St. Charles County Recycling Center

Recycle Works - Central
60 South Triad Dri ve • St. Charles, MO 63304

Monday through Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. • 636) 949- 7415
Closed Sundays and holidays.
Cash and checks accepted.

*NOTE: Appointments needed for household chemicals ONLY.

Recycle Works Central complements curbside recycling programs by accepting hard to handle items typically not collected at your curb:
Antifreeze
Accepted from residents only in non-returnable plastic containers.
Appliances
Note: Deliver refrigerators, air conditioners and freezers intact. Freon is removed by certified technicians and collected on site

NOTICE: Effective February 1, 2004; Ordinance No 03-179
APPLIANCE FEES: $15.00 per appliance, LIMIT 5. Ask attendant for receipt
Washers, dryers, water heaters, trash compactors, dishwashers, microwave ovens, dehumidifiers, ranges, stoves, air conditioners, refrigerators, furnaces and freezers.
Batteries
All intact, used batteries are accepted, including rechargeable, alkaline, automobile batteries, etc. For cracked or leaking car batteries, call (636) 949-7900 ext. 4271 for hazardous waste collections (appointment required).
Cardboard
Corrugated cardboard. Keep materials separate from paper.
Cartridges
Toner cartridges, ink jet cartridges and fax cartridges.
Clothing & Textiles
Used socks, hats, shoes, belts, purses, backpacks, t-shirts, coats, jackets, clothing, draperies, towels, sheets and bedspreads.
Computers and Electronics
NOTICE: Effective February 1, 2004 Ordinance No 03-179
*ELECTRONIC FEES $5.00 per unit for the following:
Televisions . Monitors . Printers . Scanners . Typewriters . Copiers . Fax Machines
Computer Equipment: Cell Phones & Equipment: Small Electronics:

Computers

Wireless handsets

TVs*

Monitors*

Chargers

VCRs

Keyboards

Batteries

DVD players

Mouses

Ear buds, etc.

Stereos

Fax machine*

 

Clock radios

Printers *  

Video games, etc.

Scanners and copiers*    
Laptops*    
Typewriters*
Cell phones are recycled as part of the Verizon Wireless HopeLine Program, where refurbished phones are donated to victims of domestic violence.
Fluorescent Tubes
Accepted from residents only (by law we cannot accept from businesses, schools, or governments). If tubes are broken, please call (636) 949-7900 ext. 4271 for hazardous waste collections (appointment required).
Household Chemicals
FREE and available to St. Charles County residents April through October! Appointment required for all items below, except those with an asterisk *. Limits may apply; proof of residency required.

Learn how to tell if a product is hazardous and get safer alternatives to common hazardous products.
    Instructions for Chemical Collections:

  1. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
    Gather the types and quantities of items you have and call (636) 949-7900 ext. 4271 any time March through mid-October to schedule an appointment.

  2. HOW TO PACK YOUR WASTE
    • Do not mix wastes.
    • Leave material in its original container, with the label intact.
    • Items not in original packaging should be clearly labeled with contents. Mixed waste in plastic bags will NOT be accepted.
    • Be sure the lid is secure.
    • Place the product inside a box lined with newspaper (fill gaps to prevent spills during transport).
    • Place in the trunk of your vehicle.

  3. AT THE COLLECTION
    4. Please remain in your vehicle at all times for your safety.
Accepted:
Aerosols Herbicides Sealants
Antifreeze* Oil/Filters* Solvents
Batteries* Paint/Stain Thermometers
Brake fluid Pesticides Thermostats
Fluorescent tubes* Poison Transmission fluid*
Gas/Fuel Pool chemicals  

Not accepted:
Business/Government waste Medical wastes Radioactive wastes
Explosives/Ammunition Pressurized gas tanks Tires
Mixed Fiber
Newspaper, magazines, junk mail, envelopes, colored paper, manila envelopes, white office paper, message slips, computer paper, cereal boxes, dry food boxes, etc.
Material can be mixed together. If you need assistance please consult with site attendant.
Motor Oil
Accepted from residents only, in nonreturnable plastic containers no larger than two gallon capacity. Limit ten gallons per visit. Oil and transmission fluid can be mixed. If cleaning fluids or solvents are in the oil, please call (636) 949-7900 ext. 4271 for hazardous waste collection (appointment required).
Telephone Books
Separate from paper and cardboard.
Transmission & Hydraulic Fluid
Accepted from individuals only, in non-returnable plastic containers no larger than two gallon capacity. Limit ten gallons per visit. If cleaning fluids or solvents are mixed with it, please call (636) 949-7900 ext. 4264 for hazardous waste collections (appointment required).
   

For curbside recycling or yard waste collection service, contact your city hall or a licensed trash hauler. All trash hauling companies are required by county ordinance to offer curbside collection, regardless of where you live.

*All material becomes the property of the County. We reserve the right to change fees, not accept, or stop accepting any items listed at any time and without advance notice.

Mailing Address & Office
St. Charles County Division of Environmental Services
201 N Second Street, Room 537
St. Charles, MO 63301

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(636) 949-7415 for recycling, education, administration
(636) 949-7519 fax
E-mail: dchristens@sccmo.org

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