So many items are marked recyclable but many are not taken curbside. When carts are emptied by a remote arm on a truck, the driver doesn't see mistakes until it is too late to correct them Residents also like to "wishcycle" tossing items into the cart simply hoping they will be recycled. Then there are hazardous items, like motor oil, that can be recycled but only at special collection events or a few retailers. Learn more!