Holiday Hours!

Please be advised that we will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving and CLOSED for Christmas Eve. 

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.

 *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. 

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! 🤠🐎

Please note that we will be OPEN Labor Day Weekend (Saturday, August 31, 2024) from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for all your recycling needs. ♻️

*REMINDER that we will be CLOSED for Frontier Days Weekend (Saturday, September 7, 2024).

NO LONGER ACCEPTING CAPS AT CARA

 

TEMPORARY CAP COLLECTION IS COMPLETED! 

GFWC - Charlotte, MI has reached their goal and will no longer need any more caps. Thank you so much to everyone that participated! We hope to be able to offer cap collection again in the future but until we have an outlet for them, we will no longer be accepting them at CARA. Thank you for understanding! 

Fundraiser Dinner for CARA on 8/22/24 at Applebee's!

 Save-the-Date! Thursday, August 22nd Applebee's will be hosting a fundraiser dinner for CARA! Just mention CARA when you dine in or carry out and 20% of your meal price will be donated to CARA!

More information here: https://www.groupraise.com/events/284253

ROAD CLOSED

 *ATTENTION* Hall St. is closed between Railroad and Oliver Streets until further notice. CARA Patrons will need to come down Oliver Street to access the recycling center.

Please do not drive around the barricades!

Thank you!

NO YARD WASTE AT CARA

Did you know? CARA does NOT accept yard waste at our facility. City of Charlotte residents can take advantage of yard waste drop off at the DPW Garage at 301 Tirrell Hwy (for more information, please call 517-543-8858). Eaton County residents outside of City of Charlotte can contact Eaton County Resource Recovery to see if there is a yard waste program in your area (please call 517-543-3686). Thank you!

CARA to be CLOSED 7/4/24 in Honor of Independence Day

REMINDER! CARA will be CLOSED on Thursday, July 4, 2024 in observance of Independence Day. We will re-open at our regularly scheduled time (8am-12pm) on Saturday, July 6, 2024.

NOTICE OF POSSIBLE CLOSINGS THIS WEEK DUE TO HEAT

Attention: Due to the Excessive Heat Watch issued by the National Weather Service for our region through Friday, June 21, 2024, there is a possibility that CARA (Charlotte Area Recycling Authority) may need to close, likely without much notice. As Michigan weather tends to change rapidly, we want to prioritize the safety of our staff, volunteers, and recyclers. Unfortunately, CARA does not have a designated cool-down location. Please stay informed and take necessary precautions during this heatwave.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

#CARAcares

CARA to be OPEN tomorrow 05.25.24

 This Memorial weekend, we remember and honor all of our brave heroes that served and sacrificed.  

Please note, we will be OPEN this Saturday 05/25/2024 from 8am-12pm for all of your recycling needs. 

Have a wonderful and safe weekend! 

Join Our Team at CARA!

To Apply Visit: Current Employment Opportunities | City of Charlotte (charlottemi.gov)

 

Volunteers Needed!!

 

Recycle Your Solar Eclipse Glasses!

 CARA will be a collection site for sending Solar Eclipse Glasses to Latin America! Bring your glasses to us and we will do the rest!  ♻💚

Accepting Plastic Egg Cartons for Upcycling!

 

TEMPORARY CAP COLLECTION AT CARA!

GFWC - Charlotte, MI is partnering with Green Tree Plastics with the goal of obtaining enough caps that can be recycled into a bench, which will be placed at the Charlotte Forest Garden located near the industrial park. 

Please note that this is only temporary, and that CARA will be the collection location until enough caps are collected for the project. Thank you to everyone that participates!

Visit Charlotte Dairy Queen on Earth Day 4.22.24!

 Celebrate Earth Day with us! Mark your calendars to visit Charlotte, MI Dairy Queen on April 22nd, 10% of all sales will go towards CARA!

CARA to be CLOSED on Tuesday 01/23/2024

 CARA to be CLOSED on

Tuesday 01/23/2024 due to the predicted ice and freezing rain.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

It is our plan to re-open on Thursday, 01/25/24 from 2pm to 6pm.

Thank you for understanding and stay safe and warm! #CARAcares

CARA to be CLOSED on Saturday 01/20/2024

 CARA to be CLOSED on Saturday 01/20/2024 due to the predicted cold temperatures. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

*Reminder* CARA does not have a heat source and it is unsafe for staff and volunteers to be exposed to such low temperatures for an extended period of time.

It is our plan to re-open on Tuesday 01/23/24 at our regular schedule of 8am to 12pm.

Thank you for understanding and stay safe and warm! #CARAcares

CARA to be OPEN on THURSDAY 01/18/24

 CARA to be OPEN on Thursday 01/18/24 from 2pm to 6pm.

*Please be advised that if the temperatures drop to unsafe working conditions, we will close early.

CARA to be CLOSED Tuesday 01/16/24

 CARA to be CLOSED on Tuesday 01/16/2024 due to the predicted cold temperatures. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. 

*Reminder* CARA does not have a heat source and it is unsafe for staff and volunteers to be exposed to such low temperatures for an extended period of time. 

It is our plan to re-open on Thursday, 01/18/24, we will post an update either way on Wednesday, 01/17/24.
 
Thank you for understanding and stay safe and warm! #CARAcares

CARA to be CLOSED on SATURDAY 01/13/24

 *ATTENTION*

Due to the inclement weather, CARA will be CLOSED on SATURDAY, 01/13/24.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Thank you for understanding. Stay safe & warm! #CARAcares

CARA to be OPEN 1/11/24

 Yes! We will be OPEN today, Thursday 1/11/24
from 2pm to 6pm!

*We are still unsure if we will be open Saturday 1/13/24 but we will post either way on Friday 1/12/24.

Thank you for understanding!