Help Minneapolis Prevent Recycling Theft

Recycling theft, also known as "scrapping" or "scavenging" is the unauthorized collection of recyclable materials set out by residents for authorized collection programs with the City. City of Minneapolis Ordinance 244.355(c) states that it is against the law. Although you may feel this is a harmless crime, scavenging gives individuals an opportunity to survey what items you have in your alley, garage and home and takes revenue from the City that could have helped keep your solid waste fees lower.

You can discourage scrappers and scavengers by not putting your recyclables out until the day of pickup and encouraging your neighbors to do the same. Call 911 if you see scrappers and scavengers taking items.