What happens to the materials recycled at the curb?

The City of Taunton's recycled materials collected through the curbside program are transported to and processed at a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF).

Materials are unloaded, sorted by material, and bundled for marketing (resale)

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1. How to find a retailer who sells City of Taunton Pay As You Throw "Orange Trash Bags"?
2. How to purchase a Compost Bin?
3. Why does the City no longer accept shredded paper in recycling set outs?
4. What happens to the materials recycled at the curb?
5. How many 95-Gallon Recycling Carts will I receive if I'm a Taunton Resident?