Marion County Recycling & Litter Prevention is at your service! We are here to promote green, sustainable living in the Marion area and beyond. Please call anytime to inquire about recycling opportunities, litter prevention activities, senior citizen assistance, environmental education programs for all ages, volunteer opportunities, or to report a litter crime. The Delaware, Knox, Marion, Morrow (DKMM) Joint Solid Waste District is a legal political subdivision of the State of Ohio and is funded by a $6.00 per ton fee on municipal solid waste generated within our District.
DKMM funds programs that provide education about and alternatives to the disposal of generated wastes. These programs include recycling; composting; education and awareness; solid waste environmental monitoring; and collections for household hazardous waste, electronics, and tires. DKMM also provides grant funding to both private and public-sector entities to implement new waste management initiatives or improve existing programs.
News & Events
- Drug Take Back Day is April 22nd, 2023
Join Marion County Recycling and Litter Prevention alongside our community partners for Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 22nd from 10am-2pm. We’ll be stationed at the Ohio Health Marion MEdical Campus, located at 1050 […] - 2023 Hazardous Waste Collection
Celebrate Earth Day and safely dispose of your household hazardous waste on Saturday, April 22nd!
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A Message From the Director
Marion County Recycling & Litter Prevention is at your service! We are here to promote green, sustainable living in the Marion area and beyond. Please call anytime to inquire about recycling opportunities, litter prevention activities, senior citizen assistance, environmental education programs for all ages, volunteer opportunities, or to report a litter crime.
This office promotes green products and recycling supplies but does not endorse any particular business. We are available to do waste audits and assist individuals or businesses who might be in the market for recycling containers, green products, eco-art items, or waste services.
Sincerely,
Angela Carbetta
Director
Our Mission
Marion County Recycling & Litter Prevention’s mission is stated in the office title–to promote recycling and prevent litter. Recycling preserves natural resources, saves energy, reduces pollution, conserves landfill space, helps prevent climate change, and promotes green industry. Litter prevention is vital for public health and safety, community pride, and economic growth.
Marion County Recycling & Litter Prevention is Here to Help
For more information about recycling and litter prevention support visit dkmm.org
Recycling
MCRLP provides a number of recycling drop-off locations throughout Marion County. Many communities have curbside recycling collections. Please be sure to “Recycle Right” by viewing the acceptable items link on each county page. Only the items listed can be recycled at the drop-off locations.
Special Collection Events
Special collection event flyer for electronics, hazardous household waste/paint, and paper shredding.
Education
MCRLP provides education programs in Marion County.
Business & Industry
MCLRP is dedicated to working with local businesses and industry to encourage waste reduction programs.