Oxygen Tanks
INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT put empty tanks in the trash or recycling bin.
UCRRA encourages residents to use the options listed below to the greatest extent.
OTHER OPTIONS
DO NOT put oxygen tanks in ..
Paper Plates
INSTRUCTIONS
Paper plates are NOT acceptable for the recycling bin and should NOT be recycled like other mixed paper products.
OTHER OPTIONS
Instead of buying disposable paper ..
Paper Napkins
INSTRUCTIONS
Napkins, Tissues, Paper Towels, etc. are NOT acceptable for the recycling bin and should NOT be recycled like other mixed paper products.
OTHER OPTIONS
Instead of buying disposable paper products, choose ..
Refrigerator/Freezer
INSTRUCTIONS
Refrigerators and freezers are Freon appliances; they contain refrigerant chemicals such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), and halons, which are harmful to the ozone layer and are very powerful GHG. Freon appliances ..
Lightbulbs
INSTRUCTIONS
Please note that households are exempt from the ordinary hazardous waste regulations, so there are no legal requirements for the management of hazardous waste lamps by households. Lamps discarded by households are also exempt ..
Kitchen Appliance (Small)
INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions pertain to small, non-Freon kitchen or household appliances.
Small household appliances are generally NOT accepted in UCRRA’s electronics recycling program, because many of these items (including microwaves, coffee makers, blenders, vacuum ..
X Ray Film
INSTRUCTIONS
X-Ray films contain a very small amount of silver, which can be reclaimed only through special recycling programs. DO NOT put X-ray films in the recycling bin. If you wish to recycle these materials, ..
Receipts
INSTRUCTIONS
Receipt paper is widely NOT acceptable for recycling.
Thermal paper is a form of specialized paper that, when subjected to heat, changes color without the need of standard ink. It is ..
Paper Trays
INSTRUCTIONS
Paper beverage trays (such as the trays that hold multiple TO-GO drinks) are acceptable for recycling at UCRRA or participating Town Transfer Stations. However, the single use TO-GO cups are widely NOT ..
Wipes
INSTRUCTIONS
Bathroom or kitchen wipes are NOT recyclable and should NOT be placed in the recycling bin.
Please DO NOT flush wipes down the toilet under any circumstances, even if the package states the wipes are ..
Personal Protective Equipment “PPE”
INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment like face masks and disposable gloves are NOT recyclable. Please discard these items in the trash.
OTHER OPTIONS
Recycling options are limited. Visit Terracycle.com for more information ..
Pots and Pans
INSTRUCTIONS
Pots or pans are ONLY recyclable through a scrap metal recycling program. Pots and pans and other cookware should NOT be placed in the recycling bin.
OTHER OPTIONS
If ..
Paperboard
INSTRUCTIONS
Paperboard (such as cereal boxes, toilet/paper towel rolls, tissue boxes, etc.) are acceptable for recycling at UCRRA or participating Town Transfer Stations. Paperboard can be recycled along with other types of mixed ..
Paper Food Wrappers
INSTRUCTIONS
Paper wrappers, such as parchment paper or fast-food wrappers are NOT acceptable for the recycling bin and should NOT be recycled like other mixed paper products.
These items cannot be successfully composted at ..
Drink/Baby Food Pouches
INSTRUCTIONS
Drink pouches and baby food pouches are NOT recyclable at UCRRA or participating Town Transfer Stations. These should be disposed of in the trash.
OTHER OPTIONS
Alternative recycling options ..
Food (Edible)
INSTRUCTIONS
Food is too good to waste! Learn tips in our new Home Guide to Reducing Food Waste.
OTHER OPTIONS
Donate edible food at your local food bank/pantry. Visit our webpage ..
Menstrual Hygiene Products
INSTRUCTIONS
Discard menstrual products in the trash. A recycling logo may indicate if products are made from recycled materials, however, they should NEVER be put in the recycling bin. These products are also ..
Diapers
INSTRUCTIONS
Discard diapers in the trash. A recycling logo may indicate if diapers are made from recycled materials, however, they should NEVER be put in the recycling bin. Interestingly, used/dirty diapers ..
Heating Oil
INSTRUCTIONS
Home heating oil is considered a hazardous waste and requires special disposal.
While home heating oil is accepted at UCRRA’s Household Hazardous Waste events, please note that restrictions apply. (NO DRUMS/TANKS ..
Buckets
INSTRUCTIONS
5 gallon buckets and pails are acceptable for recycling at UCRRA or participating Town Transfer Stations. These containers may also be reused or donated for reuse.
OTHER OPTIONS: ..
Asphalt/Blacktop
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts excavated asphalt as construction and demolition debris. Please note ALL open vehicles (truck beds or trailer hitches) must have their load covered by a secured tarp. No exceptions or you will ..
Boats
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts boats for disposal.
Please note: you must schedule an appointment to bring boats to UCRRA. Please click here for UCRRA’s Fee Schedule.
Boats are subject to our normal fee, with an additional processing ..
Books
INSTRUCTIONS
Hardcover books should be reused as much as possible. Hardcover books can be recycled with mixed paper ONLY if the binding has been completely removed.
OTHER OPTIONS:
If your ..
Bubble Wrap
INSTRUCTIONS
Film plastics should NOT be put in household recycling bins and should only be put in designated film plastics collection bins at participating retail stores. The NYS Plastic Bag Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Act ..
Building Materials
INSTRUCTIONS
Windows, doors, cabinets, bathroom fixtures, tiles, miscellaneous can be donated to reuse organizations if the items are in good, usable condition.
Contact: Contact a local reuse ..
Campers/Mobile Homes
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts campers/mobile homes for disposal.
Please note: you must schedule an appointment to bring this item to UCRRA. Campers/mobile homes are subject to our normal disposal fee (click here for UCRRA’s fee schedule), ..
Car Seats
INSTRUCTIONS
Car seats have an expiration date and may be difficult to donate/sell.
UCRRA accepts this item for disposal. Please note ALL open vehicles (truck beds or trailer hitches) must have their load covered ..
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
INSTRUCTIONS
Stand alone carbon monoxide detectors may be recycled by the manufacturer.
Contact: Contact the company imprinted on the back of the device for disposal instructions.
String Lights
INSTRUCTIONS
String lights (or any other type of lighting) is NOT accepted in the electronics recycling program at UCRRA.
Never put string lights (or any other type of lighting) in the recycling bin. ..
Clothing, Shoes & Textiles
INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT put clothing in your home recycling bin. Most fabric can be reused or recovered through special textile recycling programs.
In addition to many other clothing drop off bins in the community, UCRRA has ..
Compostable Packaging
INSTRUCTIONS
Cups, plates, straws, forks, or other food service packaging marked as “compostable” or “biodegradable” are NOT conventionally recyclable and should NOT be placed in the recycling bin with other bottles, cans, paper, ..
Concrete
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts concrete for disposal as construction and demolition debris. Please note ALL open vehicles (truck beds or trailer hitches) must have their load covered by a secured tarp. No exceptions or ..
Craft Supplies
INSTRUCTIONS
Craft supplies are NOT recyclable and should NOT be placed in the recycling bin, though reuse options might exist. If the items are not in good, usable condition discard the items in the trash ..
Crayons/Markers
INSTRUCTIONS
Crayons, markers, pens, and highlighters etc. are NOT recyclable and should NOT be placed in the recycling bin, though reuse options might exist.
OTHER OPTIONS
Alternative recycling options are ..
Electronics Waste
INSTRUCTIONS
Electronics are accepted for FREE at the Main Office at the Main Office, SATURDAYS ONLY (seasonally April-November) from 8am-2pm. The program is open to residents, regardless of Ulster County residency status. The program is ..
Fire Extinguishers
INSTRUCTIONS
For safe disposal: relieve the pressure, remove the head, and recycle empty with scrap metal. When relieving the pressure, review manufacturers’ instructions, or use the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) PASS technique:
- Pull the ..
Flower Pots/Trays
INSTRUCTIONS
Flower pots are not accepted in the recycling program at the UCRRA or at any of the participating Town Transfer Stations. Flower pots are widely considered to be NOT recyclable because they are contaminated ..
Food Scraps
INSTRUCTIONS
Food scraps are recoverable through composting!
Residents can learn how to compost at home or visit our list of food scrap drop off locations. UCRRA offers free classes about composting, and offers a ..
Furniture
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts furniture for disposal. Please note ALL open vehicles (truck beds or trailer hitches) must have their load covered by a secured tarp. No exceptions or you will be subjected to ..
Guitar Strings
INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT put guitar strings in the recycling bin. This item is trash.
OTHER OPTIONS
Send full sets of gently used guitar strings in the mail to the Second String ..
Ink Cartridges
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA does NOT accept ink/toner cartridges in the electronic recycling program.
OTHER OPTIONS
Many office retail centers accept this item for recycling. Contact the local Target, Staples stores or ..
Kitchen Appliance (Large)
INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions pertain to non-freon appliances such as stoves, dishwashers, laundry washing machines, laundry dryers, etc.
UCRRA accepts bulky home appliances for disposal, but please note that other options are available. ..
Knitting/Sewing Supplies
INSTRUCTIONS
These items are NOT recyclable and should NOT be put in the recycling bin. Please note that other options may be available. Refer to the other options listed below. ..
Lightbulbs
INSTRUCTIONS
Fluorescent and HID (High-Intensity Discharge) Lamps contain Mercury. When broken, incinerated, or buried in a landfill, they release mercury into the air, water and soil and endanger human health and the environment.
Mattresses
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts mattresses for disposal. Our minimum load fee and a mattress charge will apply. Click here for UCRRA’s Fee Schedule. Please note ALL open vehicles (truck beds or ..
Paint
INSTRUCTIONS
Paint disposal is now even more convenient for residents and businesses across New York State, thanks to the New York State Paint Stewardship Law (enacted December 16th 2019, effective May 1st 2022). This program ..
Pallets
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts wood pallets for disposal. Please note ALL open vehicles (truck beds or trailer hitches) must have their load covered by a secured tarp. No exceptions or you will ..
Shredded Paper & Paper Shredding
INSTRUCTIONS
Shredded paper may be recycled if placed in a clear plastic bag. This is the only exception for when to put plastic bags in the recycling bin! If shredded paper is loose, it can ..
Plastic Bags & Film Plastics
INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT place plastic bags or film plastics in your recycling bin!
Bring all plastic bags to a local grocery store or a large retail outlet; ..
Propane/Helium Tanks
INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT put propane tanks in the recycling bin.
Most propane suppliers will exchange an old tank when a new tank is purchased, even if there is a small amount of propane left in the ..
Propane Tanks
INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT put propane tanks in the recycling bin.
Small propane tanks that are completely EMPTY may be accepted at a local scrap metal recycling facility.
UCRRA encourages resident to ..
Scrap Metal
INSTRUCTIONS
Do not put scrap metal in the recycling bin or in the trash.
Rigid metal objects can harm sanitation workers and damage equipment. Even small metal items (excluding cans and lids) should not go in ..
Smoke Dectectors
INSTRUCTIONS
Two common types of smoke detector found in homes are ionization and photoelectric detectors. Ionization smoke detectors contain a very small amount of radioactive material, Americium 241, and are required by law to have ..
Tires
INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE NOTE: UCRRA will only accept small amounts of tires that are incidental with a larger load of trash. Our minimum load fee and an additional fee for TIRES will apply. Click ..
Tools
INSTRUCTIONS
Power tools are not accepted in UCRRA’s electronics recycling program, and power tools should NOT be placed in the recycling bin with other bottles, cans, paper.
OTHER OPTIONS
If ..
Tyvek Envelopes
INSTRUCTIONS
Tyvek envelopes are widely NOT accepted for recycling along with other mixed paper.
OTHER OPTIONS
There is a nationwide recycling program, to receive a Tyvek Recycling Pouch call (800)-44-TYVEK ..
Vehicles
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA does not accept vehicles.
OTHER OPTIONS
Contact your local scrap metal recycling facility: West Kingston Recycling in Kingston (845) 331-3312, CANOS Recycling in Saugerties (845) 331-7600 and
Waste Vegetable Oil
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA does not accept vegetable oil.
Contact: MOPAC at (800) 967-8325; DAPRO Solutions at (844) 290-5140; Argricycle at (800) 850-5960; Restaurant Technologies 1-866-399-3639.
Yard Waste
INSTRUCTIONS
UCRRA accepts yard waste at our Kingston location only. Yard waste includes logs, branches, and bagged leaves. Logs must be no more than 2ft long and 2ft around. The maximum size limit for branches ..