Home Recycling

In Onondaga County, recycling often starts with a recycling bin. It provides residents with an easy way to collect recyclables and put them out to the curb, ensuring those items end up in the right place. Since we have single-stream recycling in Onondaga County, you should put loose recyclable paper, glass, metal, and plastic containers in the same bin. Never put any recyclables (including paper) inside of paper or plastic bags. Bags cannot be opened at the facility where recyclables are sorted. Recyclables trapped inside bags will not be sorted properly and become trash.

Need a new recycling bin?

Blue bins are no longer the preferred method for collecting curbside recyclables. Most municipalities in Onondaga County are transitioning to covered recycling carts on wheels that reduce litter, hold more recyclables and protect materials from damaging rain and snow.

Blue bins are no longer being distributed by OCRRA. A plan to slowly phase out the agency’s blue bin supplies was announced in 2022, to give municipalities and haulers ample time to explore and implement alternatives.

Residents who hire a private hauler who still uses blue bins (not wheeled carts) can contact them for guidance. If your municipality manages curbside recycling collection or contracts with a hauler on your behalf, contact your municipality’s main office for guidance. See the list below for details.

Need to get rid of a recycling bin?

If you need to get rid of a broken blue bin, click here for disposal options.

If you need to get rid of a lidded recycling cart on wheels, see the list below to contact your municipality/hauler for guidance.