City Of Roanoke Offers Friendly Holiday ‘Recycling’ Reminder

Press release from the City of Roanoke:

Posted on: December 24, 2020

During the holiday season, the City of Roanoke asks citizens to please recycle responsibly.

Don’t Recycle:

• Plastic bags
• Shiny wrapping paper
• Christmas cards with glitter or a metallic finish
• Holiday lights or decorations
• Plastic wrap
• Food or pet waste

Do Recycle:

• #1 & #2 plastics
• Colored glass
• Cardboard (please break down cardboard boxes)
• Mixed paper
• Aluminum and steel cans

Christmas trees can be placed at the curb for collection. Remember, only natural trees that are free of tree stands and all trimmings (decorations, ornaments, tinsel and lights) will be collected.

Thank you for your cooperation, and Happy Holidays!

This press release was produced by the City of Roanoke. The views expressed here are the author’s own.