How to dispose of takeout containers and utensils in Milwaukee

Checked against official sources · October 10, 2026

Trash

Put it in the green garbage cart

The City lists paper, plastic, and foam takeout containers for the green garbage cart.

What to do

  1. Reuse durable containers if you can.
  2. Put takeout containers, plastic utensils, and straws in the green garbage cart.

Keep in mind

Follow the City’s takeout-specific guidance rather than the general rules for plastic containers.

Check the official information

Rules, hours, and fees can change. These are the sources used for this answer.