Spring Reminders & Resources
When spring arrives there is cleanup to be done. St. Michael residents have access to resources to assist in disposing of a variety of household and yard debris.
Compost/Brush Site | 3150 Lander Ave. NE
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• Residents of St. Michael have 24-hour access with a card.
• Access card available in-person at City Hall | 11800 Town Center Drive NE.
• Access Card online request form.
Used Oil Drop Off | 3150 Lander Ave. NE
• No charge to dispose of used oil.
• No gasoline or solvents are accepted.
• Cost for disposal of oil filters is 50 cents per filter and $1 per gallon of antifreeze.
• No access card is needed.
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal
Wright County Compost & Recycling | 505 County Road 37, Buffalo
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• Household products like paint, cleaners, fertilizers, and pesticides are accepted for disposal.
• Must reserve a drop-off time online.

Facility Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday | 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
2nd and 3rd Saturdays of the month | 8 a.m. - Noon
What We Accept | Wright County, MN - Official Website
What We Don't Accept | Wright County, MN - Official Website
Fees | Wright County, MN - Official Website
Alternative Disposal Businesses | Wright County, MN - Official Website
Recycling Guide | Wright County, MN - Official Website
Planning Your Visit to Our Facility | Wright County, MN - Official Website
Burning Permits | Minnesota DNR
• All permits need to be obtained through the DNR.
• For permits or burning restriction information.
• When is a burning permit needed?
º When the fire is more than 3 feet high and 3 feet in diameter.
º When the ground is not completely covered by a minimum of 3 inches of snow.
º When the fire is not contained in either an approved burner or in a cooking or heating device such as charcoal grill of camp stove.
Sprinkling Restrictions | June 1 - September 30
• Sprinkling restrictions are put into effect to ensure adequate water supply for fire protection.
• Watering lawns is only allowed between the hours of 7 p.m. and 10 a.m.
• Even house numbers water on even days. Odd house numbers water on odd days.
• New sod and seed are exempt for 60 days ONLY if you notify the Water Department prior to installation | 763-497-3611.
Organics Recycling | 11250 5th St. NE, Hanover
• St. Michael residents can dispose of organic waste during regular Hanover City Hall office hours.
• Hanover City Hall office hours are
º Monday - Thursday | 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
º Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
