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The City of Independence provides weekly curbside recycling for city residents. Combine aluminum cups, cans, cartons, glass, paper and boxes plus plastic bottles and jugs loose (unbagged) in the provided wheeled cart. Recycling is processed at Kimble Transfer & Recycling in Twinsburg. See the list below for other recycling drop-offs and collection programs in Independence.
Cuyahoga County mixed recycling flyer (PDF) Kimble Co. recycling flyer (PDF)
City: 216.524.4131 Service Dept: 216.524.9191
In-Home Recycling
This program is operated by Aluminum Cans for Burned Children of Northeast Ohio. Drop off for aluminum cans only at the Independence Fire Station. Cans must be empty, clean and dry.
6305 Selig Road, Independence
Other Recycling Recycling
Independence picks up all cut trees curbside on regular rubbish/recycle pick up days. The trees are chipped and processed at the city's compost site. Remove all tinsel, ornaments and lights.
Independence has a special curbside collection on Fridays. Call the city service department to schedule a pick up. No TVs accepted.
Proper Disposal
Independence has a special curbside collection on Fridays. Call the city service department to schedule a pick up. No latex paint.
Drop box at Independence Police Department. No liquids, needles or syringes.
6800 Brecksville Road, Independence
Independence has a drop-off at the Independence Primary School. Cardboard must be empty, clean and dry. Flatten boxes.
7600 Hillside Road
In 2022, Independence has shred events scheduled for (dates TBA). Call city hall for details.
Independence has a special curbside collection the first three Fridays in September. Automotive only (20" or less) and no tires on rims. Call the city service department to schedule a pick up.
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