The Maplewood Borough Council is excited to announce the launch of our new recycling program, aimed at making our community greener and more sustainable. Starting next month, residents will be provided with two additional bins: one for organic waste, such as food scraps and yard waste, and another for textiles, including clothes, beddings, and curtains that are no longer needed. These efforts are in line with our commitment to reduce landfill use and lower the community's carbon footprint.

We encourage all residents to participate actively in this initiative. The organic waste collected will be composted locally, turning your kitchen scraps into valuable fertilizer for community gardens and parks. The textile recycling will not only prevent usable materials from ending up in landfills but will also support local charities through the donation of goods in usable condition.

To ensure the program's success, we will also be introducing monthly educational workshops on effective recycling practices and how to reduce household waste. These will be free of charge and open to all residents who wish to learn more about sustainability efforts.

Let us work together to make Maplewood a model for environmental stewardship in our region. For more information on the recycling program and how you can get involved, please visit our website or contact our environmental services department.