Line your Green Can with a kraft-type paper bag
(prevents material from sticking to bottom) | No | No
| Yes
| No
|
| Wrap food scraps in newspaper, a paper bag or a paper towel | Yes
| Yes
| Yes
| Yes
|
| Freeze meat scraps in a paper bag or a cereal box until collection day | Yes
| Yes
| Yes
| Yes
|
| Alternate layers of yard waste and food scraps | Yes
| Yes
| Yes
| Yes
|
| Sprinkle small amounts of baking soda over food scraps and yard waste | Yes
| Yes
| No
| Yes
|
| Keep your Green Can in a shady area out of direct sunlight and keep the lid closed | Yes
| Yes
| No
| No
|
| Let grass clippings dry before placing in your Green Can | No
| Yes
| No | No
|
| Wash your Green Can container periodically with mild soap or vinegar / water solution | Yes
| Yes
| Yes
| Yes
|