Free Local Recycling and Composting Program
Come join other West County Towns for a special presentation at Buckland Public Library on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
Where Is Away? (Composting is Local!)
Tuesday, May 13
5:30 pm - 7 pm
Buckland Public Library
30 Upper St, Buckland, MA 01338
Free and open to all area residents
Do recyclables really get recycled? Where does trash from Franklin County end up? How can you compost at home? Learn how to reduce trash and save money through composting and recycling with Amy Donovan, Program Director at Franklin County Solid Waste Management District. The presentation is free and open to all residents of Franklin County. Recycling guides and handouts will be available.
The Solid Waste District manages recycling, composting, and hazardous waste programs
for 21 member towns, including 17 municipal transfer stations. Ms. Donovan has started 25 local school compost programs and launched 15 municipal compost programs. She represents Franklin County on the Advisory Board of the Springfield Materials Recycling Facility (MRF), where recyclables from Franklin County are sorted, baled, and marketed for recycling.
for 21 member towns, including 17 municipal transfer stations. Ms. Donovan has started 25 local school compost programs and launched 15 municipal compost programs. She represents Franklin County on the Advisory Board of the Springfield Materials Recycling Facility (MRF), where recyclables from Franklin County are sorted, baled, and marketed for recycling.
For more information: amy@franklincountywastedistrict.org or 413-772-2438. MA Relay for the hearing impaired: 711 or 1-800-439-2370 (TTY/TDD). The District is an equal opportunity provider.
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Posted: to General Town News on Wed, May 7, 2025
Updated: Tue, Jun 3, 2025