supplies to Alachua County Public School teachers at no cost. This program accepts a broad array of school supplies for reuse. For a complete list of suggested donations, visit Tools for Schools or call 352-374-5213.



Donate: New and gently used school supplies are accepted at


Scrap Metal

iron, steel, aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, zinc, ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, pots, pans, siding, gutter, downspouts, patio furniture, wheels, wires, fixtures, lamps, metal fencing, plumbing pipes, valves, tubing, metal wiring, electric motors,, insulated wires, metal doors, metal window frames, metal cables, appliances, washers, dryers, dishwashers, cast iron, farm equipment, farm machinery, lawnmowers, railings, sheet metal, water heaters tank Not accepted for recycling curbside

Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal (call first)





• Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Stations

Septic & Sewage Tanks

septic tanks, sewage tanks

Removal: For information on related to septic systems regulations contact

• Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), 352-264-6800

Removal: Local companies that provide septic system removal services for a fee

• Beltz Liquid Waste Management, 352-372-7448

• Myers Septic & Well Drilling, 352-378-2375








https://floridadep.gov/water/domestic-wastewater/content/septic-systems

https://floridadep.gov/water/domestic-wastewater/content/septic-systems

https://beltzseptic.com/

https://myerssepticandwell.com/

Sewage (untreated)

sewage, untreated refuse liquids, waste matter

Disposal: Local companies that provide sewage removal services from septic tanks or portables toilets.

• Dampier Septic Tank, Inc., 352-888-4308

Sharps (syringes, needles, lancets) syringes, needles, lancets Not accepted for recycling curbside

Disposal: Medical and biological waste such as sharps, syringes, needles, and lancets are accepted for disposal at

• Florida Department of Health, 224 SE 24th St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-334-7900

• Alachua County Health Department, 15530 US-441 #10010, Alachua, FL 32615, 386-462-2542

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 60), 1200 SE 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-384-3101

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 23), 1600 Fort Clark Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-333-2885

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 80), 2000 SW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32607

• Alachua County Fire Rescue (Warehouse), 5901 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32653

If an individual cannot afford to purchase a sharps container, call Alachua County Social Services at (352) 955-2471.

Shoes (athletic)

tennis shoes, sneakers, gym shoe, fitness shoe, basketball shoes Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: Shoes in good condition are accepted for reuse at










https://www.dampierseptictankgainesville.com/

















Shoes (dress)

dress shoe, lady shoe, ladies shoe, high heel shoe, sandals Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: Dress shoes in good condition are accepted for reuse at











Sell: Local locations that pay for used dress shoes

• Flashback Recycled Fashions, 220 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-3752

• Plato’s Closet, 3441 W. University Ave. #B, Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-374-4402

Repair: Shoes can be repaired at

• Alligator Shoe Repair, 3448 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-338-1414

• Flick of The Wrist Shoe Repair, 352-792-3964

Shredded Paper

shredded office paper Shredded paper is accepted for recycling in the Gainesville recycling program; however, all shredded paper must be placed inside a closed paper bag and labeled "Shredded Paper" on the outside of the bag.



NO plastic or bubble envelopes

Private Drop-off Locations: Clean, dry papers are accepted for recycling at

• ARC of Alachua County, 3303 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-334-4060 x133



Shredded Services: For confidential papers, contact a local document destruction company that can shred your materials for a fee

• ARC of Alachua County, 352-334-4060 x133 • Recycling Services of America, 352-379-5797 • Tacachale Recycling, 352-955-5506 • Shred XxPress, 352-484-0976












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https://www.platoscloset.com/location/gainesville-fl/

https://flick-of-the-wrist.business.site/





Sinks (porcelain)

ceramic sinks, porcelain sinks

Donate: Accepts material for reuse at






• Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 location

Six-pack Rings (plastic)

6-pack ring, soda can rings



Smoke Detectors

battery-operated or electrical smoke detectors

Return: Mail old or defective smoke detectors back to the original manufacturing company. By federal law, manufactures are required to accepted back smoke detectors for disposal. Look for the manufacturer’s information on the bottom or inside of the smoke detector, or in the instruction material.

• Dicon Global Inc., 1-800-387-4219 (accepts smoke detector brands American Sensors, Garrison, North American Detectors, and TEN-TEK)

• BRK Brands, Inc., 1-800-265-5671 (accepts smoke detector brands BRK, and First Alert)








Sports & Exercise Equipment

exercise equipment, fitness equipment, golf clubs, gloves, soccer balls, footballs, basketball balls, bats, gloves, helmets, yoga mats, jump ropes, free weights

Sell: Used sports and exercise equipment in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Sell: Local locations that pay and trade sporting equipment

• Play It Again Sports, 3425 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-377-7666

Donate: New and gently used sporting equipment is accepted at












Steel Cans

metal cans, tin cans, tin, soup cans, pet food cans, coffee cans, vegetable cans, aerosol cans Rinse out cans before recycling





NO scrap metal NO stainless steel water bottles or thermoses

Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:


Storage Bags (plastic)

sandwich bags, food storage bags, Ziploc type bags



Reuse: Rinse out bags and reuse

https://www.playitagainsports.com/locations/gainesville-fl












Tar (roof & driveway)

driveway sealer, roofing tar




Televisions

CRTs, tvs, monitor, flat-screen, cathode-ray tubes




Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of electronic items.

To make an Electronics Recycling collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:



Thermometers (mercury)

mercury-containing devices, temperature gauges




Thermostats (mercury)

mercury switches, mercury-containing devices, temperature gauges, air conditioner controllers, non-digital thermostats






Tires (auto)

car tires, automobile tires, trailer tires, motorcycle tires, scooter tires, moped tires Not accepted for recycling curbside



Tires (bicycle)

bicycle tire Not accepted for recycling curbside




Toilets (porcelain)

ceramic toilets, porcelain toilets



• Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 location

Toys

action figures, games, toy cars, blocks, stuffed animals, swing sets, playsets, playhouses, dolls Not accepted for recycling curbside

Donate: Gently used and new toys are accepted at

• Child Advocacy Center, Inc., 500 E. University Ave. #A, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-376-9161

Sell: Used toys in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Trailers

campers, travel trailer, boat trailer

Sell: Trailers in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal (call first)






https://www.childadvocacycentergainesville.org/




Transmission Fluid

transmission oil, car fluid, engine fluid





• Advance Auto Parts, 6 locations in the Gainesville area

• AutoZone, 3 locations in the Gainesville area • Pep Boys, 7725 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville,

FL 32606, 352-332-6003


Trees (disposal)

branches, tree limbs, tree trunks, tree stumps Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed

Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Branches can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.



Public/Private Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at

• Leveda Brown Environmental Park, (FEES MAY APPLY)

Removal: Local companies that provide collection and recycling of oversized limbs, branches, and stumps for a fee

• Dowling Tree Service, 352-374-7944 • Gaston Tree Debris Recycling, 352-378-9133 • Gator Tree Service, 352-367-0017 • SkyFrog Tree Service, 352-727-4330 • Thatcher's Tree Service, 352269-1972 • WCA of Florida, 352-377-0800

Trees (report fallen trees)

downed trees, storm debris

Report: Fallen trees located on the roadside or public right-of-way call

• County Roads - Alachua County Road & Bridges at 352-374-5245 x215

• City Streets - City of Gainesville Parks Division, 352-393-8187

Report: Fallen trees on power lines call with the Gainesville area

• Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU), 352-334-2871



https://www.pepboys.com/auto-care/maintenance/dispose-of-car-waste



https://gatortreeservice.com/

https://gastontdr.com/


https://www.skyfrogtreeservice.com/

https://www.treeservicesgainesvillefl.com/


Vacuum Cleaners

Vacuums

Repair: Vacuums can be repaired at

• National Vacuum, 2225 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-3333

• National Vacuum, 504 NW 75th St., Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-332-2222




Vehicles (cars)

cars, trucks, vans, motorcycles, campers, boats Text…

Donate: Vehicles in good condition are accepted for reuse at






Video Game Consoles (electronics) Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo, Genesis, Wii, Atari, game cartridges





Sell: Used video game consoles and game cartridges in good working condition can be sold through online sites.

Window Glass

glass windows, sliding doors, shower doors, glass tabletops Be sure to place masking tape in a grid pattern across large glass items. This will help prevent the glass from shattering during collection.

Disposal: This item is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville's Residential Bulk Item Collection Program

Disposal Drop-off: Take to any of the Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations

http://nationalvac.com/

http://nationalvac.com/








Wood Debris (tree removal)

branches, tree limbs, tree trunks, tree stumps, wood pallets Text…




Commercial & Private Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at


• Gaston Tree Debris Recycling, 4190 NW 93rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-378-9133 (FEES MAY APPLY)



Wrapping Paper

gift wrap, wrapping paper sheets Remove bows and ribbons

Accepted for Recycling (remove bows and ribbons)

Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County


NO glossy or foil type paper NO paper with glitter

Donate: Rolls of unused wrapping paper are accepted for reuse at














Yard Waste (yard debris)

yard debris, yard trash, leaves, branches, grass clippings, sticks, twigs, Spanish moss, mover clippings, weeds, flowers, bushes Branches may be set out curbside for collection in small piles near the curb. Branches can be no longer than 5 feet in length, no larger than 8 inches in diameter, or weigh no more than 40 pounds per piece.




Commercial & Private Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at


• Gaston Tree Debris Recycling, 4190 NW 93rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-378-9133 (FEES MAY APPLY)



Yarn & String

balls of yarn, pieces of string Not accepted for recycling curbside















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