RECYCLING AT GROVE ISLE
RECYCLING IN INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
The State of Florida has a goal of achieving a 75% recycling rate by the year 2020. This basically
means that 75% of the material that we throw out in our trash should be recycled. Indian River
County (IRC) is at a 33% recycling rate now so the transition to single stream recycling is just
one of the many ways they are trying work with its residents and local businesses to reach 75%
by 2020! While Grove Isle residents have been doing a great job in helping Indian River
County’s recycling effort, we need to continue our efforts. Below is a list of guidelines each
resident should follow.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
IRC has now changed to a Single Stream Recycling program where all recyclables can be
mixed in one container. That means no more sorting! Below is a description of what can and
cannot be recycled. This decal is also posted on each blue bin.
Do not put plastic bags or plastic film in the recycling bins. If you transport your recycled
articles to the blue bins in plastic bags, empty the bags of recycled articles and discard them in
the trash dumpster.
Plastic grocery bags only can be recycled at all Publix stores.
Do not place shredded paper in the recycling bins.
Do not put tires or furniture in the garbage/recycling area.
Styrofoam of any kind should not be placed in the blue bins (see the section on Styrofoam
recycling).
RECYCLING AT GROVE ISLE
Remove all plastic caps on plastic, metal and glass containers. Metal caps should be removed
from the containers and recycled loose in the bin.
All recycled material should be rinsed clean and free of any residue contamination (e.g., food,
cosmetics, detergents, etc.).
Cardboard boxes must be broken down (laid flat) and no larger than 2 feet by 3 feet in size. If
you are unable to do this, see if you can get the help of a neighbor to assist you.
Do not place hazardous waste in garbage or recycling bins. Items such as oil-based paint cans,
fluorescent light bulbs, pesticides, automotive or boat batteries can be taken any of the five
convenience centers or the main landfill for proper disposal.
Partygoers and volunteers – Do not recycle foam plates or cups, used napkins, plastic
bags/wrappings, or any other paper or plastic articles that have food residue on them.
If you have an article that you think is still useable, please do not leave it in garbage/recycling
areas. Take it to the Salvation Army, Goodwill or one of the many thrift stores in the area.
Construction debris should not be discarded in any garbage dumpster. If you have a contractor
working for you, they must remove any debris from the Grove Isle site. For do-it-yourselfers,
you must take it directly to the main landfill on Oslo Road.
Located on the last page of this article are the addresses and directions to the main landfill and
convenience centers for your reference.
RECYCLING AT GROVE ISLE
BLUE BINS
DO RECYCLE THESE
DON'T RECYCLE THESE
Soda pop bottles
Milk jugs
Water jugs
Juice bottles
Syrup bottles
Ketchup bottles
Dish detergent bottles
Laundry Detergent bottles
Bleach bottles
Fabric softener bottles
Floor cleaner bottles
Shampoo/ Conditioner bottles
Mouthwash bottles
Alcoholic Beverage Containers
Microwave entrée dishes
Butter tubs
Yogurt tubs
Ice Cream containers
Windshield washer bottles
Car wax/polish bottles
Tupperware containers
Flower/Tree pots
Juice/milk cartons
Soda pop cans
Coffee cans
Fruit cans
Aluminum cans/foil/plates/trays
Pie tins
Cookie/popcorn tins
Pet food cans
Vegetable cans
Soup cans
Aerosol cans with non-hazardous waste
Newspaper - loose newspapers and inserts
Phone Books
Envelopes/Junk mail
Office Paper
Catalogs/Magazines
Brown Paper Bags
Other Paper Products - Cereal/Food Boxes,
Pizza Boxes (clean), Soda & Beer Boxes
Corrugated Cardboard – Flattened
(No Larger than 2’x3’)
Medicine bottles
Rx bottles
Foam cups
Plastic wrap
Sandwich bags
Bread bags
Antifreeze bottles
Motor oil containers
Pesticide containers
Foam food boxes
Plastic bags
Paint & solvent containers
Glue bottles
Aerosol cans with hazardous waste
Sharps – needles, razor blades, knives, etc.
Cardboard, pizza boxes and paper - contaminated
with food or chemical residue
Shredded paper
RECYCLING AT GROVE ISLE
REMEMBER
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Plastic containers - No. 1 through 7 only
Plastic caps/lids – remove and discard
Metal caps/lids – remove and recycle loose in the bin
No plastic bags or wrap
Labels are okay
Lightly rinse recyclables
NEVER, dispose of needles or "sharps" products with your recyclables
No shredded paper
STYROFOAM RECYCLING
IMPORTANT: No Styrofoam of any kind should be placed in the blue bins. Acceptable Styrofoam items
(see below) can be taken to the main landfill or one of the county convenience centers.
ACCEPTABLE ITEMS
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Styrofoam Packaging from: Computer, Furniture, Appliance and other items in White
Dimensional Expanded Polystyrene (EPS
Unused Hot/Cold EPS Cups
NON-ACCEPTABLE ITEMS
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No packaging with mailing, shipping labels or tape attached
No contaminated (with food residue) foam trays or carry out containers
No colored egg containers or meat trays
Styrofoam Packaging Peanuts can be dropped off at Pak Mail, 762 S US 1 (Publix Plaza off Oslo Road)
SHARPS DISPOSAL
"Sharps" are items that can puncture or penetrate the skin, such as needles, razor blades, etc. Sharps
are NOT accepted at the curbside. Please DO NOT put sharps in recycling bin or regular trash.
ELECTRONIC RECYCLING
Electronics, including media (i.e., CD’s, DVD’s, tapes and cases), are recycled year round at the main
landfill and at all five of the customer convenience centers.
Remember, if your electric or electronic material is still in good working order, please consider giving it a
second chance by donating to the Salvation Army, Goodwill or one of the many thrift shops located
around the area. DO NOT use your building’s trash/recycling area as a recycling area or thrift shop.
RECYCLING AT GROVE ISLE
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY MAIN LANDFILL AND
CONVENIENCE CENTERS
Landfill
1325 74th Ave SW Vero Beach, FL 32968
Open 7 Days per week 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Closed: New Year's Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
Directions: Take Oslo Road west to 74th Avenue, turn left and then follow signs into landfill.
County Convenience Centers
Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. All Centers are closed on Wednesday, New Year's Day, July 4th, Labor Day,
Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
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South Vero Beach: 950 1st Pl, Vero Beach, FL 32962
Closed Wednesday and Thursday
Directions: Take US Highway 1 to 1st Street (first left turn after the Vista Royale stop light); turn left onto
1st Street and go to Old Dixie Highway; turn right onto Old Dixie Highway and then make an immediate
left turn onto 1st Place. Entrance to convenience center is approximately ¼ mile down.
Other centers are listed below and a map of their location can be found at the website //www.ircwaste.com/Convenience_Centers.htm
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Roseland:
7860 130th St, Roseland, FL 32958
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
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Winter Beach:
3955 65th St, Vero Beach, FL 32967
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
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Gifford:
4901 41st St, Vero Beach, FL 32967
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
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Fellsmere:
12510 County Road 512, Fellsmere, FL 32948
Closed Wednesday and Thursday