Subject: Trash & Recycling Pickup Delays Due to Icy Roads Dear Mishawaka Residents, I wanted to take a moment to update you on trash and recycling pickup as we deal with the challenges of icy road conditions. Waste Management is doing everything they can to complete routes as scheduled; however, safety must come first. If your trash is not picked up today, please know that crews will make every effort to collect it tomorrow. We understand the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through these weather-related delays. Thank you for your cooperation, and please stay safe in these conditions. Best regards, Matt Lentsch      

Mishawaka Trash Pickup and Recycling Program

Everything You Need to Know about Your Trash and Recyclables

Mishawaka partners with Waste Management (WM) to provide our residents with a high-value, low-cost service for the weekly curbside collection of recyclables, trash and garbage, large furniture and appliances, and yard waste. Residents are billed for trash service on their Mishawaka utility bill.

If residents have questions regarding pickup days or need to make changes to their services, please visit the Mishawaka Community Waste Management Website.

Download the Mishawaka Trash and Recycling 2025 Guidelines for information and resources on weekly collection services, bulk collection, holidays and recycling services. 

What Belongs in Your Trash Bin

WM provides a 96 gallon cart for weekly trash collection. Containers must be placed against the curb by 6 a.m.

WM also offers collection of bulk items. Mishawaka residents can conveniently receive collection of up to two (2) bulk items each week on their regular collection day.

Yes! Please Throw AwayNo! Do Not Throw Away
Food wasteConstruction waste
Chip bagsAuto parts
Paper towelsTires
Plastic bagsHousehold hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners)
TextilesMedical or electronic waste

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Mishawaka Recycling Program

Residents’ recycling is collected by Waste Management (WM). WM provides one (1) 96-gallon cart (green with yellow lid) for recycling. Residents can place their recycling on their curbside on the same day as their trash collection day.

Please ensure your trash and recycling items are not commingled. For helpful tips on what items should be recycled, download the following information sheets.

Yes! Please RecycleNo! Do Not Recycle
Plastic Bottles & ContainersFood or Liquids
PaperFoam Cups & Containers
Glass Bottles & ContainersGreen Waste
Flattened Cardboard & PaperboardBatteries
Food & Beverage CansLoose Plastic Bags, Bagged Recyclables or Film
Clothing, Furniture & Carpet

Visit the Mishawaka Community WM website to submit a service request and to receive information on collection guidelines, acceptable materials, seasonal and other Mishawaka programs.

Trash and Recycling Resources

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