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1. How do I sign up for recycling and how much does it cost?

Come to the Recycling Center during regular business hours and there you will receive three bins, be given a brief overview of the program and be on your way within ten minutes. Recycling fees are included in the taxes paid by Mower County residents. As long as you are a resident of Mower County there is no additional cost to you. Please be prepared to show proof of residency if requested.  Bins may also be picked up at the Public Works building next door (open 7a-4p).

2. How do holidays affect the curbside collection?

Mower County’s recycling schedule is not affected by Monday holidays as pick-up days are only Tuesday through Friday. Legal holidays affected (see schedule) will not be picked up on their normal days but will slide to the next business day. See the schedule for complete details.

Austin Schedule

Small City Schedule

3. Why should I recycle?

We have to do something with the garbage we produce. In 1990 american's produced on average over half a ton of garbage per person every year - about 3.5 pounds per day.

• Burning garbage is not the answer. Incinerators are one of the largest sources of air pollution in most communities, spewing gases that contribute to acid rain, toxic metals and dioxins.
• Common sense - making the most of what we have is an American tradition.
• It's quick - it takes less time then you think. A recent study done for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) showed that the total time used by a household is only 73 minutes per month. You can make a profit on it by selling aluminum. Recycling also saves on natural resources.
• No more space - landfill space is very limited.
• Safety first - Even if all landfills were available, they'd be health and safety hazards. Most landfills were built before safety standards became a priority. They are not equipped to stop toxins from seeping into the groundwater.