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recycling garbage/ paper, glass, metal & plastic not recyClable or compostable Recycling is collected weekly by the city of El Cerrito. More information: [PHONE REDACTED] • www.ecrecycling.org Green waste is collected weekly by East Bay Sanitary. More information: [PHONE REDACTED] Garbage is collected weekly by East Bay Sanitary. More information: [PHONE REDACTED] landfill magazines newspaper office paper cardboard junk mail cup lids cereal boxes all metal cans aluminum tin cans scrap metal glass bottles glass jars all plastic bottles all plastic tubs yogurt containers hard plastic plastic food containers plastic bags, bagged Green waste & Food scraps vegetables fruits meat & bones breads cheese eggshells paper cups, napkins & paper plates paper food wrappers tea bags coffee grounds & filters paper milk cartons leaves small branches plant trimmings grass clippings food packaging meat trays juice boxes juice pouches broken glassware broken dishware incandescent bulbs painted wood snack bags and wrappers diapers animal waste used tissues service details Mandatory Commercial and Multi-Family Recycling Starting July 1st 2012, all businesses and multi-family buildings who produce 4 or more cubic yards of waste per week will be required to recycle. Set up recycling at your business today — see contact information below. Food Scrap Collection Businesses and multi-family buildings can further reduce waste by adding food scrap collection service. Intead of ending up in a landfill, collected food scraps are composted and used as a soil amendment. Collection Details El Cerrito Environmental Services and East Bay Sanitary collect recyclables, green waste, and garbage from businesses and multi-family units using a variety of containers. Choices include carts, dumpsters, and roll-off bins. Unsure of which size you need? See contact information below. Need help? The City of El Cerrito provides free assessments, training, and materials to help get your business and apartment recycling and composting green waste and food scraps. Contact us today to set up an appointment: City of El Cerrito: [EMAIL REDACTED] or call [PHONE REDACTED] East Bay Sanitary: [PHONE REDACTED] ! NO batteries, fluorescent bulbs, electronics or hazardous waste in any collection container. see back panels for information on proper disposal or recycling of these items. green waste, food & food-soiled paper ---PAGE BREAK--- One-stop Recycling Center Recycle almost anything at the El Cerrito Recycling + Environmental Resource CenteR photos by David Wakely more services Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop off HHW at the West Contra Costa Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. Rates apply. Visit www.recyclemore.com or call [PHONE REDACTED] for more information on rates and hours. The El Cerrito Recycling Center also accepts some types of HHW. See left panels for more information. Bulk Loads: Transfer Stations For drop-off of bulk loads of garbage, green waste, or construction debris. Rates apply. Richmond: The Golden Bear Transfer Station is located at 1C Parr Blvd., Richmond, CA 94804, just west of the Richmond Parkway. 510- 970-7260. Berkeley: 1201 Second Street— just off the Gilman Street freeway exit. [PHONE REDACTED]. Other Bulky Pickup Services from EBS EBS can collect and haul other materials from your business, including mattresses, sofas, chairs, TVs, large appliances and more. Special rates apply. Call for 237- 4321 for details. Reusables Please donate usable goods to a local charity or at the Recycling Center. Or, try listing them on freecycle.org or craigslist.org. “Recycle Where?” Search for recycling and disposal instructions based on your location. See recyclewhere.org. Rates See www.ecrecycling.org for current rates. contact information City of El Cerrito Environmental Services: [PHONE REDACTED], www.ecrecycling.org East bay sanitary: [PHONE REDACTED] Hazardous waste facility: [PHONE REDACTED] recyclemore: [PHONE REDACTED], www.recyclemore.com Where can I recycle... Location: 7501 Schmidt Lane El Cerrito, CA [PHONE REDACTED] hours Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Saturday–Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. www.ecrecycling.org Closed on all major holidays and observances. special events & Tours The Center holds frequent tours and other special events such as compost giveaways, paper shredding, hazardous waste collection and more. Visit www.ecrecycling.org, call [PHONE REDACTED] or visit the Center for details. Other Services: The Recycling and Environmental Resource Center also provides recycled mulch and compost for sale, onsite educational opportunities and other resources provided by the City of El Cerrito Environmental Services Division. Questions? Visit www.ecrecycling.org or call [PHONE REDACTED]. The El Cerrito Recycling + Environmental Resource Center offers community members a convenient way to reduce their environmental footprint. The Center is a one-stop shop for reuse and recycling. It’s also the hub of El Cerrito’s environmental programs and activities, from energy efficiency and climate action to urban greening. As a LEED facility that features a zero-net energy building, recycled rain-water catchment, rain gardens, native plantings and reused building materials, the Center is a living model of sustainability. Come visit! accepted items: • Appliances (no CFCs) • Art, school & office supplies • Aseptic packaging • Batteries— household and auto • Bicycles and parts • Books and magazines • Building materials, used • Cardboard • Carpet (for a fee) • CDs, DVDs, tapes • Clothing and hangers • Cotton textiles • Electronic waste, all • Eyeglasses • Fluorescent bulbs: CFLs and tubes • Food donations • Garden pots • Glass bottles • Glass—plate glass • Metal—scrap metal • Microwaves • Milk and juice cartons • Motor oil and filters • Newspaper • Packaging supplies • Paint (coming late 2012) • Pallets • Paper, mixed • Paper, office • Pharmaceuticals and sharps in approved con- tainers • Plastics (all kinds, including bagged plastic bags & film plastics) • foam blocks, white only • Oil—motor oil & filters • Oil—used cooking oil • Reusable household items • Sporting goods • Tools and hardware • Toys and games • Unwanted mail • And more! NOT ACCEPTED: • Ballasts • Construction debris • Explosives • Garbage • Greenwaste, dirt • Hazardous waste • Large furniture • Refrigerators & air conditioners • Tires everything you ever wanted to know about commercial recycling & Garbage services in el cerrito Para copias de este folleto en español, visite www.ecrecycling.org, llame al [PHONE REDACTED] o vaya personalmente al Centro, 7501 Schmidt Lane. 如需本手冊的英文版本，請瀏覽 www.ecrecycling.org 網頁，致電 [PHONE REDACTED] 或親臨本中心，地址是： 7501 Schmidt Lane Hillside Natural Area Schmidt Lane Potrero Ave. Moeser Lane San Pablo Ave. Richmond St. Lawrence St. Scott St. Rivera St. Cabrillo St. Norvell St. Elm St. Liberty St. Kearney St. Castro Park Portola Dr. Blake St. Gladys Ave. Manila Ave. El Cerrito Community Swim Center Everett St. Navellier St. Cerrito Vista Park E. AShbury Pomona Ave. Waldo Ave. Avis Dr.