Gulf Beaches Recycling Program

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Residents and visitors to Pinellas County beaches have a convenient way to recycle their aluminum cans, plastic bottles and other recyclable materials with the Gulf Beaches Recycling Program.

• Blue recycling containers are located next to existing trash cans on the beach or in parking lots. Beachgoers can drop off recyclable items as they arrive or leave.
• Phase 1 sites have recycling containers in place for use.
• Phase 2 sites are underway and should be in place by May 2012. See the list of sites below, or view the site map.

Phase 1 Beach Recycling Sites:	Phase 2 Beach Recycling Sites:
Dunedin Causeway	Fred Howard Park
Gulfport	North Redington Beach
Honeymoon Island State Park	Park Blvd. Boat Ramp
Indian Rocks Beach	Redington Beach
Indian Shores	Redington Shores
Madeira Beach	Tiki Gardens Beach Access
Sand Key Park
St. Pete Beach
Sunset Beach (Tarpon Springs)
Treasure Island
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FAQs

What items are recycled?
The Gulf Beaches Recycling Program is primarily for aluminum cans and plastic drink bottles. However, the program has been expanded to accept other recyclable materials that people may bring to the beach including newspapers, magazines, aseptic drink containers and other materials. See www.pinellascounty.org/recycle for other potential recyclable materials. There is no need for separation; all materials may be combined in the same recycling bin.

Where can I find beach recycling containers?
A total of approximately 370 recycling containers will be available at 16 parks and beaches in Pinellas County by May 2012. The containers will be located next to trash cans either on the beach or in adjacent parking lots and along the beach side. See the Phase 1 and Phase 2 site lists or the site map.

Why isn't Fort De Soto included in the program?
A recycling program is partially underway at Fort De Soto. Pinellas County staff is working cooperatively with the garbage vendor to provide the opportunity to recycle.

What do the recycling containers look like?
The recycling bins are sturdy 32-gallon blue plastic bins. View the recycling bin.

Who is paying for this program?
The program is a cooperative effort. Pinellas County Utilities purchased the recycling containers. Collection of the recyclables will be done by county, city or private sanitation workers—depending on the location. Any revenues from the sale of the materials will be retained by the entity managing the collection at a particular site to help offset program costs.

How can I get more information?
Contact Solid Waste at (727) 464-7500 or by e-mail.

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