By now all Seattle Public Utilities customers (so, everyone) should have received a brochure outlining the new recycling and compost guidelines, which go into effect today. Meat scraps, fish, dairy, shells and bones are now allowed in your food and yard waste bin. Plastic lids and foil are finally recyclable, too. For a full list of changes, see the Seattle Public Utilities website. We're especially glad for the new composting guidelines, which have been too long coming. more ›