Oct. 9 UPDATE: Recyclables not accepted at Kapa‘a RTS starting Oct. 28

Published on October 09, 2024

Starting Monday, Oct. 28, recyclables, including tires, propane tanks, appliances, scrap metal, and motor oil, will not be accepted at the Kapaʻa refuse transfer station.

This will allow our contractors time to remove these items from the Kapaʻa RTS in preparation for the closure.

Mahalo for your understanding and cooperation. 

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KAPAʻA – Solid Waste Officials announce that the Kapaʻa Refuse Transfer Station (RTS) will be closed for renovations from Nov. 2, 2024, to Aug. 2, 2025. Green waste will remain open, and closure signs have been posted at the Kapaʻa RTS.

These renovations will allow our refuse transfer station to operate more efficiently while providing environmental safeguards. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate the community’s understanding.

The renovations are part of the Island-wide Refuse Transfer Station Improvements project, which targets refuse transfer stations in Hanalei, Kapaʻa, Līhuʻe, and Hanapēpē. The improvements specifically address water quality standards and stormwater discharges.

While the Kapaʻa RTS is closed, all trash, tires, motor oil, and propane tanks can be taken to the Līhuʻe RTS at 3450 Ahukini Road, or the Hanalei RTS at 5-3751 Kūhiō Highway in Princeville.

Scrap metal and appliances can be taken to Hanalei RTS, and are not accepted at Līhuʻe RTS. These items can be delivered directly to Puhi Metals Recycling Center on Puhi Road. Puhi Metals also accepts eWaste for recycling.

For information, call 808-241-4841 or visit www.kauai.gov/recycling.

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