Available Publications
The District offers brochures, publications and educational materials about recycling, composting and waste reduction.
The following publications and materials are available from the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District. You can view the PDF or request a hard copy. Contact the Solid Waste District at (216) 443-3749 or submit the publication request form.
Publications for Residents & Businesses
Apartments & Condominiums: A Guide to Recycling and Composting for Multi-Family Housing
Apartment buildings are commercial properties. Generally, municipalities do not provide curbside recycling services to commercial properties including apartment buildings and other multi-family housing units. The responsibility of setting up a recycling program typically rests with property managers, property owners or the boards of condominium and homeowner associations. 6 pages. First edition, August 2020.
PDF download only.
Annual Report & Residential Recycling Report (2023)
Available in early summer of 2024.
Annual Report & Residential Recycling Report (2022)
A summary of programs, data, and activities for the Solid Waste District in 2022. Learn how your community's recycling rate compares to the other communities in Cuyahoga County. 8.5"x11" brochure.
PDF download or request a copy.
Annual Report & Residential Recycling Report (2021)
A summary of programs, data, and activities for the Solid Waste District in 2021.
PDF download or request a copy.
Annual Report & Residential Recycling Report (2020)
A summary of programs, data, and activities for the Solid Waste District in 2020.
PDF download or request a copy.
Annual Report & Residential Recycling Report (2019)
A summary of programs, data, and activities for the Solid Waste District in 2019.
PDF download
BYOBags Vinyl Sticker
Help bring awareness to a clean environment in Cuyahoga County with this 3" round vinyl sticker. Install this durable sticker on hard surfaces like resuable water bottles and laptops. Use it anywhere you want to encourage waste reduction.
BYOBags Vinyl Window Cling
Remember your reusable bags with this 2 x 2" vinyl window cling. Use on car windows, water bottles, mirrors and anywhere you need a quick reminder.
Recycle Right Info Card
A quick reference card explaining the do's and don'ts of curbside recycling, including items that should be recycled elsewhere, disposed of properly or landfilled. 5.5"x8.5" postcard.
PDF download or request a copy.
District Product Cards
Five quick reference cards explaining the products and services offered by the Solid Waste District.
- About the District
- 3R's Education: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (Programs for Youth and Schools)
- Household Hazardous Waste Disposal
- Composting Seminars and Bin Sales
- Recycling Assistance for Businesses and Institutions
Guide to Backyard Composting
Information on making soil-enriching compost by building and maintaining a backyard compost pile with leaves, grass, and other organic materials. 5.5"x8.5" book. Sixth edition, June 2018.
Print copy not available. PDF download of Guide to Backyard Composting
Compost Equipment Reference Card
Details and pricing for compost equipment available for purchase from the Solid Waste District.
Notepads: Recycle Right
Make another list, then recycle it! Use this 8.5 x 5.5" notepad to remember what goes in the recycling cart or bin.
Notepads: Reduce Waste
Make a list, then recycle it! Use this 8.25" x 3.5" notepad for waste reduction reminders every time you head out the door.
Pass It On: A Resource-Full Guide to Donating Usable Stuff
An award-winning guide that lists over 120 community service organizations that accept donations of usable materials to support their work. Use this guide to find a home for your unwanted sporting goods, computers, clothing, gardening tools, office equipment, household goods and more. 8.5"x5.5" book, wire-bound, 84 pages. Eighth edition, printed August 2019.
Due to issues with US Postal Service, the Pass It On book is no longer available by mail. You can download the PDF, pick up a copy at our office or an upcoming event, or send an email to make other arrangements.
Use the dark blue ‘What Do I Do With?’ search bar at the top of every page of this website to find places that take furniture, clothing, toys, art supplies and other household goods. Allow location services or use the city drop-down to find opportunities in your local area.
The ‘What Do I Do With?’ search has the most up-to-date donation information available, and includes all organizations listed in the Pass It On book.
What Do I Do With? Spinner
Our interactive spinner provides answers and options for your most important recycling questions. 9" diameter spinner.
Publications for Teachers & Students
Mission Recycle Newspaper
An interactive guide to help students learn how to reduce, reuse, and recycle correctly in Cuyahoga County. For grades 3-4. 4th edition, Fall 2019.
Mission Recycle Teacher Guide
The teacher guide is a companion piece that includes activities and answers for the Mission Recycle Newspaper.
Poster: How to Pack a Zero-Waste Lunch
Actual poster size is 24" x 36".
Request a copy.
Poster: Landfill Diagram
Actual poster size is 18" x 26".
Poster: Lunchroom Recycling Guide
Actual poster size is 24" x 36".
Request a copy.