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1. What do I do with sensitive and shredded documents?

The new All-In-One program does not replace existing services for confidential or sensitive shredded documents. As such, continue to treat confidential or sensitive documents as you have previously. Non-confidential or sensitive shredded documents may be placed in the All-In-One bins. However, they must be contained in a paper bag with the top rolled closed.

2. Why don't the blue bins have liners?

For one, liners create more waste. Further, they clog up the recycling separators and sorters at the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF). Finally, contamination can send materials perfectly suited for recycling to the landfill. All-In-One blue bins with no liners reinforce the action of placing only acceptable, cleaned and rinsed materials in them. Please be thoughtful when placing materials in the blue bins. Please help us keep contamination to a minimum for program success.

3. What happens to All-In-Once recyclables after they are collected?

All-In-One recyclables are baled as a conglomerate and sent to a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Washington. MRF's are specialized plants that receive, separate and prepare recyclable materials for marketing to end-user manufacturers.

4. Can I keep my old trash can? Why do they all look the same?

Bin coloring and sizing consistency fosters easy understanding, increased recycling and lowers contamination. In short, blue = All-In-One recycling and Black = Landfill. Further, it supports the proper collection and maximum respect for our custodial staff from Opportunity Resources, Inc.