Public Works

Recycling in the City of Greenville

The Sanitation Division collects recycling once per week on your scheduled service day with a maximum of   three (3) containers of your choice, not to exceed thirty-two (32) gallons each with tight fitting lids and handles.   A City recycling decal must be placed on each container.  These decals can be obtained from the Public Works Department at 1500 Beatty Street or by calling (252) 329-4522 to have a decal mailed to you.

Residents with curbside service must bring their recycling containers to the curbside by 6am on their scheduled service day.

Unlimited access to a recycling drop off site is also available at the Public Works Department located at 1500 Beatty Street.  To see a current listing of Multi-Family Recycling Centers click here.The City of Greenville offers a Comprehensive Guide to Recycling.  It contains guidelines to recycling in the City including acceptable materials for recycling.  For more information, please contact the  Recycling Coordinator at (252) 329-4048.

For more information on recycling, please click on the following links:

Recycling Centers 

2013 Sanitation Holiday Schedule

Grasscycling

Composting 101

Recycling efforts are made possible with the assistance of the East Carolina Vocational Center (ECVC). ECVC provides employability development and job opportunities for persons with disabilities. For information about ECVC, please telephone (800) 758-4188.

Check out our Recycle More Greenville site!