Get rid of items
Find information on the best way to recycle, reuse or dispose of items from your home using Hennepin County’s Green Disposal Guide.
Sign up for organics recycling
Republic Services provides organized collection of organics recyclables for Minnetonka households with curbside garbage and recycling. This includes residents in some multi-unit buildings (up to an eight-plex) without centralized garbage collection. Fill out the organics recycling form to get started.
Recycle
Every year, more than 600,000 tons of garbage are kept out landfills through recycling in the Twin Cities. Review a list of accepted items accepted by the city’s recycling pick-up. Learn what new products your recycled items are made into.
Attend a Community Drop-off Day
Each year, the city hosts two drop-off events where Minnetonka residents can responsibly dispose of appliances, tires and other large household items. These events support waste reduction and ensure items are recycled whenever possible.
Choose to Reuse
Hennepin County helps residents reuse, rent, and repair through the Choose to Reuse program. Learn about local resources and tips to help you waste less and live better.
Apply for a Hennepin County Deconstruction Grant
Building projects that use deconstruction techniques instead of mechanical demolition to remove materials from the destruction, alteration, or renovation of a building are eligible for funding from Hennepin County. Receive up to $5,000 to help offset labor costs associated with your project.
Attend a Fix-It Clinic
Receive free repair assistance for small household items at the City of Minnetonka Repair Depot and Hennepin County Fix-It Clinics.
