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Town of Oregon Recycling Center (TORC)
Recycling Information
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Why?
Money Saved on Landfill Costs
Money Returned from Recyclables
Landfill Space Saved
Environment Improved
Energy Saved
Community Beautified
Resources Conserved
50-70% of solid wastes are RECYCLABLE! |
What?
Glass
Aluminum Cans
Tin/Steel Cans
Newsprint
Magazines
Cardboard
Plastic
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How?
Rinse - Remove Covers - Separate
Green/Blue OR Brown/Yellow OR Clear
Rinse - May Be Crushed
Rinse - Remove Label - Open Ends and Flatten
Bundled-Tied
Bundled - Tied or in Brown Sack
Flattened - Tied
Remove Covers - Rinse - Crush
Recycle #1 and #2 ONLY!
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Other Recyclables & Resources
Tires - Pay Attendant First @$2/tire
Fluorescent Light Bulbs - See Attendant (One Punch per Bulb)
Compost - Yard Waste
Burn Pad - Clean Wood Products
Appliances, Large Furniture - See Attendant (Fee)
Waste Oil |
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Non-Recyclables & Resources
Wet Garbage
Styrofoam
Pyrex
Waxed Paper Products
Carbon
Window Glass
Ceramics
Incandescent Light Bulbs
Disposable Diapers
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Permits Required
In order to use the Town of Oregon Recycling Center you must have a
Vehicle ID on the windshield of your vehicle. These permits are
available at the Town Hall Office only
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In addition you must pay for each bag of
unrecyclable waste. Punchcards are available at the TORC site or
the Town Hall Office. |
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