Washington County Solid Waste & Recycling

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Washington County Solid Waste & Recycling Washington County Solid Waste & Recycling helps people reduce, reuse and recycle.

Solid Waste & Recycling is a division of the Washington County Department of Health and Human Services. We provide information and resources to help residents, property managers and businesses sustainably manage materials by preventing waste, recycling and disposing of garbage properly. Solid Waste & Recycling regulates how garbage and recycling is collected, stored and disposed of and provides code enforcement services for nuisance and noise violations in unincorporated Washington County. Washington County is not responsible for the content provided on "related" and "promoted" videos accessible from the County's YouTube channel. Related videos and comments expressed on them do not reflect the opinions and position of the Washington County government or its officers and employees. See list of what is not allowed and may be removed: https://wcor.us/social-media-content.

Candy wrappers are usually made of plastic film that cannot be recycled. You should throw them in the trash, but you can...
10/30/2026

Candy wrappers are usually made of plastic film that cannot be recycled. You should throw them in the trash, but you can also use them for craft projects.

Recuerda tirar las envolturas de los dulces a la basura.
10/30/2026

Recuerda tirar las envolturas de los dulces a la basura.

Place all recyclable materials loose in your bin.Some things, like plastic bags, should be kept out of your recycling bi...
10/28/2026

Place all recyclable materials loose in your bin.

Some things, like plastic bags, should be kept out of your recycling bin. They can jam equipment, harm workers, and make it harder to recycle other materials.

Coloque los materiales reciclables sueltos en su contenedor. Algunas cosas, como las bolsas de plástico, deben manteners...
10/28/2026

Coloque los materiales reciclables sueltos en su contenedor.

Algunas cosas, como las bolsas de plástico, deben mantenerse fuera de su contenedor de reciclaje. Pueden atascar la maquinaria, dañar a los trabajadores y dificultar el reciclaje de los materiales reciclables.

Roast the seeds of jack-o-lanterns. If you paint your pumpkins instead, you can make a pie or soup in November. Put them...
10/26/2026

Roast the seeds of jack-o-lanterns. If you paint your pumpkins instead, you can make a pie or soup in November. Put them in your home compost bin or yard debris cart.

Tuesta las semillas de calabaza. Si pintas tus calabazas, haz un pastel o una sopa en noviembre. Coloca las sobras en el...
10/26/2026

Tuesta las semillas de calabaza. Si pintas tus calabazas, haz un pastel o una sopa en noviembre. Coloca las sobras en el contenedor de abono de tu casa o en el carrito de desechos del jardĂ­n.

LAIKA Studios has been re-certified as Green Business Leader! They continue to improve their sustainability practices! C...
10/23/2026

LAIKA Studios has been re-certified as Green Business Leader! They continue to improve their sustainability practices! Congratulations Laika!

¡LAIKA Studios ha sido recertificada como Empresa Verde Líder! ¡Siguen mejorando sus prácticas de sostenibilidad! ¡Felic...
10/23/2026

¡LAIKA Studios ha sido recertificada como Empresa Verde Líder! ¡Siguen mejorando sus prácticas de sostenibilidad! ¡Felicitaciones, Laika!

Batteries contain metal, plastic and other materials that can be used to make new products. Old batteries, stainless ste...
10/21/2026

Batteries contain metal, plastic and other materials that can be used to make new products. Old batteries, stainless steel, and even road asphalt can be recycled into new batteries. This reduces the negative impacts of making new products on our air, water, and climate. Learn more about battery recycling https://batterynetwork.org/battery-basics/the-recycling-process/

Las pilas/baterías contienen metal, plástico y otros materiales que pueden ser usados para fabricar productos nuevos. Pi...
10/21/2026

Las pilas/baterías contienen metal, plástico y otros materiales que pueden ser usados para fabricar productos nuevos. Pilas/baterías viejas, acero inóxidable, y hasta asfalto para carreteras se pueden reciclar en pilas/baterías nuevas. Esto reduce los impactos negativos del uso de materia virgen en el aire, agua y clima. Obtenga más información https://batterynetwork.org/battery-basics/the-recycling-process/

Address

155 N First Avenue
Hillsboro, OR
97124

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15038463605

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