Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Meridian Charter Township
Trash Day
Curbside trash collection is not provided directly by Meridian Township. Residents contract independently with private haulers, such as Granger Waste Services or Waste Management, which schedule pickup days by service area.
Recycling
Curbside recycling is available through your chosen private hauler. Township residents can also drop off recyclables at the Meridian Recycling Center located at 5976 E. Lake Drive in Haslett.
Yard Waste
Curbside yard waste pickup is offered seasonally by private haulers as an add-on service. Yard debris can also be dropped off for a fee at the Meridian Recycling Center.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection is contracted and billed separately through private haulers and is not included on your municipal utility bill. Meridian Township utility bills cover water and sewer services only.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Drop Box, In-Person
Varies by hauler (e.g., Granger carts are typically gray/brown, WM are green) Bin (Trash)
Bag all trash before placing it in the cart to prevent littering on windy Michigan days. Contact your chosen hauler for specific weight limits.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food wrappers
- ✓General refuse
Varies by hauler (e.g., Granger uses Curby carts with yellow/orange lids) Bin (Recycling)
Meridian relies on single-stream recycling through its haulers. Ensure all containers are rinsed clean and dry. Break down all cardboard boxes flat.
Accepted Items
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Mixed paper and junk mail
- ✓Metal cans and aluminum foil
- ✓Clear and colored glass bottles
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is not collected by the township. Subscribe to a seasonal yard waste program with your hauler or drop it off at the Meridian Recycling Center for a small fee.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand or via scheduled subscription
Placement
If you schedule a pickup with your hauler, place bulk items at the curb no earlier than the night before your agreed-upon collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (freon must be removed)
- ✓ Carpeting (cut and rolled)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Liquid paints
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Concrete or heavy demolition debris
Both haulers charge an extra fee per bulk item. Alternatively, you can rent a dumpster from Reclaimed by Design or bring bulky trash directly to their transfer station for a volume-based fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because collection is handled by private haulers, schedules shift by one day if the holiday falls on a weekday. Friday collections are typically pushed to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Private seasonal yard waste collections are subject to hauler schedules and may be suspended entirely during the week of major winter holidays.
The Meridian Recycling Center may also have altered hours around holidays. Call 517-703-4498 to confirm before visiting.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
May - SeptemberTake advantage of the Ingham County free Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Clean out your garage and safely dispose of old chemicals before the program closes for the winter.
Autumn
October - NovemberDuring heavy leaf-drop season, remember that burning yard waste is highly restricted. Bag your leaves in biodegradable kraft bags if subscribing to a private yard waste route, or haul them to Reclaimed by Design.
Winter
December - MarchMichigan snowstorms can delay private hauling schedules. If poor road conditions prevent Granger or Waste Management from completing their routes, leave your bins at the curb; recovery usually happens the next safe business day.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Cans? Turn Your Bottles and Cans into Cash Around Meridian!
Hey Meridian neighbors! While Meridian Township doesn't have a curbside recycling pickup, you can still make a little cash from your empties. Michigan has a state bottle deposit law, so look for the 'MI' on your cans and bottles. You can take those to places like the Meridian Mall Redemption Center (check their hours!) or other local redemption centers in the greater Lansing area to get your deposit back. It's a great way to get a little something back while keeping recyclables out of the landfill.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Meridian Township
Before you toss that couch or those clothes, think about giving them a new home! For usable items, consider donating to places like the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Lansing. They take furniture, appliances, and building materials. You can also check out local thrift stores like the St. Vincent de Paul in Okemos. Donating is a fantastic way to help others in our community and keep perfectly good items from going to waste. Just a quick call to a charity can tell you what they accept!
Keeping Meridian Clean: Report Dumped Stuff and Stay Informed
Let's keep Meridian Charter Township looking its best! While there aren't specific public community clean-up events advertised right now, if you ever spot items dumped illegally in public areas, the best thing to do is report it. You can contact the Meridian Township Public Works Department. They handle a lot of the upkeep and can address issues like illegal dumping. Keeping an eye out and reporting problems helps everyone enjoy our beautiful area.
Drop-off Facilities
Meridian Recycling Center (Reclaimed by Design)
5976 E Lake Dr, Haslett, MI 48840
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Meridian Township provide municipal trash collection?
No, Meridian Township operates an open-market system. The local government does not offer curbside garbage, recycling, or yard waste collection. Residents and businesses must set up their own service by contacting either Granger Waste Services or Waste Management.
Where can I recycle Styrofoam in Meridian Township?
Clean expanded polystyrene foam (Styrofoam) can be dropped off at the Meridian Recycling Center, operated by Reclaimed by Design, located at 5976 E. Lake Drive in Haslett.
How do I dispose of hazardous materials like paint and chemicals?
Hazardous waste is not accepted in your regular trash bins. Ingham County residents can utilize the Health Department's Household Hazardous Waste program, which runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM between May and September.
Can I rent a dumpster for a home project in Meridian?
Yes. Because waste removal is privatized, you can rent roll-off dumpsters directly from your chosen hauler, or through Reclaimed by Design, which offers same-day dumpster rentals with extended rental times for local residents.