Food Scrap Stop is a program started by Dane County Waste + Renewables that aims to reduce the volume of food waste entering the Dane County landfill. The City of Fitchburg has partnered with Dane County to bring the Food Scrap Stop program to Fitchburg. Beginning on October 28, 2025, residents will have the opportunity to dispose of food waste at a drop-off location at Swan Creek Park (5175 E Cheryl Pkwy). A pre-launch event will be held at the Swan Creek Park shelter on October 27th from 3:00-5:00 pm.
While this program is free to all residents, the collection carts will be locked to help prevent contamination and pests. To participate, residents must register for the program through the Dane County Waste + Renewables website: Register Here - Once registered, you will receive a lock combination allowing you to unlock the collection carts.
For food scrap collection tips and tricks, please review the Resident Food Scrap Collection Tips + Bagging Guidelines
A list of accepted and not accepted materials is shown in the graphic below: