The Mid-America Regional Council Solid Waste Management District serves as a regional solid waste planning agency for local governments in Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte and Ray counties in Missouri — and works cooperatively with Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami and Wyandotte counties. 

The district’s programs and services expand and improve waste reduction efforts throughout the region. They are designed to serve multiple sectors - public, private and non-profit organizations – as well as individual residents.

What happens when you throw something away? What can be done to reduce the amount of materials sent to area landfills. From recycling to compost, discover how your actions play a role in the waste hierarchy.