Olmsted Township PRINT
Township
Service Department: (440)235-1011
Republic Services provides weekly curbside recycling for township residents. Combine cups (aluminum, paper and some plastic), cans, cardboard, cartons, glass, paper and boxes plus plastic bottles, jugs and tubs loose (unbagged) in the provided wheeled cart. Recycling is processed at Republic Services Lorain County Resource Recovery Complex in Oberlin.
See the list below for recycling and collection programs in Olmsted Township.
Aluminum Cups
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of aluminum cups. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Items must be empty, clean and dry. Discard lids and straws.
Cans
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of metal cans. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Items must be empty, clean and dry.
Cardboard
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of cardboard. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Cardboard must be clean and dry. Empty and flatten boxes.
Cartons
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of cartons. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Items must be empty, clean and dry. Discard cap and flatten.
Cups (Paper and/or Plastic)
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of paper cups and plastic cups. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Items must be empty, clean and dry. Discard lids and straws.
Glass Bottles and Jars
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of glass bottles and jars. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Items must be empty, clean and dry. Place lids loose in recycling.
Paper and Boxes
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of paper and boxes. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Paper must be clean and dry. Empty and flatten boxes.
Plastic Bottles and Jugs
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of plastic bottles and jugs. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Items must be empty, clean and dry. Replace cap or lid.
Plastic Tubs
Olmsted Township has curbside recycling of plastic tubs. There is also a drop-off at the township service garage on the first Saturday, second Wednesday and fourth Wednesday of the month. Items must be empty, clean and dry. Replace cap or lid.
Christmas Trees
In Olmsted Township, Republic Waste will collect Christmas trees year-round with regular yard waste. Remove all decorations, tinsel, ornaments and lights.
Computers and Electronics
Olmsted Township has a year-round drop off for computer equipment on first Saturdays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, and second and fourth Wednesdays from 7:00 AM-2:00 PM at the township service garage. No TVs accepted.
Holiday Lights
Olmsted Township has a year-round drop off for holiday lights on first Saturdays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, and second and fourth Wednesdays from 7:00 AM-2:00 PM at the township service garage.
Paper Shredding Services
In 2024, Olmsted Township has shred events scheduled for April 20 and October 19. Call the township service garage for details.
Plastic Bags
Do you #BYOBags every time you shop? Learn more about reducing plastic waste in Olmsted Township, including tips on how to remember your reusable bags. Recycle plastic bags at a plastic film drop-off near you.
Scrap Metal
Olmsted Township has a year-round drop off for scrap metal on first Saturdays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, and second and fourth Wednesdays from 7:00 AM-2:00 PM at the township service garage.
Tires
Olmsted Township has a year-round drop off for scrap tires on first Saturdays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, and second and fourth Wednesdays from 7:00 AM-2:00 PM at the township service garage. Automotive only (20" or less) and no tires on rims.
Flags
Olmsted Township has a drop box for distressed American flags. Drop off flags year-round at the Olmsted Township Fire Department.
Household Hazardous Waste
Olmsted Township has a year-round drop off for household hazardous waste on first Saturdays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, and second and fourth Wednesdays from 7:00 AM-2:00 PM at the township service garage. No latex paint.
Medications
Olmsted Township Police Department has a medication drop box. No liquids, needles or syringes.