Using Wilton's Fields And Parks? You Better Clean Up Your Trash

From the Wilton Parks And Recreation Department

Wilton Parks and Recreation is implementing a carry in, carry out pilot program effective immediately for trash and recycling at town owned fields and trails.

The impetus for the new program is a pending State requirement that public venues –playing fields, trails, parks, and downtown areas - now must provide for the separate collection, sorting and disposal of trash and recyclables. This mandate would prove costly for the Parks and Recreation Department requiring significantly more time and labor to collect, sort and dispose of recyclables in addition to trash. As a result, the Parks and Recreation Commission decided to pilot this carry in, carry out policy. Pete Connolly, Chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission said: "The incremental costs of compliance and potential harsh fines for noncompliance makes carry in, carry out a no brainer".

The carry in, carry out program will require field and park users to be responsible for removing all of their own trash or recyclables. Signs will be posted informing users of the new policy. The pilot program is consistent with the Town’s commitment to conservation and sustainability.

Veteran’s Memorial Stadium, Kristine Lilly, and Middlebrook softball fields (Field 1 & Field 2) as well as Merwin Meadows and Schenck’s Island will not be included in the pilot program. Separate recycling and trash receptacles will be placed at these locations.

Any questions about the program should be directed to Steve Pierce, Director of Parks and Recreation at steve.pierce@wiltonct.org or (203) 834-6234, ext. 6.

Image via the Wilton Parks & Recreation Department