Collection Events
The City hosts special recycling collection events for residents with assistance from solid waste abatement grant funds. Find upcoming collection events below.
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Annual Clean-Up Day | Saturday, September 24, 2022, 8 a.m-12 p.m.
Clean-Up Day is an annual one-stop-shop disposal event hosted for the residents of Inver Grove Heights, West St. Paul, and Sunfish Lake. The event will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Public Works Facility (8168 Barbara Avenue). Cash and check payment only; please bring small bills. Proof of residency, such as a driver’s license, is required.
Download a printable version of the Accepted Items List (below), here.
NOT Accepted
Household hazardous waste (including paint and chemicals) and construction & demolition debris (concrete, insulation, asphalt, lumber, shingles, etc.) are NOT ACCEPTED at Clean-Up Day. See the Year-Round Disposal Opportunities section below.
Accepted Items & Prices
See the table below for accepted items and prices. Cash and check payment only. Please bring small bills. Proof of residency, such as a driver’s license, is required.
Accepted Items | Prices (Cash and Checks Only) |
Appliances |
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Batteries |
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Bicycles |
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Carpet & Padding |
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Clothing, Shoes, Accessories & Textiles |
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Confidential Paper Shredding |
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Electronics |
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Exercise Equipment |
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Furniture
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Light Bulbs |
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Mattresses & Box Springs |
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Miscellaneous Items |
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Propane Tanks |
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Scrap Metal (Grill, lawn mower, etc.) |
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Tires |
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This event is partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County.
Year-Round Disposal Options
- Reduce & Reuse Map. Is your item in good condition? Try to donate or sell it before recycling or throwing it away. Visit the Reduce & Reuse Map to find the closest places to donate goods on the Reduce & Reuse Map. You can also use online platforms such as Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and Nextdoor to give away or sell items to your neighbors.
- Online Recycling Guide. Use the online Recycling Guide to find where to recycle and dispose of items locally and year-round. Search by item here,
- The Recycling Zone. Only a short drive from IGH, The Recycling Zone (3365 Dodd Road, Eagan) is a special collection facility open year-round that offers subsidized disposal opportunities. Dispose of household hazardous waste, most electronics, scrap metal, cardboard and more for FREE. Tires, TVs and computer monitors have a small fee. Visit The Recycling Zone for a full list of accepted items, prices and hours of operation.
Questions?
Email Ally Sutherland or call 651-604-8511.
Winter Clothing Swap | Wednesday, October 26, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Stop by our Winter Clothing Swap to exchange gently used winter clothing with other IGH residents for free! Bring in your gently used winter clothing you no longer need, then swap for something new-to-you. It a great way to clear our your closet and refresh it for no cost. The event is open to all ages and all items are free to swap. Event is located at the VMCC, Community Room 1 (8055 Barbara Ave).
- Accepted Items: New or gently used adult’s or children's coats, boots, snow pants, hats, mittens and scarves. Items must be clean and in good condition.
- Can't Attend? Limited space is available for pre-event drop-off of winter clothing. Please contact Ally Sutherland to coordinate a winter clothing drop-off prior to the Swap event.
Dakota County Community Swaps
Dakota County also hosts community swaps throughout the year. Find details on Dakota County Community Swaps here.
Questions?
Contact Ally Sutherland or call 651-604-8511.
This event is partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County.
Compost Your Pumpkin | Saturday, Nov. 5 - Sunday, Nov. 6, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Keep your Jack-o-Lanterns out of the trash this year by bringing yours to the IGH Pumpkin Composting Event!
- Accepted Items: Carved or uncarved pumpkins. No painted pumpkins, candles or bags accepted.
- Location: VMCC Parking Lot. Place in organics dumpster outside of VMCC, Door G.
All pumpkins collected will be brought to the Mulch Store compost facility in Rosemount where they will be turned into compost—a valuable soil additive. Compost improves soil quality, reduces erosion, reduces greenhouse gases, and decreases the need for chemical fertilizers. Learn more about how you can participate in organics recycling year round here.
Questions?
Email Ally Sutherland or call 651-604-8511
This event is partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County.
Confidential Paper Shredding Events
Have confidential paper that needs to be shredded? Instead of shredding at home, bring your materials to a confidential paper shredding event or a retail location that shreds for you. This will ensure your personal information stays secure and your paper gets recycled.
2022 Event Details
The City of Inver Grove Heights hosts two FREE confidential paper shredding events every Spring and Fall for Inver Grove Heights residents. Stop by to have your confidential paper shredded and recycled by a secure onsite shredding truck.
- Spring Paper Shredding Event: Saturday, May 14, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | City Hall Parking Lot, 8150 Barbara Ave.
- Clean-Up Day: Saturday, Sept. 24, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | City Hall Parking Lot, 8150 Barbara Ave.
Permanent Shredding Sites
To find local companies that provide shredding services year round, visit the Recycling Guide and search confidential material. Fees vary by business and already shredded paper is not accepted at most locations. Please contact the business to ensure they are currently operating and accepting confidential paper for shredding.
Already shredded paper
If shredding at home, keep this out of your recycling cart. With new technology, shredded paper causes problems at recycling sorting facilities and often does not get recycled. Instead, put your shredded paper in a paper bag and drop off at The Recycling Zone. Please note The Recycling Zone only accepts shredded paper and does not provide shredding services.
Questions?
Email Ally Sutherland or call 651-604-8511
This event is partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County.