Please follow these tips in order to keep our recycling program successful. Remember recycling is mandatory.

• All containers (glass, metal, plastic & waxy coated milk cartons are recyclable). Rinse clean, remove lids, labels & flatten if possible. Place all containers loose in bin, including cartons (not in individual bags).
• Only clean, unbroken glass jars & bottles are recyclable. (No broken glass, glassware, cookware, ceramics, light bulbs or window panes.)
• Plastic jugs & bottles containing the recycling emblem numbered 1-7 are recyclable. (No plastic bags, lids, trays, auto fluid containers of any kind, styrofoam or unmarked items).
• Clean aluminum foil & metal cans are recyclable. Rinse, remove labels & flatten. (No spray paint or auto fluid, motor oil cans; no cookware).
• Place all papers, catalogs, telephone books & small cardboard boxes in PAPER grocery bags, or bundled. (No plastic bags, soiled papers or hardcover books).
• Cardboard boxes including clean pizza boxes must be flattened and secured in manageable bundles.
• Items not accepted include soiled papers, frozen good containers, egg cartons, household hazardous waste, medical waste, plastic bags.

If you have any questions, call the Village of Johnson City refuse department at 797-3031