Spring 2022 Recycling Event

Saturday, March 26, 2022 - 9:00am to 3:00pm


Mercer Island Recycling Event

Our Biannual Sustainability Event...

Safely dispose of the old equipment and household items that are cluttering your basement or garage at the annual Mercer Island Spring Recycling Event on Saturday, March 26, 2022, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at: Luther Burbank - Southern Parking Lot (84th Ave SE and SE 26th St)

TRAFFIC: We see up to 800 vehicles during these events, so please expect to line up as there can be delays. Gates close at 3:00pm sharp!

COVID-19: For public health and safety, please follow standard mask/glove COVID-19 protocols and pack items so they can be removed quickly

NOTES:

  • This will still be cash-only for any disposal fees required; please provide exact change!
  • Free paper shredding will be offered onsite, limit 5 boxes per person.
  • Discounted rain barrels, worm bins, and composters will be available again, $25 each, cash only. Supplies typically run out before day's end.
  • The City's Food Pantry is still low on funds due to increased demand from COVID-19. In lieu of food, please bring donations in the form of grocery gift cards ($10, $25 or $50), cash, or credit card to be collected by volunteers from the MIYFS Foundation. All are tax deductible and will help Islanders in need. Thank you!

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE:

Household Hazardous Waste is not accepted at these events but can be taken to King County’s Factoria collection site Tuesday-Sunday; more information and hours can be found online or by calling 206-296-4692. (Note: there is a limit of 25 gallons of gasoline and other automotive fluids per trip and containers must be 5 gallons or smaller; please separate motor oil from all other fluids). Paint must be taken elsewhere: explore paint recycling options here

DISPOSAL FEES:

Most items are free, but some have a fee. Cash only please - exact change appreciated. 

  • Air Conditioner: $35
  • Fridge or Freezer: $30
  • Mattress or Boxspring [Must be dry]: $15
  • Propane Tanks [Residential only]: $5
  • Tires [Limit 6]: small car tires free; car tire on rim $3; truck tire $9; truck tire on rim $18
  • Toilets and sinks: $15
  • Water Heater w/insulation: $5

WHAT YOU CAN BRING: Click here for flyer

PLEASE DO NOT BRING: Click here for flyer

 

Recycling Event Funding Provided By:

  • WA State Department of Ecology
  • King County Solid Waste Division
  • Hazardous Waste Management Program in King County

Call 206-275-7600 with questions or Email: customerservice@mercerisland.gov .