How to dispose of paper and mail in Milwaukee

Checked against official sources · September 7, 2026

Recycle

Put it in the blue recycling cart

Clean paper, mail, magazines, and newspapers belong in the blue cart.

What to do

  1. Keep ordinary paper loose and dry.
  2. Seal shredded paper in a paper bag.
  3. Empty paper cups; put lids and straws in the trash.

Keep in mind

Paper towels, tissues, napkins, and food-soiled paper belong in the trash.

Check the official information

Rules, hours, and fees can change. These are the sources used for this answer.