Please be advised that we will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving and CLOSED for Christmas Eve.
Charlotte Area Recycling Authority
The Charlotte Area Recycling Authority (CARA) is a local drop-off recycling center for residents in and surrounding the Charlotte, Michigan area, located at 201 Hall Street. The Center is funded through donations, sale of recyclable materials and grants from Eaton County Resource Recovery. While recycling is a free service, donations are always welcomed and greatly appreciated.
Sunday, November 10, 2024
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Current Acceptable Items List for CARA
*Donations always accepted and appreciated! We also accept returnable cans and bottles as donation!
*Please come pre-sorted as much as possible to expedite drop-off!
*Do not dump - no recycling available outside of open hours except for businesses/organizations that schedule with staff.
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
*ATTENTION*
We CANNOT accept any battery containing electronic device including but not limited to:
- NO Vape pens
- NO Shavers
- NO Flashlights
- NO Portable light fixtures
If the batteries are easily removed from the device, we will be happy to accept the batteries once they are removed. If the batteries are not easily removable from the device, we cannot accept them or the device containing them. Please do not leave these devices at CARA!
Thank you for your assistance and understanding with this matter.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
CLOSED SATURDAY 09/07/24 FOR FRONTIER DAYS!
*REMINDER! We will be CLOSED on Saturday, September 7, 2024 for Frontier Days! We plan to reopen on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 8am-12pm for all of your recycling needs.
Have a rootin' tootin' good time! 🤠🐎
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Monday, August 12, 2024
NO LONGER ACCEPTING CAPS AT CARA