Local Government Assistance Unit

The MPCA staff helps counties, cities and townships develop systems that recover resources and manage waste to reduce environmental impact. The goal is to reduce, reuse, recycle and recover resources from waste generated by Minnesota's residents and businesses.

County Contacts for Solid Waste and Recycling
The MPCA database of Minnesota county solid waste programs and contacts.

Report on SCORE Programs
The SCORE Report is an annual evaluation of Minnesota's recycling and waste management programs.

Data on Minnesota's Recycling and MSW Disposal
Use MPCA's online databases to find out how many tons of recyclables—glass, metals, organics, paper, plastic, textiles and more—were collected for recycling, statewide or in your county. Data are also available for disposal of municipal solid waste (MSW or garbage) around the state.

Stop Back Yard Burning of Trash
Burn barrels pose a threat to human health and the environment. This page is devoted to resources and information for counties and local governments that are working reduce or eliminate the on-site burning and disposal of trash.

Environmental Purchasing
Information about buying environmentally responsible products that have a reduced effect on human health and the environment. Includes a searchable directory of Minnesota products made from recycled materials. Also includes links to the state procurement office and other organizations involved with environmental purchasing.

Analysis of waste collection service arrangements
Research to develop quantifiable information comparing open and organized collection systems for residential municipal solid waste (MSW) and recyclable materials. (June 2009)