Can I Recycle This in Preserve at Medina River? A Republic Services Quick Guide
Preserve at Medina River /
San Antonio / New Braunfels
October 10 2026
Preserve at Medina River's community service record identifies Republic Services as the neighborhood provider. Republic's simplest recycling rule is: keep accepted items empty, clean, dry and loose.
Usually yes
- Paper and flattened cardboard
- Metal food and beverage cans
- Rigid plastic bottles and containers
- Glass bottles and jars when included in the local program
No
- Loose plastic bags or film
- Food, liquids or food-soiled material
- Foam, diapers or medical waste
- Hoses, cords and other tanglers
- Hazardous waste, batteries or electronics
Because Republic contracts can differ by community, residents should use the current neighborhood service notice for collection days and confirm glass or unusual items before placing them in the cart.
By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
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