Do rinse plastic containers, milk / juice cartons, steel and tin cans to remove liquids and/or food; this will help avoid attracting flies and other pests.
Do have lids on if they are made of recyclable materials.
Do break down or cut up large cardboard boxes. Place on ground, next to your recycling container.
Do ensure that recyclables are clean and dry.
Don'ts
Don’t place your recycling container near parked cars, light poles, mailboxes or near other obstacles that would hinder collection.
Don’t leave your recycling container at the curb after 6:00 p.m. if it has been serviced.
Don’t stack non-recyclable items on or near recycle containers.
Don’t bag or tie your recyclables before placing them in the container. All recyclable materials should be loose in the container.
Don’t leave Styrofoam or plastic sheeting inserts in chipboard boxes.