RecycleOn Opens Six New Drop-off Sites in Portland
New collection locations now accept difficult-to-recycle materials like stretchy plastics.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Landscaping
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RecycleOn has launched six new drop-off locations in Portland to collect non-curbside items that standard recycling facilities cannot process. These sites accept items such as shredded paper, stretchy plastics, and specific types of plastic lids.
Why it matters
Standard municipal recycling systems often struggle to effectively sort lightweight materials like shredded paper and thin plastics. By providing specialized drop-off points, RecycleOn aims to divert these complex items from local landfills.
Drop-off locations currently accept plastic lids marked with resin codes #2, #4, or #5. Shredded paper must be deposited in a paper bag to be accepted at the collection containers.
The players
RecycleOn
This organization specializes in collecting non-curbside recyclable materials that cannot be processed by standard municipal facilities.
Frog & Toad Hauling
This local business serves as one of the designated host locations for RecycleOn collection containers in Portland.
The details
Materials can be dropped off by appointment at designated sites, such as the facility at Frog & Toad Hauling located at 2711 SE Milwaukie Ave. The program also provides free pickup services for community members with disabilities and alternative collection arrangements for businesses.
Timeline
Frog & Toad Hauling operates Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm.
RecycleOn aims to reach 140 collection sites across Oregon by the end of 2027.
Culture Shift
This initiative follows the documented trend regarding the ongoing limitations of municipal automated recycling sorting infrastructure. The program addresses the widening gap between consumer recycling intentions and the technical capabilities of modern sorting facilities.
Residents can now bring specific items like plastic film and shredded paper to these new drop-off sites rather than placing them in household trash. Those with disabilities may contact the organization to arrange a free pickup service for their collected materials.
The takeaway
Effective recycling requires sorting items that municipal curbside programs are not equipped to handle. Residents are encouraged to check resin codes on lids to ensure they match the #2, #4, or #5 requirements before visiting a site.
Further reading
Learn more about local waste management and property maintenance at Portland Landscaping.
More information
For more information on how to access pickup and business collection details, visit the RecycleOn portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Southeast Examiner of Portland Oregon.
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