Clothing
Statistics show that about 85% of unwanted, usable clothing is discarded.
Allegany County and St. Pauly Textile accept used clothing at all Allegany County Recycling Centers.
Recycling Clothing Includes:
- Used Clothing
- Shoes
- Sneakers
- Belts
- Purses
- Linens
- Pillowcases
- Blankets
- Curtains
- Stuffed Animals
Do not include:
- Furniture
- Electronics
- Household Items
- Books
- Toys
- Garbage
- Pillows
- Rags
- Fabric Scraps
In 2023, Allegany County residents collected 49.19 tons of usable clothing. The revenue of $3,900 generated from these materials helped to offset the cost of the Residential Disposal Permit and Residential Disposal Tickets.
