Planning & Zoning Administration

Solid Waste - Disposal & Recycling Guide - Yard/Garden

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Fertilizer

Hazardous Wastes

Bring fertilizer to the Tri-County Household Hazardous Waste Facility or Sherburne County Mobile Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events.

You may place dry, granular fertilizer that does not contain pesticides or herbicides in the garbage.

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Pesticides, Herbicides, & Insecticides

Bring pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides to the Tri-County Household Hazardous Waste Facility or Sherburne County Mobile Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events.

You may place dry, granular fertilizer that does not contain pesticides or herbicides in the garbage.

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Propane Tanks

Contact your local propane supplier for drop-off opportunities. Do not place gas cylinders or tanks in the garbage.

The following business also accepts gas cylinders and tanks:

Resource Recovery Technologies
10700 165th Avenue NW
Elk River, MN 55330
763-441-3800

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Railroad Ties & Timbers

Railroad ties and timbers were commonly used in landscaping and grading. They are treated with creosote, which can cause environmental problems. The following businesses accept railroad ties and timbers, or you can them bring to a landfill.

Product Recovery, Inc.
11680 Highway 10 SE
Becker, MN 55308
763-261-2458

Yard & Tree Waste

You may bring grass clippings, leaves, yard waste, and tree waste to one of the four compost facilities located in the county.

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