White goods and scrap metal are collected at the landfill. CFC's are removed, if necessary, and the metal is recycled. Telephone books are collected seasonally for recycling. Christmas trees are collected for subsequent use by the Department of Natural Resources as fish breeding habitats in area waters. Trees are also collected at the transfer stations and mulched.
Cardboard is collected at all transfer stations.
Some area stores collect cardboard boxes, Kraft paper bags, and plastic bags for recycling. Some area office buildings and stores recycle white paper. All 24 public schools and 8 private schools recycle cardboard and office paper. The County has expanded recycling in the heavier used parks, public boat landings, and the regional airport. The County participates in the National Buy-Recycled Business Alliance and the National Office Paper Recycling Project.