Calling all seniors and residents with mobility challenges for a special opportunity to weigh in on the design of an updated waste collection system for Lexington. The Town is exploring changes that would reduce waste and protect the Town from rising waste collection and disposal costs, including:
– Expanding the food waste composting program;
– Transitioning to an automated collection system with standard bin sizes;
– Addressing excess waste beyond what fits in a standard bin size; and
– Creating more accessible diversion opportunities.
A key component to this updated program design will be the size of new trash and recycling carts. The Town is particularly interested in hearing from residents with concerns about wheeling waste carts to and from the curb on trash day, so we can workshop solutions together.
Please join the Waste Reduction Task Force on February 24 from 11:30-12:30 in the Community Center Dining Room.
The event will include a presentation to explain why changes to our waste management system are needed, and what kind of changes are being considered to modernize our waste collection system, reduce waste, and protect us from rising costs. There will be time for questions and input from the group, and we will have sample bins available for you to handle.
Lunch will be provided for all residents who register in advance. To register please fill out this form. If you cannot fill out the online form, you may contact Maggie Peard directly at [email protected] or (781) 698-4538.
Questions?
Reach out to Maggie Peard at [email protected], or visit Lexington’s Zero Waste webpage for more information about the Town’s waste reduction efforts.
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