Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Delta Charter Township
Trash Day
Trash collection is not a municipal service; residents independently contract with private haulers (primarily Granger or Waste Management), which set pickup days based on neighborhood routes.
Recycling
Curbside recycling is provided by private haulers (including curbside recycling programs for Granger township subscribers). Drop-off recycling is also available at the Delta Township Recycling Center on Millett Highway.
Yard Waste
Curbside yard waste collection is available through private waste haulers. Seasonal yard waste drop-off is also hosted at the Delta Township Recycling Center from April through October.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling services are contracted directly through private haulers and billed separately from township water and sewer utilities.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH), Phone, Mail, In-Person, Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
An automatic 'Summer Sewer Max' credit is applied from April through September to ensure sewer charges do not increase due to outdoor lawn watering or pool filling.
Typically Green or Blue (Depending on Hauler) Bin (Trash)
All household trash must be bagged and fit entirely within your provided 96-gallon cart with the lid fully closed. Place at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled service day with handles facing the house.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and packaging
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Food waste
Blue or Green Cart (Designated as Recycler) Bin (Recycling)
Place all items loosely inside the cart; do not bag your recycling. Ensure all food containers are rinsed clean. Keep at least 2 feet of space between the recycling cart and the trash cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened corrugated cardboard
- ✓Mixed paper, magazines, and junk mail
- ✓Metal cans, aluminum foil, and trays
- ✓Clear and colored glass bottles
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam (EPS) packaging
- ✕Wax-coated boxes and 12-pack cases
- ✕Window glass and mirrors
- ✕Medical syringes
Yard Waste Bin
Requires a separate seasonal subscription. Must be placed in 30-gallon Kraft paper bags or designated yard waste carts. Never mix yard waste into regular trash or recycling bins.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Fallen leaves
- ✓Small twigs and branches
- ✓Organic garden debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By request only
Placement
Place bulk items at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day, keeping them at least 3 feet clear of your standard carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Non-freon appliances
- ✓ Rolled and tied carpeting
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquid paints
- ✕ Heavy construction materials (concrete, bricks)
- ✕ Automobile tires
- ✕ Yard waste and stumps
Because this is a subscription service, additional disposal fees apply for bulk items. You must contact your specific hauler to receive a quote and finalize the pickup date.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, curbside services on and after the holiday will run one day behind for the remainder of the week (e.g., Friday pickups move to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
Subscribed yard waste services follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as regular trash and recycling.
If a major holiday falls on a weekend, there will be absolutely no delay to the standard weekday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
November - MarchThe Delta Township Recycling Center shifts to reduced winter operating hours [1.1.5]. Heavy snowfall can occasionally delay private hauling routes; always ensure your cart is placed on a cleared surface, not on top of snowbanks.
Summer
April - OctoberThe Township Recycling Center expands to its summer schedule, remaining open later on Wednesdays. During peak lawn care season, ensure grass clippings are composted, bagged for a yard waste service, or left on the lawn—never blown into the street.
Holidays
Year-RoundMajor holidays trigger a one-day delay in collection services for subscribers of Granger and WM. Ensure you break down all excess cardboard boxes from holiday shopping before placing them in your recycling cart.
Local Tips & Community Info
Cash for Your Cans? Let's Talk Scrap in Delta!
While Delta Charter Township has a great recycling center at 5717 Millett Hwy, Lansing (check their summer hours for Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays!), you might be wondering if you can get a few bucks back for certain items. Michigan has a bottle deposit law, so don't forget to redeem those cans and bottles for cash at participating redemption centers! For other scrap metal items, you'll likely need to look for local scrap yards. A quick search for "scrap metal recycling near Delta Charter Township" should point you in the right direction for places that might buy your unwanted metal.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Delta Township
Instead of tossing items that are still in good shape, why not pass them on to someone who can use them? For furniture, clothing, and household goods, the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store in Lansing is a fantastic option, and it's pretty close to Delta Charter Township. Another great spot is the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Lansing, which takes donations of building materials, furniture, and appliances – perfect for DIYers or anyone looking for a bargain. Your cast-offs can be someone else's treasure!
Keeping Delta Township Spick and Span: Beyond the Bin
Beyond your regular trash and recycling pickups, Delta Charter Township offers resources to help keep our community clean. If you've got electronics or hazardous waste, keep an eye out for special collection days announced by the township or Ingham County. For any illegal dumping you might spot, it's best to report it right away to the township's CART office at (517) 483-4400. They can help ensure it's dealt with properly and doesn't spoil our neighborhoods.
Drop-off Facilities
Delta Township Recycling Center
5717 Millett Highway, Lansing, MI 48917
Materials Accepted
Granger Disposal Center of Lansing
16500 Wood Road, Lansing, MI 48906
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Delta Township provide municipal trash collection?
No. Delta Charter Township operates on an open-market system [1.1.1]. Residents must set up their own subscription for trash and recycling collection by contracting directly with private haulers like Granger Waste Services or Waste Management.
Where can I drop off extra recycling or household batteries?
The Delta Township Recycling Center, located at 5717 Millett Highway, is a free drop-off facility for residents. It accepts plastics, glass, metals, paper, household batteries, and CFL bulbs. Hours vary between the summer and winter seasons.
What should I do if my garbage pickup is delayed for a holiday?
If you are contracted with Granger, collections are delayed by one day only if one of their six observed major holidays falls on a weekday. If the holiday is on a weekend, your service day will not change.
How do I throw away a large couch or refrigerator?
Because standard garbage trucks cannot lift large items, you must call your contracted hauler to schedule a special bulk pickup. Appliances containing Freon will require professional refrigerant removal before they can be collected.