Residential Organic Waste
This program is only available to customers in Hennepin County in the city of Rogers.
This program is also available to non-city contract serviced customers in Champlin. Residents of Champlin serviced under the city contract, please contact our office for details. You must be an ACE garbage customer to enroll in this optional service.
Request Organic Waste Disposal
Understanding Hennepin County Recycling Requirements
Effective January 1st, 2024, cities within Hennepin County are required to ensure through their garbage hauler licensing program adherence to Minnesota Statute 115A.93, subd. 3(c), that reads: “A licensing authority shall prohibit mixed municipal solid waste collectors from imposing a greater charge on residents who recycle than on residents who do not recycle.” The definition of recycling material includes organics or food waste generated in a home.
The intent of the Statute is to ensure organic recycling is available to everyone within your specific location, while also ensuring the cost of the service is shared by everyone whether they choose to participate or not. This is the same way the current curbside recycling service operates (cans, glass, paper) regarding if a resident opts to not recycle, the fee is not removed due to the State Statue.
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Curbside Organics Service
To join the curbside organics recycling program, contact our office to schedule a 65-gallon organics cart delivery. The cart is black with an orange lid and is picked up weekly on your regular trash collection day.
Even if you do not participate, this fee will remain on your invoice as we are required to comply with Hennepin County.
What Goes in Your Organics Cart
Acceptable waste will vary by location, but we have a general guide below.
Acceptable Items
Unacceptable Items
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