Montco Announces Compost Bin Sale and Waste Watchers Award

Montgomery County will host a joint compost bin and rain barrel truckload sale on Saturday, May 19 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., according to a press release from the county’s office of communication. 

The sale will take place at the , 2910 Jolly Road in Plymouth Meeting.

Compost bins, valued at $100, will be available for sale at $45 including tax.  Rain barrels, valued at $120 will be available for sale at $55 including tax.  Cash, checks and credit cards, Visa or Master Card, will be accepted.

“This is a great opportunity for Montgomery County residents to recycle and reuse their food scraps, yard waste and rain water,” said Montgomery County Recycling Director Chris Kaasmann said in the release.  “Through composting, residents can decrease their trash output by 10 – 30 percent while providing a great soil amendment for their yard.  Collecting rain water can help the environment and our wallets by reducing potential storm water runoff while also providing free water for yard plants and vegetation.”

The sale will take place rain or shine and all items will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last.  Both the compost bins and rain barrels should be able to fit in most cars.  Please plan accordingly, if you intend to purchase.

Want to attend the Montgomery County Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Truckload Sale?

• When - Saturday, May 19 from 8:00AM to 3:00PM. 
• Where - Greater Plymouth Community Center, 2910 Jolly Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA.
• What - Compost bins, valued at $100, will be available for sale at $45 including tax.  Rain barrels, valued at $120 will be available for sale at $55 including tax.  Cash, checks and credit cards, Visa or Master Card, will be accepted.
• Details - The sale will be taking place rain or shine and all items will be available on a first come first serve basis, while supplies last.  Both the compost bins and rain barrels should be able to fit in most cars.  Please plan accordingly if you intend to purchase.

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Professional Recyclers of Pennsylvania (PROP) Now Accepting Waste Watcher Award Applications

The Pennsylvania Waste Watcher program is open to municipalities, counties, businesses/industries, schools/colleges/universities, community non-profit groups, and individuals who have made a significant
contribution in recycling, composting, and waste reduction/reuse efforts during the 2011 calendar year.  Applicants must demonstrate that their efforts are above and beyond services normally required or typically provided.   The application deadline is May 25, 2012. Applications may be picked up at the Township Building or downloaded at www.proprecycles.org

 More Information: http://www.montgomerycountyrecycles.org

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