Recycling Guidelines 2026
This booklet was created by the Residents’ Council Conservation Committee, Summer 2026
Resident Food Composting Dropoff Guidelines
Guidelines on Food Composting Drop Off. Starting in October all restaurants will collect composting:
Atrium in the lobby next to 6 ft. table
Fireside in the lobby in front of fireplace
Café on Main in the lobby next to 6 ft. table
Shortline Café area next to piano
Terrace in waiting area next to “fireplace
Frequently Asked Questions on Food Composting
This FAQ provides many answers on how the Food Scrap Program Works
What Works and What Doesn’t Work – Food Composting
Tips on what does and doesn’t work when collecting food composting
Purchasing Your Own Compostable Bags
Currently Amazon is the best way to purchase compostable bags.
Water Conservation Request
Residents’ Council Conservation Committee Releases Sustainable Grounds Report
The “Sustainable Grounds Report” released by the Residents’ Council Conservation Committee, which provides an overview of sustainable landscaping practices and their benefits for both Charlestown and the environment, is now available online.
Aluminum Can Recycling at Charlestown
A look at the aluminum can recycling program at Charlestown
Waste Management Single Stream Recycling
Many of us are curious about what happens to our recycled materials after they leave Charlestown. The linked video shows the recycling process at a Waste Management facility much like the one our material goes to.
Watch the video.