DANVILLE, Va. (rbs news now) — The City of Danville is reminding residents to stop dumping furniture, mattresses, and household trash at drop-off recycling centers.

Officials warn that such actions are illegal, environmentally harmful, and costly for taxpayers.

“This is not recycling—it’s illegal dumping,” city officials said in a Facebook post, accompanied by a photo showing discarded bulk items piled at one of Danville’s recycling sites.

Recycling centers throughout the city are intended strictly for recyclable materials.

When non-recyclable items such as household trash are left at these sites or in recycling bins, the entire load is contaminated and must be sent to a landfill, according to the post.

The city offers proper disposal options for both trash and bulk items:

Household trash and bulk waste should be placed curbside in city-issued carts on regular collection days.

To schedule a bulk pickup for large items such as furniture or mattresses, residents can call public works at 434-799-5245.

Recyclable materials accepted at drop-off centers include:

• #1 and #2 plastics (clear and colored bottles/jugs)
• Steel/tin cans
• Aluminum cans
• Mixed paper, newspaper, and cardboard

Prohibited materials include plastic bags, Styrofoam, garden hoses, and plastic toys.

Recycling bins are located at:

• Danville Mall (Southwest corner)
• Tractor Supply at Kings Fairground Plaza
• Ballou Park Shopping Center South
• Boston Road/Halifax Road (across from public works)

Dumping at recycling centers is a violation of city ordinances and may result in fines.

Officials encourage residents to do their part to keep Danville clean and safe.

For more information on proper disposal and recycling guidelines, click here.

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