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Recycling Division

The Recycling Division offers curbside recycling for residential homes and dwellings 4-plex and under. Curbside customers must reside within city limits. The Drop Off Center is free and open to the public. Materials that meet guidelines and arrive at the recycling facility will be recycled as all materials have a strong, domestic market and are sent to mills right here in the United States.

For accommodations viewing files or documents, please contact the Recycling Division. 

Services Offered 

The Multi-Stream Recycling program consists of a truck and trailer unit and operators that collect recyclable materials by hand. Customers sort material into five categories and place on the curb in bags or personal bins for collection. Access the Multi-Stream Recycling Guidelines

The Trash & Dual Stream Recycling Program is the City's newest program which offers city residents curbside recycling and seasonal yard waste collection as a part of residential trash service. The new recycling program operates utilizing automated trucks and provides streamlined service to a greater number of residents. Access the Dual Stream Recycling & Yard Waste Compost Guidelines

The City is transitioning from multi-stream recycling collection to automated recycling collection, phasing in areas over time to allow the growth of fleet, facility, and inventory. Residents will receive notice by mail when automated recycling expands to each neighborhood. 

The Recycling Division also operates a free Drop Off Center. The drop off is open to the public Monday through Saturday and greets thousands of visitors monthly. An attendant is always available to assist or answer questions. Access the Drop Off Recycling Guidelines

Please be sure to check the recycling guidelines for in-depth descriptions of acceptable and prohibited material for each program. Thank you for recycling responsibly!

Visit the Hard to Recycle Materials webpage to find alternative drop off locations for materials not accepted in City recycling programs.

Questions?

Contact the Recycling Division at 970-256-4136 or recycling@gjcity.org

Not sure which route your neighborhood is in? Find out on our Interactive Recycling Map

Curious about our achievements from the past year? Check out the 2025 Annual Report

Contact Us

  1. Trash and Recycling 

    Service Selection: 970-244-1570

    Recycling Division: 970-256-4136
    Email: recycling@gjcity.org

    Office Hours:
    Monday - Friday
    7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

    Recycling Center Drop-Off Hours:
    333 West Avenue

    Monday - Friday
    7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

    Saturday
    9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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