Recycling is mandatory in the City of Rochester and items are to be placed in the recycle containers provided by the City. If you are in need of a recycle bin, or if you have any questions about recycling materials, stop by City Hall or call at (248) 651-9061.
If you would like to purchase a larger recyling bin please visit City Hall or fill out and return the
Recyling Container Order Form. The City has 35 gallon and 65 gallon recyling bins avaliable for purchase.
Residents may now recycle clean white paper and white computer paper. Residents should bundle the paper with twine or string or place in a paper bag and deposit in their bins for recycling collection. Staples are acceptable, but paper clips must be removed.
The following are examples of what should be recycled:
- Aluminum and tin cans, clean aluminum foil products
- Green, clear and brown glass
- Paper, junk mail, and cardboard cereal and food boxes
- Corrugated cardboard (cut into two-foot square pieces)
- No. 1 and No. 2 plastics
- Small scrap metal
- Household batteries