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Bulk Item Pick Up

Bulk item pick up is available through the City of Chelsea. Call (734) 475-7955 for the disposal fees and to schedule pick up date.

Brush Pick Up

On lawn extension, stack larger limbs (1-6") in low piles and place smaller twigs in a garbage can or brown paper bags. Pick up is on the second Monday of each month.

Leaves and grass trimmings are only picked up in the fall. In spring and summer, bring them to the city compost pile at the Transfer Station.

Reusing and Recycling in Chelsea, Michigan

Recycling Services and Drop-off Locations

Chelsea recycling is handled by the Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority. The Chelsea Transfer Station (aka the city dump) is on Werkner Road, and can be reached at (734) 475-6160.

Drop Off Locations

Recyclables can be dropped off in the bins outside Polly's Country Market or Vogel's Party Store.

City of Chelsea

Guide to Recycling on the City of Chelsea's website explains what items can be recycled.
Recyclables are picked up on Wednesday or Thursday, depending on your address. Call the Transfer Station (475-6160) or City Office (475-1771) for details.

Outside Chelsea

For residents outside city limits, see the Washtenaw County Recycling Guide to find your community.

Freecycling items that are still useful

There is a great trend across the country called freecycling, and Chelsea has its own group, called Chelsea Recycle (formerly Chelsea Freecycle). The concept is simple. You have a perfectly good item you no longer need, and you post an on-line message letting people know it's available. You then choose a recipient and arrange pick up. It saves countless items from going to the landfill, and helps you declutter!

Learn more about Chelsea Recycle - featured on this site

Wait! Before you throw that in the trash....

For items you might normally throw out, such as batteries, old bikes, carpets, outdated computers, etc. check out these links for drop off locations, proper disposal tips, and suggestions for reusing, regiving or refurbishing.

A guide to disposal options for not-so-recyclable materials in Washtenaw County - what to do with old batteries, antifreeze, carpeting, yard materials and other household waste. Check it out before you throw it out!
Disposing of old medication (eWashtenaw article)
What are the options for my old computer? (eWashtenaw article)
- EPA Recycling in Chelsea - Drop off location for old computers and other electronic equipment. Recycles and refurbishes old machines. Tel: (734) 769-0705.

Reducing Home Toxics

So, you can't throw it away because it's toxic, you can't recycle it, and no one else wants it. How do you dispose of toxic trash such as motor oil, fluorescent light tubes, oil based stains, etc.? Most household toxic trash can be brought to the Home Toxics Reduction Center at 705 N. Zeeb Road (just north of exit 169 on I-94).

Public Transportation

Using public transportation is a great way to save your money and the earths resources.

The WAVE. (Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express). Offering door-to-door rides within Chelsea and Dexter, and connecting to the #9 AATA bus (see below). The cost is $1.50 - $2.00 for senior citizens and handicapped individuals, and $3 to $4 for everyone else. Call (734) 475-9494 for more information.
AATA - "The Ride" from Ann Arbor comes almost out to Chelsea, but not quite. But you can connect to the AATA via the WAVE and then get just about anywhere you want in the area.