drop off site

De Pere Drop-Off site available for large, bulky, electronic and metal items

The City of De Pere offers a drop-off site for residents wishing to dispose of large items, appliances, scrap metal and electronics. Here's some helpful information on the items we collect at this facility, as well as your options for disposing of items we do not collect.

Location and hours:

The site is open April through November on Wednesday from 3 PM to 7 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to 4 PM and located at 925 S. Sixth Street, De Pere. 

Who can use this drop-off site?

The site is available for residents residing within the corporate limits of the City of De Pere. Having a De Pere mailing address does not necessarily make you eligible to use this site. You must show a valid ID upon entering the facility. Please call the office if you have questions. 

Is there a fee to use the site?

The site is free to use for City of De Pere residents with a few exceptions outlined below for select electronics and freon appliances.

It's my first time. What's the process like? 

As you enter the gate you will notice signs indicating to "stay right", "address verification ahead", and then "stop".  In order to ensure only residents within the corporate City of De Pere limits are using the facility, you will be asked to show ID.  The attendant will ask what you are dropping off and may inspect at your vehicle.  The attendant will direct you where to drop off the items.  If dropping off electronics in the Cyber Green recycling bin, please place cash or check in the box for items that have a fee.

What items do you accept? What items do I need to take elsewhere? 

We accept a wide-range of items. Please review the general guidance below. If you have questions on items not listed or you need clarification, please call 920-339-4060.                        

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS

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Non-Freon Appliances**

 Electronics**

Lawn chair

 Snow blowers
Artificial trees Entertainment Center Lawn mower Styrofoam (large)
Bathtub Exercise Equipment Lawn/holiday display items Swing set (metal only)
Birdbath Flooring Mattress/box spring Tables
Bookcase (freestanding) Furniture Metal Toilets
Cabinets Grill (remove tanks) Patio furniture Waste motor oil
Carpet/pad Hot tub/covers Rain gutters/ downspouts Water heater
Ceiling tiles Insulation Rugs Water softener
Countertops Ironing board Showers Wheelbarrow
Doors Ladders Sinks Window

**Electronics and Freon appliances are accepted at the De Pere drop-off site, but are not accepted during curbside collections. This operation is available through an agreement with Cyber Green, LLC. Many items can be dropped off free of charge. There is a fee for the following items payable with check or cash on site. When paying with cash, please use the exact amount as no change can be provided. 

LCD Monitor                        $10

Air Conditioners                      $5

CRT Monitor                        $20

Refrigerators                           $10

TVs under 30"                     $25

Freezers                                   $10

TVs over 30"                       $50

 Dehumidifier                            $5

Projection TV                      $50

 Console TV                               $50

We understand that our drop-off site hours may not work for everyone. Please keep in mind the following locations also exist for recycling electronics: 

UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS

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Bagged household garbage Concrete Remodeling debris Sod/dirt
Household recycling Construction debris Roofing materials Yardwaste
Cardboard Junk wood/lumber Siding Brush

What can I do with items that you don't accept? 

Standard Garbage & Standard Large Items

Items that are not accepted at the City drop-off site can be taken to Brown County Waste Transfer Station, 3734 W. Mason St, Green Bay (call for rates and hours at 920-492-4950), Brown County South Landfill, 1258 Mill Road, Greenleaf (call for rates and hours at 920-492-4950), or GFL Environmental, 1799 County PP, De Pere (call for rates and hours 920-983-3341). 

Hazardous Materials

Hazardous Household Waste Materials (such as antifreeze, automotive batteries, brake fluid, cooking oil, fertilizer/weed killer, light bulbs, gasoline, propane tanks, liquid paint, and thinners/solvents) can be taken to the Brown County Hazardous Material Recovery, 2561 S. Broadway, Green Bay (call for rates and hours 920-492-4950).

If you are seeing information on motor oil, please click here for details on disposal of this specific item. 

Brush and Yardwaste

Brush and yardwaste can be taken to the City of De Pere Compost Facility or set out at the curb during designated collection times.

Do you offer any curbside collection of large items?  

The City of De Pere periodically offers curbside collection of large and bulky items. Residents may place items out to their curb area and Public Staff load up and haul away accepted items. Please visit this page for more information on large item curbside collection.