Jefferson County Solid Waste Authority

10/14/2026

🍂🎃 FALL into good habits this season!⤵️

As the leaves change, make recycling part of your fall routine! Stop by one of the Jefferson County Solid Waste Authority’s Drop-Off Recycling sites to give your recyclables a second life. ♻️

Not sure what you can recycle? Visit our website for recycling guidelines, program details, and more ways to keep Jefferson County clean & green! 🍃

🔗 Learn more: www.jcswa.org

10/14/2026

♻️ Jefferson County residents: Your complete guide to drop-off recycling is here! 🌍

Because a majority of our residents do not have access to curbside recycling, the Jefferson County Solid Waste Authority (JCSWA) provides convenient residential drop-off sites throughout the county.

To keep our sites clean and running smoothly, please follow these guidelines before you head out:

✅ WHAT TO ACCEPTS & HOW TO PREPARE

• Plastics: Only #1 & #2 plastic bottles and jugs (milk, water, juice, laundry, shampoo). Throw away the lids!

• Paper & Cardboard: Corrugated cardboard (please flatten), dry newspapers, magazines, catalogs, phonebooks, and printer paper/junk mail.

• Cans: Aluminum and tin food/beverage cans (empty and rinse).

• Glass: Clear, brown, and green glass bottles and jars.

🚫 KEY RULES TO REMEMBER

• DON'T BAG RECYCLABLES: Put items into the compartments loose. Take your plastic bags back home with you to reuse or recycle at a grocery store.

• LIDS GO IN THE TRASH: Throw away all plastic and metal lids before dropping off containers.

• NOT ACCEPTED: Plastic bags, styrofoam, pizza boxes, shredded paper, light bulbs, window glass, or scrap metal.

• NO GROUND DUMPING: If a container is full, please call 814-328-5361 and bring your items back when there is room. Do not leave items on the ground or on top of bins.

•DO NOT leave electronics, such as Televisions, computers or radios at ANY of the recycling sites.

🤔 When in doubt, throw it out!

👇 View attached flier to see the full list of our locations—including sites in Brookville, Punxsutawney, Reynoldsville, Sigel, and more!

Link to full Guide & Website: www.jcswa.org

10/13/2026

Important Message from the Jefferson County Solid Waste Authority ⤵️

To whoever left this 75" flat-screen television at our Rose Twp. drop-off recycling site: TVs are NOT accepted at ANY of our drop-off locations! Our posted signs clearly outline what is and is not accepted, and these guidelines are expected to be followed.

As Director, I now have to transport this television in my personal vehicle elsewhere and pay for its proper disposal. This is an unnecessary expense and an added burden on the drop-off recycling program that serves our communities.

Our recycling sites are a public service, not dumping grounds, please be respectful and follow the guidelines. Leaving unaccepted items behind is not recycling; it shifts the responsibility and cost onto someone else, and in this case it cost the Authority valuable time, fuel, and an additional fee to properly dispose of the television.

Please take responsibility for your waste, respect our sites, and follow the posted guidelines. If an item isn't accepted and you aren't sure how to properly dispose of it, please be responsible and reach out to our office for guidance and instruction. If I am unable to answer the phone at that time, please leave a message and I will get back to you. Also, please note that I am one person handling the operation of the Authority and maintenence of all of the drop-off recycling sites, so there may be a slight delay in response.

Let's do our part to keep Jefferson County clean and our recycling program running properly.

Thank you, and please pass this information on.

Sincerely,
Your county recycling coordinator & SWA Director
Reese

10/09/2026

Just a reminder to visit our website for a list of all our Jefferson County drop-off recycling sites, our recycling guide, and so much more!♻️

10/05/2026

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Keep it out of the landfill. Keep Jefferson County clean.

Make recycling part of your routine. Visit your local recycling drop-off site and help care for the place we call home.♻️

09/28/2026

Just a reminder to visit our website for a list of all our Jefferson County drop-off recycling sites, our recycling guide, and so much more!

www.jcswa.org

09/22/2026

The Jefferson County Solid Waste Authority would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Jefferson Township Officers Association for hosting us at their annual convention and for providing the opportunity to speak on behalf of the Authority and share information about the importance of our County drop-off recycling program.

The continued success of this program is made possible through the generosity, collaboration, and dedicated support of our County Government, County Township Supervisors, and Borough Councils. Their commitment to working collectively to help us provide recycling opportunities to the residents of Jefferson County is invaluable.

Our local government partners are truly the cornerstone of our recycling program. Through strong partnerships between the Authority, County Government, Townships, and Boroughs, we are able to address community needs, provide valuable services, and promote responsible stewardship of our environment.

It was wonderful meeting you all in person, and I look forward to our future interactions and continued collaboration. We are grateful for the continued support and partnership of our communities, and we look forward to continuing our efforts together in 2027 as we work toward a cleaner, more sustainable Jefferson County.

Thank you all for your continued commitment to our communities and to the success of the County recycling program. ♻️

Also, a big thank you to the Jefferson County residents who faithfully do their part by recycling at our drop-off recycling sites. You're helping keep our County clean and beautiful for generations to come. Thanks you for your support and donations over the years; it makes a difference and is much appreciated!

Reese
SWA Director

09/15/2026

09/02/2026

We want to remind everyone that leaving cardboard and recyclable materials on the ground at our drop-off recycling sites is NOT the proper way to recycle.

♻️ PLEASE RECYCLE RESPONSIBLY! ♻️

Our sites have signs asking you to please hold onto your recyclable materials until the containers have been emptied, then return to recycle. We understand that the containers can fill up quickly, and we are working to keep up as best we can. We have one truck driver picking up as often as we possibly can.

Please help us keep these sites clean, safe, and accessible for everyone. Do not leave cardboard, bags of plastic & tin/aluminum, or any other recyclables on the ground when the containers are full. Take them back home and return once space is available.

We kindly ask everyone to be courteous, responsible, and respectful of our recycling drop-off sites and the community that relies on them.

Thank you for doing your part and helping us keep our recycling sites clean! 💚♻️

08/25/2026

Be sure to sort properly before you recycle!♻️
Follow our guidelines on www.jcswa.org

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