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1. What items can I put in my recycling container?

These items can be placed in the recycling container:

• Glass food and beverage bottles and jars (green, brown and clear colors)
• Newspaper (including all advertising inserts)
• Plastic PETE Number 1 and HDPE Number 2 (two liter soda bottles and milk and juice containers)

Look for the numbers (1) and (2) within the recycling arrows on the bottom of the container. Aluminum, Steel and Tin food and beverage cans.

2. Do I need to remove the lids from plastic and glass bottles and jars?

Yes. Please discard all lids with your regular garbage.

3. Do I need to rinse my recyclables?

Yes. A light rinse helps remove contaminates from the recyclables. Clean material has more value. Rinsing will also reduce odor buildup in your recycling container.

4. How can I get the little black insert replaced?

The City has phased out the use of the insert. Please combine all your recyclables into the blue container. The recycling crews will sort the material at the curb.

5. I am a new resident and do not have a recycling container, or I need to have my recycling container replaced. How can I get one?

If you should need a recycling container or if your current container is damaged and needs replacing, please call the Utility Billing Division at 727-369-0690 and one will be delivered to your home. Note: The recycling container is the property of the City of Pinellas Park and must remain with the property should you move or transfer your utility service.

6. How can I recycle if I am a commercial business?

The City strongly encourages businesses to recycle. If your business would like to begin a recycling program, please call the Utility Billing Division at 727-369-0690 to set up recycling collection service through the City's waste hauler or you may choose one on your own.