Did you know that the $30.00 annual fee covers the recycling & hazardous waste disposal programs listed below for the WHOLE year.
Due to insurance regulations, you are responsible for unloading your vehicle.
PROGRAMS & LIMITS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm & The First Saturday (April - October) 9am - 1pm
The District Is Closed For All Federal Holidays.
2651 West Logansport Road Peru, IN 46970
You DO NOT have to check into the office for the following:
• Traditional Recycling •
• Clothing & Shoes •
• Books •
• Sharps •
• Flag Retirement •
2025 Program Information (pdf)
Download**LIMIT**
15 LBS. A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
Alkaline, small lead acid, button, rechargeable, and other batteries.
Please separate them by type.
** NO LIMIT **
Large Lead Acid Batteries (Vehicle Batteries)
**LIMIT**
2 CRT, PROJECTION TVs / MONITORS
A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
NOT ACCEPTED: Large Electronics
Flat screen TVs/ monitors, computer towers, laptops, gaming systems (controllers, steering wheels, cables, etc.), DVD players, VCRs, CRT (the old, heavy "box style") TVs, CRT computer monitors, microwaves, computer accessories (keyboards, mice, spe
**LIMIT**
2 CRT, PROJECTION TVs / MONITORS
A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
NOT ACCEPTED: Large Electronics
Flat screen TVs/ monitors, computer towers, laptops, gaming systems (controllers, steering wheels, cables, etc.), DVD players, VCRs, CRT (the old, heavy "box style") TVs, CRT computer monitors, microwaves, computer accessories (keyboards, mice, speakers, external cameras, etc.), projection TVs, stereo speakers, telephone systems, printers, satellite TV boxes (DISH/DirecTV), and Wi-Fi routers.
**LIMIT**
12 TIRES A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
NOT ACCEPTED: Semi, Large Truck or Tractor Tires
Tires MUST be separated from the rim.
**LIMIT**
100 4ft. Tubes | 50 8ft. Tubes | 84 Other A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
Do NOT tape fluorescent tubes together. For safe transportation, florescent tubes can be wrapped in an old blanket or towel.
**LIMIT**
20 GAL. A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
NOT ACCEPTED: Mixed, Aluminum, Or Dried Up Paint.
If you find that the paint is dried then you should take the lid off and dispose the container into your regular trash.
**LIMIT**
3 SMOKE DETECTORS A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
Please do not disassemble.
**LIMIT**
25 ITEMS
A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
NOT ACCEPTED: Radioactive Substances, Asbestos, Explosives.
Chemical items include flammables (fuels, lubricants, adhesives, alcohols, oil-based, products, etc.), poisons (pesticides, fertilizers, cleaners, antifreeze, etc.), and corrosives (ammonia, drain cleaners, lye, window cleaners, pool/hot tub ch
**LIMIT**
25 ITEMS
A YEAR AT NO CHARGE
NOT ACCEPTED: Radioactive Substances, Asbestos, Explosives.
Chemical items include flammables (fuels, lubricants, adhesives, alcohols, oil-based, products, etc.), poisons (pesticides, fertilizers, cleaners, antifreeze, etc.), and corrosives (ammonia, drain cleaners, lye, window cleaners, pool/hot tub chemicals, etc.)
Gasoline, Antifreeze, And Motor Oil
**LIMIT**
20 Gallons A Year At No Charge
Must be able to pour off into our containers.
NOT ACCEPTED: Controlled Substances.
You will be asked to fill out a form listing the medications you are dropping off. Controlled medications must be dropped off to the Peru City Hall/ Police Station.
Metal items include, metal chairs, gas tanks (drained), sinks, fences, filing cabinets, etc.
We accept freon containing appliances such as; refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, water coolers, air conditioners, and water dispensers. We also accept non-freon containing appliances such as; Ovens, stoves, washers, dryers, and microwaves.
!! NO CHECK-IN REQUIRED !!
Drop your used needles (sharps) and lancets at any of the three sharps kiosks in the county for proper disposal. No need to check into the office for this item. Sharps should be stored in either the medical sharps disposal containers or in rigid plastic containers (laundry detergent bottles). The District has a
!! NO CHECK-IN REQUIRED !!
Drop your used needles (sharps) and lancets at any of the three sharps kiosks in the county for proper disposal. No need to check into the office for this item. Sharps should be stored in either the medical sharps disposal containers or in rigid plastic containers (laundry detergent bottles). The District has a limited number of medical sharps containers available to help you out if needed. Do NOT use water bottles, milk jugs, or other thin plastic containers that are easily crushed.
**LOCATIONS**
Parking Lot Of Bolt Storage-
710 N. Broadway St. Peru, IN
Miami Co. Recycling District-
2651 West Logansport Rd. Peru, IN
End Of E. Canal-
Peru, IN
!! NO CHECK-IN REQUIRED !!
The District can help you respectfully retire your old worn out flag. No need to check in for this item. We are a collection location for the "Stars for our Troops" program. This organization takes old flags, cleans them and then trims the stars from the flags. The stars are then given to active duty, veterans, l
!! NO CHECK-IN REQUIRED !!
The District can help you respectfully retire your old worn out flag. No need to check in for this item. We are a collection location for the "Stars for our Troops" program. This organization takes old flags, cleans them and then trims the stars from the flags. The stars are then given to active duty, veterans, law enforcement and first responders. The remainder of the flags are then retired at a flag retirement ceremony.
The Miami County Recycling District
2651 West Logansport Road, Peru, Indiana 46970, United States