Solid Waste Division staff are available to speak to schools, civic groups, neighborhood associations, or scout troops about solid waste issues. Presentations available on:
Bioreactor landfill
Recycling
Watershed protection
Staff members welcome the opportunity to participate in school science fairs, career days and Earth Day events. In addition, a specialist can provide literature or advice to Girl and Boy Scouts working on environmental badges.
Staff will tailor a program to meet the needs of any group, from kindergarten students through senior citizens.
Contact Jay Edington or Public Works for more information.
Education
Here are some teacher / student friendly websites to explore more about recycling!
Elementary age students use Recycle City to learn how to recycle, reduce, reuse through games and activities.
The Imagination Factory has elementary appropriate lessons and projects for solid waste and recycling.