Refuse & Recycling Programs
Sylvania, along with other local agencies, offers a variety of refuse and recycling programs. City residents are currently offered not only weekly curbside refuse pick but also bi-weekly recycling and green yard waste pick up. These programs work together to make our city a cleaner and more earth-friendly community.
Green yard waste bags are always available for purchase at the following locations:
- Sylvania Ace Hardware
- Sautter’s Food Center
- Both Sylvania Kroger Locations
Questions or Problems with Refuse or Recycling
Frequently asked questions & answers. If you have any further questions or are experiencing issues with your refuse and/or recycling please fill out our online Refuse Question/Complaint Form.
Refuse Programs
| Type of Refuse | Agency | Phone |
| 2025 Weekly Refuse Collection Schedule | Utilities | 419-885-8733 |
| Unlimited household refuse collection, large-item pickup Spring Pickup Information Fall Pickup Information |
Utilities | 419-885-8733 |
Recycling Programs
2025 Recycling Calendar
Pickup and Holiday Schedule Lookup
Acceptable Solid Waste
Unacceptable Solid Waste
For more information on proper recycling techniques click the link below.
www.recyclingsimplified.com
| Type of Recycling | Agency | Phone |
| Green/Yard Waste -Biweekly curbside pickup in official brown bags or can with current annual sticker Schedule A Schedule B | Scheduling – Parks & Forestry | 419-885-8992 |
| Special Green Waste Pickup | Scheduling – Parks & Forestry | 419-885-8992 |
| Yard Waste Drop-Off (Click HERE for Details) | Lucas County | 419-843-9663 |
| Leaf Collection | Street Division | 419-885-8733 |
| Paper, Plastics, Cans | Utilities | 419-885-8733 |
| Electronics and Miscellaneous Materials | Keep Toledo/ Lucas County Beautiful, Inc. | 419-213-2255 |
| Household Hazardous Waste | Lucas County | 419-213-2230 |
| Shred Day – One-day event to deter identity theft | Zoning | 419-885-8948 |
Refuse and Recycling Map
Pertinent Forms, Documents & Schedule
Green Yard Waste Schedule A
Green Yard Waste Schedule B
General Rules & Regulations (Refuse, Recycling, & Green Yard Waste)
Lucas County Household Hazard Waste Disposal Information
Lucas County Recycling Information
Refuse Fee Information Page
Refuse Fee Exemption Questions & Answers
Refuse Fee Exemption Application based on Sylvania taxes paid or based on income.
Picnic Environmental Tips
Sylvania Forest Products
Residents throughout Northwest Ohio buy rich compost made by the Parks & Forestry every year. Compost can be purchased and picked up at our facility.
For more information call 419-885-8992.
