Spring 2023 Recycling Event

Our Biannual Sustainability Event...

Save-the-Date! Safely dispose of the old equipment, hardware, appliances, and other household items that are cluttering your basement or garage at the annual Mercer Island Spring Recycling Event on Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at City Hall - 9611 SE 36th Street. This is a newer event location. 

TRAFFIC: We see up to 600 vehicles during these events, so please expect to line up as there can be delays. Entry is via the main (eastern) City Hall driveway and ends at 3:00pm sharp! Follow the signs.

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

NOTES:

• We will offer Paper Shredding as usual, 5 box limit (yes, you can watch the shredder if you wish!) - DO NOT bring pre-shredded paper, this cannot be accepted.
• We will sell recycled plastic Rain Barrels (30gallon) and Compost/Worm Bins, one per visitor, for $25 cash each
• New Pilot Program for Spring 2023:  White Styrofoam blocks and bagged packing peanuts (any color) will be accepted. Look for the "EPS" or "Plastic#6" marking on materials.

DONATE to YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES:

• We appreciate donations in the form of grocery gift cards ($10, $25 or $50) or cash/ credit donations. All is tax deductible and helps Islanders in need through the City's food bank programs.

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).

DISPOSAL FEES:

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

• Air Conditioner $35
• Fridge or Freezer: $35
• Mattress or Boxspring [Must be dry]: $30
• 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 Spring 2023 List

PLEASE DO NOT BRING: Click here for Spring 2023 List

• NO Paint: We plan a mini event this summer for paint recycling
• NO TV's/Computers/Monitors: We plan a mini event this summer for TV/Computer/Monitor recycling

Recycling Event Funding Provided By:

• WA State Department of Ecology
• King County Solid Waste Division
• Hazardous Waste Management Program in King County
• WA Materials Management & Financing Authority

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