Textile Recycling

Donate First, Recycle Second

This program will target the textiles going into landfills, not items being donated to charities, churches, non-profits and other organizations. The City encourages residents to donate items to a local charitable organization.

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Which textile items can be recycled?

  • Bedding
  • Clothing 
  • Coats & Jackets
  • Curtains/Draperies 
  • Fashion accessories
  • Halloween Costumes
  • Handbags & Purses 
  • Hats & Gloves 
  • Linens 
  • Pet Beds & Clothing 
  • Pillows 
  • Shoes, Sandals & Slippers 
  • Sleeping Bags 
  • Stuffed Animals

Textile Drop Box

Textiles can be dropped off 24/7 at the new textile drop box located at the Public Works campus.

The box is situated between the Animal Shelter and the Public Works building at 111 Gillingham Ln.

Ready to schedule a textile recycling pickup?

Preparing for a pickup

  • Textiles must be placed in a customer-owned container (bag or box).
  • Set your textiles out on your front porch by 7 a.m. on your collection day, but no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening before.
  • Do not place textiles in your city issued recycle cart.
  1. How do I schedule a textile recycling pick-up?
  2. Do I need to place my textiles in a certain bag or container before my scheduled pick-up?
  3. Where do I place materials out for collection?
  4. Before I try to recycle textiles, should I consider donating them first?
More FAQs

So, will the new textile recycling information stick like a bad infomercial? We sure hope so!