March 2018 | Spring into Action
Spruce up your yard and save a few dollars with free biodegradable bags from the City of Raleigh. Solid Waste Services customers may pick up paper yard waste bags from the Wilders Grove Solid Waste Services Facility at 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh 27610. Limit five bags per person, while supplies last. Customers will be asked to show proof of Raleigh residency, such as a driver's license or utility bill.
This biodegradable bag giveaway is part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the City of Raleigh Yard Waste Center. Paper bags are the most efficient option for yard waste collection because they can be composted along with leaves and limbs. Look for biodegradable yard waste bags at your favorite hardware store.
 Celebrate Trashion on March 22
Mark your calendars for Thursday, March 22 to celebrate the 11th Annual City of Raleigh Environmental Awards. This year's party will include a "fashion stroll" featuring entries from the Trashion Design Competition. Designers accepted the challenge to rethink waste through the creation of wearable clothing made from items that would otherwise be discarded. Mingle with models while enjoying free food, and learn about Earth Month events. One to watch: the annual Technology of Trash, an official NC Science Festival event. Experience it on Friday, April 6, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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 Discard Properly at Drop-off Centers
Our three drop-off recycling centers provide a valuable option for Raleigh residents and small businesses. The centers are not for garbage, furniture or hazardous materials such as propane tanks. New signage has been installed at all three sites to help users learn where to properly dispose of mattresses and building materials. Please use our drop-off centers responsibly so that we can continue to enjoy them.
Raleigh's population has expanded dramatically over the last ten years, but the number of drop-off sites is at an all-time low. More sites are needed, especially in northwest and northeast Raleigh. Shopping centers, churches and nonprofit organizations have successfully partnered with us in the past. Email recycling@raleighnc.gov if you would like to discuss a potential partnership.
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Save the Date: Shred and Recycle April 28
Protect yourself from identify theft at our spring Shred and Recycle event. ProShred Security will provide free shredding from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday, April 28, at the Wilders Grove Solid Waste Services Facility. Raleigh residents and small business owners may bring up to three boxes or bags of confidential documents. Electronics, including cell phones, computers, TVs and printers, will also be accepted. Remember to remove any sensitive data before bringing your items.
Shredding will not begin until 9 a.m. Please recycle magazines, junk mail, and paperback books in your blue cart. Shred only documents with sensitive information such as bank account numbers.
 Material Spotlight: Paper Boxes, Tubes and Cans
Put these in your blue cart to give them a chance at a second life.
Where You Find Them: Cereal boxes, toilet paper, paper towels, refrigerated biscuits.
Added to Curbside Collection: 2006 (paperboard boxes and tubes); 2011 (spiral paper cans)
Prepare for Recycling: Remove plastic liners from cereal boxes and recycle at grocery stores. Flatten boxes if needed to save space in your cart.
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Buy Compost Bins from Wake County
Spring is a great time to start gardening. Build your soil from the ground up with an Earth Machine compost bin. Wake County is sponsoring a sale. Buy online now for pickup in April. Order today; sales end March 31.
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Wake County Landfill Tours
Looking for an unusual date? Want a memorable, free family field trip? Visit South Wake Landfill to learn how your trash is managed to generate energy while protecting groundwater. Tours are designed for Wake County residents 8 years and older. Sign up today for tours in April, May and June.
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