Portland and the federal government

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Why "tanglers" should never go in your recycling bin

Plastic bags, rope, cords and clothing all wreak havoc at the recycling facility.

Blog post

Plastic bags, bubble wrap, hose, and extension cord.

Yes, your plastic really does get recycled (If you follow the rules)

We answer the question, “Is my plastic really getting recycled?” For Portlanders the answer is, yes, as long as you follow the recycling guidelines.

Blog post

Plastic recycling process, from bottle, to shredded plastics, to new bottles.

Garbage service delays due to snow and ice

In case of snow or ice, leave garbage, recycling, and compost carts at the curb. They will be emptied as soon as it is safe to do so.

Updated News article

Garbage, recycling and compost bin on street with snow piled on top of each.

New garbage day reminders: Easy, convenient, and free

Download the Portland Garbage Day Reminder app, or sign up for email, text, or phone call reminders. Plus, get a customized printable calendar that shows your home’s pickup day.

Updated News article

Images show a phone with the garbage day reminder app open, a laptop with a garbage day reminder email on the screen, a cell phone with garbage day reminder text messages shown, and a black landline phone to represent reminders by phone call.

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