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section: environment
first_reported: 2026-11-09 19:46 EST
updated: 2026-11-09 19:46 EST
status: reported
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# Shaker Heights officials say bigger recycling cans could help

Shaker Heights officials believe tripling the size of the current 5-gallon recycling containers could boost participation and reduce the waste stream.

Section: [Weather & Environment](/cleveland/section/life.md) · Entities: [Shaker Heights](/cleveland/wiki/shaker-heights.md)

## Coverage

- [cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer](https://www.cleveland.com/community/2026/11/shaker-heights-seeks-state-grant-for-recycling-container-pilot-city-council-recap.html), 2026-11-09 19:46 EST: Shaker seeks grant for bigger recycling cans: council recap

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