Residential Recycling Program
Recycling in Oregon is getting an upgrade! The launch of RecycleOn Oregon will help Oregonians know what and how to recycle. Things like more people being able to recycle, less contamination, and clearer guidance are on the way.
Learn What You Can Recycle ↓What to Expect
New recycling carts are coming to Roseburg Disposal residential customers. Here's how the rollout works.
April
Recycling Carts Delivered
New recycling carts will be delivered to all Roseburg Disposal residential customers throughout the month of April. Keep an eye out for your new cart!
May
Curbside Recycling Begins
Curbside recycling collection officially starts in May. Place your new cart at the curb on your regular pickup day with accepted materials inside — empty and dry.
How to Place Your Cart at the Curb
Proper cart placement helps our drivers collect your recyclables safely and efficiently. Make sure to place out on the curb, not in driveway.
What Can I Recycle?
Recycling only the items accepted in your community helps the system run smoothly, reduces costs, and ensures more materials get turned into new products. All items must be empty and dry.
Plastic Bottles, Tubs, Jugs & Rigid Plant Pots
Caps are OK if screwed on. All items must be at least 2 inches by 2 inches or larger.
Rinse containers — no food residue.
Aluminum & Steel Cans
Beverage cans, food cans (like soup and vegetables), and empty aerosol cans.
Empty and dry — rinse out food cans.
Cardboard & Cartons
Flattened cardboard, packaging boxes, and food and beverage cartons (such as milk and juice cartons).
No food residue or frozen food boxes.
Paper
Newspaper, magazines, mail, office paper, and paper bags are all accepted.
No paper towels or napkins.
Do NOT Put These in Your Recycling Cart
Placing the wrong items in your cart can damage equipment and contaminate good recyclables. When in doubt, leave it out.
Plastic Bags & Stretchy Plastics
These tangle in sorting equipment. Take them to a RecycleOn Center or retailer drop-off instead.
Batteries
Batteries can start fires at recycling facilities. Find safe disposal options at batterynetwork.org.
Food & Liquids
Dirty containers spoil other recyclables. Pour liquids down the drain and compost food waste when possible.
Hoses, Cords & Wires
These wrap around recycling machinery and cause shutdowns. Contact your hauler for disposal options.
Non-Recyclable Plastics
Utensils, straws, and clamshell containers are not accepted. For now, these go in the garbage.
Frozen Food Boxes
The protective coating on frozen food packaging reduces recyclability. Put these in the garbage.
Electronics
These need special handling. Visit Oregon E-Cycles to find recycling options near you.
Clothing & Textiles
Fabric jams sorting equipment. Donate wearable clothing or check with local textile recyclers.
Diapers & Medical Waste
These create unsafe conditions for recycling workers. Contact your hauler or local government for disposal.
Glass Bottles & Jars
Glass is not accepted in your recycling cart. Please take glass bottles and jars directly to the landfill for proper disposal.
Recycle Right — Tips for Success
A few simple habits can make a big difference in keeping recycling clean and effective.
Before You Place Items in Your Cart
- Empty and dry — pour out all liquids and shake out food before recycling containers.
- No bagged recyclables — place items directly into your cart, never in plastic bags.
- Flatten cardboard — break down boxes so they fit in the cart and leave room for other materials.
- Caps on bottles — screw caps back onto plastic bottles and jugs before recycling.
- When in doubt, leave it out — putting the wrong item in your cart can contaminate an entire load of recyclables.
Recycling in Our Community
See how Roseburg Disposal is making recycling easier for Central Douglas County.
