Electronics (including televisions) may be recycled for a fee at the Citizens Convenience Center or CCC*. Staples accepts computers and most office equipment free of charge, and Best Buy accepts many consumer electronics free of charge (search “Best Buy recycling” for their list).

These contain a small amount of mercury and cannot be placed in your regular garbage. Instead, take them to Home Depot, Lowe’s, Batteries Plus, or the CCC* for recycling. Virtually all of the material in a CFL is recyclable. Call 402-414-4179 to schedule a drop off the the HHM.

Furniture and bulky items can be taken to the CCC*, or arrange pickup by a waste hauler.

Purple bins are at:

• Hy-Vee (2827 Hamilton Blvd., 4500 Sergeant Rd., 3301 Gordon Dr.)
• Fareway (4040 War Eagle Dr., 4016 Indian Hills Dr.)
• Downtown at the Long Lines Family Rec Center parking lot.

Lids must be removed; no need to remove labels. More information on the program can be found on the Ripple Glass webpage.

Helium Tanks

Helium Tanks may be returned or recycled at AirGas located at 2700 Boulevard of Champions, in Sioux City, Iowa, 51111.  All labels should be intact and legible.  For more information, call 712-234-7154.

Propane Tanks

Propane tanks are best "recycled" when you have your tank refilled at a local vendor. 

To dispose of old tanks or tanks that are no longer needed, contact Ferrellgas at 402-494-4236 or drop the tank off at one of their locations.  https://www.ferrellgas.com/locations/

Do not flush unused medicines! Wastewater facilities are not equipped to filter these out, so if pharmaceuticals are released into our waterways they may cause ecological harm. Prescription drugs may be returned to your local pharmacy for proper disposal. Controlled substances can be deposited at the secure drop box in the Sioux City Police Department’s lobby (601 Douglas St).

Tires can be taken to the CCC*. Cost is $10 per tire without the rim; $16.50 per tire with the rim.