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Help our Community by Recycling***

Click here to go the the Marquette Waste site


  NO, glass is not accepted in your curbside cart but can be taken to the Township Hall. Starting in June, our Glass Only Recycle Trailer will be open Mon-Fri 8a-2p except Holidays. In Michigamme


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​Before You Burn
We ask that before you burn, you notify the Township Office and our local Fire Department. We ask that you also please remember to check the DNR website for area burning bans and permit information. The site also has information regarding your responsibilities, restrictions, and guidelines. https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/ or call 866-922-BURN (866-922-2876). Thank you for your cooperation.

Hazardous Waste Disposal
Hazardous waste can be taken to West Ishpeming Transfer Station in West Ishpeming. For more info call 906-486-8191. 
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Dates 2023
Wed, June 7, 2023: hours 3-7 p.m.
Wed, Aug 9, 23: hours 3-7 p.m.
Wed, Oct 4, 2023: hours 3-7 p.m.

West End Transfer Station Spring/Summer Hours of Operation 2023
Mondays: hours 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursdays: hours 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Fridays: hours 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

West End Transfer Station Tickets will be $8 per 100 lbs. Tickets are available for purchase in the Township Office.
Tire tickets: 18" & smaller - $5 each; w/rim $7 each
Tire tickets: 19" to 22.5" - $10 each; w/rim $12

Authorization forms for disposal of construction materials (shingles, etc.) are available at the Township Office. The Township has a list of acceptable materials that can be disposed of. Materials must be taken to the Marquette County Landfill located at 600 County Road NP, Marquette (accessible via County Road 480 near Lindberg’s Gravel Pit).  Michigamme Township will bill you directly for the materials you dispose of at the Marquette County Landfill. For more information go to www.mcswma.com.

2023 DUMPSTER DATES!

Wed - June 7
8am - 5pm

Fri - June 9
8am-6pm
Sat - June 10
8am= 4pm
Wed - Aug 23
8am - 5pm

Fri - Aug 25
8am - 6pm

Sat - Aug 26
8am - 4pm

​The following items will not be accepted: building materials, gas tanks, hazardous materials, shingles, and septic tanks.
Appliances containing freon will be accepted with a $40 payment per item. Please come to the Township Office to
make payment before dropping freon containing items. Please do not dispose of brush or yard waste at dumpster site.  Yard waste and brush can be taken to the compost site located near the Michigamme Campground area.  The gate is locked - please come to the Township Office to get the key.

2023 Glass Recycle

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​The Glass Recycle Trailer is located on the corner of Lake St.  and Barnum St. across from the Fire Hall.  Please empty and rinse all glass containers before placing them in the recycle trailer. Please remove all lids, caps, and corks from glass containers and bottles before placing them in the recycle trailer. Lids, caps, and corks can be put in the container located next to the recycle trailer. Thank you for taking the time and making the effort to recycle – we appreciate your cooperation! 



​Brush Pile

The brush pile is currently open. You must stop at the office to sign in and receive the key to the gate. Please come only during office hours (calling ahead is preferred
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Wednesday is regular garbage pick-up day 
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 Please make sure your garbage is in TIED regular garbage bags and placed in a covered container by 6:00 a.m. weekly. The maximum weight for garbage bags is 35 lbs. If the Township experiences an emergency or inclement weather on the scheduled garbage day, pickup may be delayed until the next available day. Delays will be announced on TV6 and local radio stations. 

​Recycle Cans will be picked up every other Wednesday.
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