Recycling Ordinance Summary

Recycling Office: 726-7999

-The purpose of the RecyclingOrdinance is to establish rules for the implementation of recycling to:

·extend the life of landfills

·conserve natural resources

·salvage materials for reprocessing

·conserve energy

·improve the environment

-The Ordinance outlines the mandatory separation of recyclable materials from garbage including:

·lead acid batteries

·major appliances

·waste oil

·yard waste

·aluminum containers

·cardboard

·glass containers

·magazines

·newspaper

·office paper

·#1 and #2 plastic containers

·steel and bi-metal containers

·waste tires

-The Ordinance applies to municipalities where Chippewa County has been designated as the Responsible Unit.

-Local municipalities shall establish a system of regularly scheduled collections and/or establish drop-off centers.

-Chippewa County shall respond to all complaints regarding violations of the recycling ordinance.

-Reports of violations to the Recycling Ordinance can be reported to the Recycling Office at 726-7999.