Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Reed City, Michigan
About This Location
The Reed City Recycling Center, operated as Recycle of Osceola County at 531 E. Lincoln Ave., is the City of Reed City's designated public drop-off site for recyclable materials. Serving Osceola County residents and businesses, this facility accepts materials including cardboard—which the city specifically encourages residents to bring here rather than put in trash bags—along with other common recyclables. The center is open on weekdays only, with morning hours on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and afternoon hours on Tuesday and Thursday; it is closed on weekends. There is no phone number currently listed for the drop-off center itself; for general city services, Reed City City Hall can be reached at (231) 832-2245.
What Recycling Center Accepts
Related recycling guides: Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
For household hazardous waste, visit the Osceola-Lake Conservation District at osceolalakecd.org. Clothing is encouraged to be donated to a local non-profit rather than recycled here.
Fees
- General drop-off — No fee information found; likely free for residents
Access & restrictions
Public drop-off recycling center open to residents and businesses. · Walk-in (no appointment) · No appointment required. The facility is operated by Recycle of Osceola County. The City of Reed City references it as the community drop-off point.
Programs & events
- Tire and Electronic Recycling Events — The Osceola-Lake Conservation District periodically hosts tire and electronics recycling events at 531 E Lincoln Ave (Recycle of Osceola County). Check osceolalakecd.org for scheduled dates.
- Household Hazardous Waste Collection — The City of Reed City directs residents to the Osceola-Lake Conservation District (osceolalakecd.org) for HHW disposal events.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What days and times is the Reed City Recycling Center open?
The center is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Tuesday and Thursday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. It is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Can I drop off cardboard at this recycling center instead of putting it in my trash bags?
Yes. The City of Reed City specifically encourages residents to stack, tie, and bring clean cardboard directly to the recycling center at 531 E. Lincoln Ave. rather than placing it in prepaid trash bags.
Does the recycling center accept household garbage or yard waste?
No. Standard bagged household garbage, kitchen food waste, and yard waste (including grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and branches) are explicitly not accepted at this facility.
Where can Reed City residents dispose of household hazardous waste or tires?
The City of Reed City directs residents to the Osceola-Lake Conservation District (osceolalakecd.org) for household hazardous waste and tire disposal events. These events are sometimes held at the recycling center location itself.
Is this a public drop-off center or a private hauler/broker?
This is a public drop-off recycling center operated by Recycle of Osceola County, designated by the City of Reed City as the community recycling drop-off site. No appointment is needed.
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