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Organics Recycling: Making it work for you <br />Organics recycling takes some set-up to <br />make it work effectively in your home. <br />We've compiled a list of recommenda- <br />tions and methods from Elk River citizens <br />currently recycling organics to help you <br />find what works best for your household. <br />Use separate bins. A common theme from almost all organics recyclers is the use of separate bins <br />for their organic material. These can be lined with paper, plastic or compostable bags. (Note that plastic <br />bags must be thrown into the trash.) You can expand this method and use separate labeled bins for trash <br />and normal recycling as well. This makes recycling very, very easy. <br />Use a single container for food waste. Your free kitchen bucket is perfect for this. You <br />might also use a large Tupperware or plastic container. This container can be placed under/near your <br />kitchen sink. Regularly empty it out in the organics cart to keep the smell to a minimum. <br />Utilize lists and labels. You can download a list to hang up in your house at www.ci.elk- <br />river.mn.us/recycling. The list is located at the bottom of the "Source Separated Organics" page. The list <br />will help you and your family know exactly what is and isn't compostable via organics recycling. <br />Line your Organics Cart. Line your 32 gallon organics cart with a large plastic or biodegradable <br />bag. This will keep your organics cart relatively clean. If you choose to line the cart with a plastic bag, <br />use tape to prevent the plastic bag from being emptied into the garbage truck. <br />s. Dump out liquids. Liquids are often the messiest of all organic materials. These can be poured <br />down your kitchen disposal. <br />Minnesota Pollution Elk Itiver~ ^- <br />Control Agency ERiver Municipal Utilities <br />