Coon Rapids Recycling Center to Close on New Year’s Day, Resume Operations January 2

COON RAPIDS, Minn. — The City of Coon Rapids has announced that the Coon Rapids Recycling Center will be closed on Thursday, January 1, in observance of New Year’s Day, in accordance with the city’s holiday schedule. The facility will reopen on Friday, January 2, at 9 a.m., returning to normal winter operating hours.

The Recycling Center is located at 1827 111th Avenue NW, approximately one block east of Hanson Boulevard, and serves residents of Coon Rapids as well as communities across Anoka County. City officials encourage residents to plan ahead, particularly given the increased volume of recycling and disposal needs that typically follow the holiday season.

Seasonal Hours and Holiday Closures

The Recycling Center operates on a seasonal schedule and observes all city recognized holidays. Because New Year’s Day falls within the winter operating period, the following hours apply:

• October through March (Winter Hours): Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• April through September (Summer Hours): Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The facility is closed year round on Sundays, Mondays, and city recognized holidays, including New Year’s Day.

Post Holiday Recycling and Disposal Services

The January 2 reopening is often one of the busiest days of the year, as residents dispose of packaging, decorations, and household items accumulated during the holidays. The Recycling Center provides access to materials not typically accepted through curbside recycling programs.

Available services include:

• Hard to recycle items: Electronics such as televisions and monitors, appliances, and mattresses are accepted for a fee.
• Free drop offs: Scrap metal, motor oil, antifreeze, and automotive batteries are accepted at no cost.
• Reuse Room: Residents may drop off or pick up usable household products, including paint, cleaners, and automotive fluids, at no charge, supporting waste reduction and reuse.

Holiday Recycling Guidelines

City recycling staff remind residents to properly sort common holiday materials:

• Cardboard: Gift boxes and shipping containers should be flattened before recycling.
• Wrapping paper: Plain paper is recyclable, but paper containing foil, glitter, metallic finishes, or plastic coatings should be placed in the trash.
• Holiday lights: Light strands are accepted as scrap metal or electronics and should not be placed in curbside recycling bins.

Curbside Collection Impacts

While the city operated Recycling Center will be closed on January 1, curbside trash and recycling collection is handled by private haulers, including Walters, Republic Services, ACE, and Waste Management.

Because New Year’s Day falls on a Thursday, many residents with Thursday or Friday collection days should expect a one day delay, with Thursday service shifting to Friday and Friday service moving to Saturday. Residents are advised to confirm specific schedules directly with their waste hauler.

City Offices and Public Safety

The Recycling Center closure coincides with the closure of Coon Rapids City Center administrative offices for the holiday. While administrative and public works staff observe New Year’s Day, Coon Rapids Police and Fire Departments remain fully operational to respond to emergencies.

Residents seeking additional information can contact Recycling Coordinator Colleen Sinclair at 763-767-6485 or visit the city’s official recycling webpage at coonrapidsmn.gov/373/Recycling.

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