Our mission at CARA is to provide reliable, convenient, and free recycling services for Charlotte and the surrounding communities. Through responsible material recovery, community donations, and local millage support, we work to divert waste from landfills, promote environmental stewardship, and make sustainable living easy and accessible for everyone.
Friday, October 24, 2025
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
HOUSEHOLD BATTERIES NO LONGER ACCEPTED AT CARA
🚫 Important Recycling Update from CARA 🚫
Due to Eaton County Resource Recovery ending their battery collection program with us, CARA is no longer able to accept household batteries for recycling, effective immediately.
Unfortunately, CARA cannot continue the battery program independently as CARA does not have the funding to absorb the high cost to recycle household batteries.
For guidance on how to properly recycle household batteries, please contact Eaton County Resource Recovery directly at 517-543-3686 or recycle@eatoncounty.org.
Please note that automotive batteries are currently still accepted at CARA at this time, but this is subject to change at any time.
We apologize for any inconvenience, and we genuinely appreciate your understanding and continued support as we navigate this difficult transition.

