Showing posts with label Recycling. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Recycling. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Trash/Recycling delayed pickup during Christmas week 2023

With Christmas falling on Monday, the trash & recycling schedule is delayed by one day this week. Monday will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesday on Wednesday, etc.

(Note, this will also happen next week with New Year's falling on Monday)

The curbside flyer with full schedule


Trash/Recycling delayed pickup during Christmas week 2023
Trash/Recycling delayed pickup during Christmas week 2023

Sunday, November 5, 2023

Town of Franklin receives $23K grant for Recycling Program

via Mass Municipal Association (MMA)

"On Sept. 28, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced the award of $5.2 million in grants to 283 municipalities and regional solid waste districts for recycling, composting, and waste reduction programs.

Gov. Maura Healey said the grants, from the Department of Environmental Protection’s Sustainable Materials Recovery Program “help further our collective efforts to meet our aggressive goal of 90% waste reduction by 2050, while also boosting local economies by investing in the waste reduction industry.”

The SMRP’s Recycling Dividends Program is distributing $3.65 million to 278 municipalities and regional districts to improve community recycling efforts."

The Town of Franklin Recycling Dividends Program received a grant from the State of $ 23,400.00

Continue reading the MMA article

Find the full listing of grant awards ->

Town of Franklin receives $23K grant for Recycling Program
Town of Franklin receives $23K grant for Recycling Program


Sunday, July 2, 2023

Curbside Trash/Recycling Schedule - Week of July 4, 2023

Notice from the Department of Public Works

Curbside trash and recycling will be delayed one day for Tuesday - Friday (July 4th - July 7th) pick-ups only! Monday pick-ups (July 3rd), will be collected as scheduled.

The Beaver Street Recycling Center will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

The recycling center will be open...

  • Friday, June 30th: 8AM - 3PM
  • Saturday, July 1st: 8AM - 3PM
  • Sunday, July 2nd: 9AM - 1PM

Thank you.

Franklin DPW

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/curbside-trashrecycling-schedule-week-july-4th-2023

Curbside Trash/Recycling Schedule - Week of July 4, 2023
Curbside Trash/Recycling Schedule - Week of July 4, 2023

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Pick up schedule changes for the 4th of July week

Via the Franklin DPW Facebook page ->  

Next week's holiday schedule for curbside trash/recycling pick up and the recycling center!

  • Monday - picked up as normal
  • Tuesday to Friday - delayed ONE day


Pick up schedule changes for the 4th of July week
Pick up schedule changes for the 4th of July week

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Dehumidifier Turn-In Event successfully recycled 81 units on May 20, 2023

The Dehumidifier Turn-In Event hosted by the Sponsors of Mass Save last on Saturday, May 20, 2023 in Franklin was a success! 81 units were recycled and there were 73 applications.


L to R: Bill Stack - Eversource, Cobi Frongillo - Aide from Rep Roy’s Office, Fred Cullen - Green Team, Taylor Bennett – National Grid
L to R: Bill Stack - Eversource, Cobi Frongillo - Aide from Rep Roy’s Office, Fred Cullen - Green Team, Taylor Bennett – National Grid

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Franklin Cultural District: Empty Bowls, film festival, book sale, recycling event, Disability Expo & more

Wednesday, May 17

1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin Senior Center)

5:00pm - Wine & Charcuterie Experience (tickets req'd) (La Cantina Winery)


Thursday, May 18

8:30am - Town Council Office Hours  (Franklin Senior Center) 

6:00pm - Empty Bowls Dinner (Franklin High School)

6:00pm - FHS Film Festival (Franklin High School)

6:00pm - Kendo (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

6:00pm - Son of Sams Pizza (food truck) (La Cantina Winery)

6:30pm - Rain Garden Workshop (Franklin Public Library)


Friday, May 19

10:00am - Arts & Culture Listening Tour - Session 3

1:00pm - Book Sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)

6:00pm - David Rak (live music) (La Cantina Winery)


Saturday, May 20

9:00am - Book sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am - Dehumidifier recycling event (must be a working unit) (Beaver Pond)

11:00am - Agricultural Expo (free event) (Norfolk Aggie)

11:00am - Disability Summit (free event) (Franklin Senior Center)

12:00pm - Yai's Kitchen  (67 Degrees Brewery)

1:00pm - Bag sale (books at $5/bag) (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm - Shavuot Celebration (Franklin Public Library)

3:00pm - South St Six (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

6:00pm - It's a 'J' Thing (67 Degrees Brewery)


Sunday, May 21

7:30am - All you can eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

7:00pm - Voices of Faith - a community concert (Church of Latter Day Saints)


Monday, May 22

7:00pm - Revolutionary Design: Modern Architecture in New England (virtual) (Franklin Public Library)


Tuesday, May 23

2:30pm - Rainbow Café (Franklin Senior Center)

7:00pm - "50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts" with Author Madeline Bilis (virtual) (Franklin Public Library)


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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Franklin Art Association Art Gallery
Franklin Art Association Art Gallery
Visit the Cultural District page ->  https://www.franklinculture.org/

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!
Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Friday, May 12, 2023

What can be recycled? Franklin DPW has your answer

Franklin's recycling process is recognized across the State as one of the best thanks to the participation of all of us. The three word mantra "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" still applies.

The Town page is full of helpful information on what and how ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste

Quick links

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Reminder: Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM

Join us for our annual Electronics Recycling Event Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We are accepting ALL electronics, appliances, and bikes!
St. Mary's Church - former Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot 201 Main Street Franklin, MA
The event will be held in the former Benjamin Franklin School parking lot, across the street from the church. All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost as follows:
Cost to You:
• $5 each for Computers, Laptops, Video Game Consoles, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Radios, Speakers, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Drills, Digital Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans and Cookware, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.
• $10 each for Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Small Household Appliances
• $15 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Small Microwaves
• $20 each for CRT Computer Monitors, TVs up to 24,” Dorm Sized Refrigerators, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Heat Lamps, Heaters, Propane Tanks (Empty), Range-Top/Large Microwaves
• $25 each for TVs between 25” and 31,” Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Outdoor Grills, Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Power Washers, Large Yard Equipment, Water Tanks
• $30 each for TVs between 32” and 35,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers
• $35 each for TVs over 36”
• $40 each for Projection TVs
• NO CHARGE (Cash Donation Recommended): Cell Phones, Bicycles in any condition, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, Household Batteries Keyboards, Tablets.

Residents from all towns are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.
For more information, Email GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com

Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM
Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM

Friday, March 24, 2023

Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM

Join us for our annual Electronics Recycling Event Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We are accepting ALL electronics, appliances, and bikes!
St. Mary's Church - former Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot 201 Main Street Franklin, MA
The event will be held in the former Benjamin Franklin School parking lot, across the street from the church. All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost as follows:
Cost to You:
• $5 each for Computers, Laptops, Video Game Consoles, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Radios, Speakers, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Drills, Digital Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans and Cookware, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.
• $10 each for Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Small Household Appliances
• $15 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Small Microwaves
• $20 each for CRT Computer Monitors, TVs up to 24,” Dorm Sized Refrigerators, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Heat Lamps, Heaters, Propane Tanks (Empty), Range-Top/Large Microwaves
• $25 each for TVs between 25” and 31,” Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Outdoor Grills, Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Power Washers, Large Yard Equipment, Water Tanks
• $30 each for TVs between 32” and 35,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers
• $35 each for TVs over 36”
• $40 each for Projection TVs
• NO CHARGE (Cash Donation Recommended): Cell Phones, Bicycles in any condition, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, Household Batteries Keyboards, Tablets.

Residents from all towns are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.
For more information, Email GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com

Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM
Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM


Sunday, February 19, 2023

DPW Notice: No trash/ recycling delay the week of February 20, 2023

DPW Notice: No trash/ recycling delay the week of February 20, 2023

Notice from the Department of Public Works:

There will be NO curbside trash or recycling delay the week of February 20th, 2023 despite the Presidents' Day holiday.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/dpw-notice-no-trash-recycling-delay-week-february%C2%A020th-2023

DPW Notice: No trash/ recycling delay the week of February 20, 2023

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Franklin Residents: The Recycling Center Will Be Open Tuesdays Beginning April 4, 2023

Recycling Center Will Be Open Tuesdays Beginning April 4th

Effective April 4, 2023, the Recycling Center hours will be:

Tuesdays: Noon-3 PM
Fridays: 8 AM-3 PM
Saturdays: 8 AM-3 PM
Sundays: 9 AM-1 PM

Reminder that a pass is required to use the Recycling Center, which can be purchased for $35 (credit cards only please) directly at the Recycling Center.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/recycling-center-will-be-open-tuesdays-beginning-april-4th


Franklin Residents: THe Recycling Center Will Be Open Tuesdays Beginning April 4, 2023
Franklin Residents: The Recycling Center Will Be Open Tuesdays Beginning April 4, 2023

Sunday, January 15, 2023

DPW Notice: No Curbside Trash/ Recycling Delay scheduled for the week of January 16, 2023

Notice from the Department of Public Works: There will be NO curbside trash or recycling delay the week of January 16, despite the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.

Shared from DPW page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/dpw-notice-no-curbside-trash-recycling-delay-week-january-16th

DPW Notice: No Curbside Trash/ Recycling Delay scheduled for the week of January 16, 2023
DPW Notice: No Curbside Trash/ Recycling Delay scheduled for the week of January 16, 2023

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Franklin DPW Notice: Regular Curbside/ Recycling Schedule & Holiday Recycling Center Hours

Regular Curbside/ Recycling Schedule & 
Holiday Recycling Center Hours

Notice from the Department of Public Works:

Curbside trash/recycling pickup will operate on a regular schedule during both holiday weeks (December 26 - 30, 2022 and January 2 - 6, 2023).

The Recycling Center Holiday hours are as follows:
  • Saturday, December 24: 8 AM - 1 PM
  • Sunday, December 25: CLOSED
  • Saturday, December 31: 8 AM - 1 PM
  • Sunday, January 1: CLOSED

Shared from Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/dpw-notice-regular-curbside-recycling-schedule-holiday-recycling-center-hours

With Christmas and New Year's on Sundays, there is no planned delay in the pickup schedule.

Franklin DPW Notice: Regular Curbside/ Recycling Schedule & Holiday Recycling Center Hours
Franklin DPW Notice: Regular Curbside/ Recycling Schedule & Holiday Recycling Center Hours

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Equipment failure on Monday, Dec 12 will result in pick up of recycling today

Due to an equipment failure, portions of yesterday's recycling route remains uncollected. Collection of the impacted areas will continue today. 
See map for areas not completed on Monday -> 

Equipment failure on Monday, Dec 12 will result in pick up of recycling today
Equipment failure on Monday, Dec 12 will result in pick up of recycling today

Shared from the Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/12-13-22 

Sunday, December 11, 2022

DPW Curbside & Recycling Ctr schedule for holiday weeks Dec 26-30, 2022 & Jan 2-3, 2023

DPW Notice: 
Curbside trash/recycling pickup will operate on a regular schedule during holiday weeks  
(Dec. 26- 30, 2022 and Jan. 2-3, 2023).

Recycling Center Holiday hours are as follows:
  • Sat., Dec. 24: 8AM-1PM
  • Sun., Dec. 25: CLOSED
  • Sat., Dec. 31: 8AM-1PM
  • Sun., Jan. 1: CLOSED 

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Franklin Recycling Center Hours begin their Winter schedule (no Tuesdays)

Winter Hours

The winter hours of operation for the Recycling Center are now in effect.

  • Fridays 9-3
  • Saturdays 9-3
  • Sundays 8-1

- Franklin Environmental Affairs

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/recycling-center-hours-0

For more on solid waste, trash and recycling -> https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste

Beaver St. Recycling Center Open for Winter Hours
Beaver St. Recycling Center Open for Winter Hours (no Tuesdays)

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

DPW Notice: One Day Curbside Trash/ Recycling Delay for Thursday & Friday Pickups Only

Notice from the Department of Public Works:

Curbside trash/recycling pickup will be delayed (one day) this week for Thursday and Friday pickups ONLY.

The recycling center will be open regular hours this weekend:
  • Friday, November 25th: 8am - 3pm
  • Saturday, November 26th: 8am - 3pm
  • Sunday, November 27th: 9am - 1pm
  • Tuesday, November 29th: 12pm - 3pm (last Tuesday until April)

DPW Notice: One Day Curbside Trash/ Recycling Delay for Thursday & Friday Pickups Only
DPW Notice: One Day Curbside Trash/ Recycling Delay for Thursday & Friday Pickups Only


Sunday, November 20, 2022

Recycling is Real! - MassRecycle responds to the NPR article

"MassRecycle is deeply concerned that NPR’s “Recycling plastic is practically impossible — and the problem is getting worse” has maligned recycling and misinformed readers.  Far from addressing the problem of plastic waste, this kind of negative press motivates people to “throw it all in the trash”. 

Recycling is not a sham. Please do not throw everything in the trash.  

Plastic recycling is not impossible; it is happening everyday.   You can see it: MassRecycle offers facility tours, including tours of Material Recovery Facilities where recycling is processed.  These tours are open to the public. 

If you put recyclable plastic in the bin it will be recycled. There are resources available that will tell you which items can go in the recycling bin.  Go to the Recyclopedia and type an item in the search bar.  If it says the item is recyclable, make sure it is clean and put it in your bin. It will be recycled.  If it cannot be recycled, try not to buy it again. 

Read MassRecycle’s open letter to NPR for the rest of the story.

NPR Article: https://www.npr.org/2022/10/24/1131131088/recycling-plastic-is-practically-impossible-and-the-problem-is-getting-worse

The Boston Globe version of the NPR article was shared here
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/11/boston-globe-plastic-recycling-is-myth.html

Recycling is Real! - MassRecycle responds to the NPR article
Recycling is Real! - MassRecycle responds to the NPR article


 

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Boston Globe: "Plastic recycling is a ‘myth,’ study says"

"Of the 51 million tons of plastic waste US households generated in 2021, just 2.4 million tons — or 5 percent — was recycled, new research shows.

The findings provide yet more proof that plastic recycling is a “myth,” says the new analysis, published by the environmental nonprofit Greenpeace USA this week.

Plastic, which is made from fossil fuels, is notoriously difficult to recycle. A major reason: Though they can be broken down into broad categories, there are thousands of varieties of the material, each with its own chemical makeup. Most cannot be recycled together, so to be processed, they must be meticulously sorted. Still, hundreds of millions of tons of plastic are produced each year, which is a major problem for the climate: Plastic production and disposal account for 3.4 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
While recycling maybe a "myth" that they are created from fossil fuels is the major issue for our overall climate challenge. How do we find reasonable alternatives?

Download the full report for your reading pleasure -> 

Boston Globe: "Plastic recycling is a ‘myth,’ study says"
Boston Globe: "Plastic recycling is a ‘myth,’ study says"