When in Doubt, Throw It Out!

Properly prepared and collected recyclables are valued commodities sold on a global market. When too many non-recyclables (trash) are mixed in with the recyclables it all becomes “trash,” is too costly to separate, and requires disposal at a landfill. Don't be tempted to put items into bins that do not belong.

Some of the items that “contaminate” recyclables include scrap metal, scrap wood, plastic bags, and children's toys. Again, please do not put them in recycling bins.

Curbside programs in our area allow the recycling of mixed paper, flattened corrugated cardboard cut down to 18" x 24", glass bottles and jars, steel and aluminum cans, and plastic bottles with #1 and #2 in a recycling symbol. For more information, see When in Doubt, Throw It Out!

– February 25, 2010

Volunteers Needed to Help Plant Trees

Your volunteer efforts are needed on March 20 to help restore a portion of the Middle Branch of the White Clay Creek and to help create a greener community. If you can lend a hand, please send an email to volunteer@franklintownship.us with your contact information. For directions to the preserve and a list of what to bring, see Volunteers Needed for the Goodwin Preserve Reforestation .

Reminder: Before the tree planting beings, there's an opportunity for Franklin and London Grove residents to attend a workshop on March 6. It will focus on the value of increasing the tree cover in our area, as well as on what individuals can do to help make this happen. For more information, view the postcard about the reforestation workshop or visit Reforesting the Watershed, One Township at a Time.

– February 15, 2010

Help Us Get a Complete Count

A complete count of all Chester County residents is important for future federal and state funding for local needs, planning for future facilities and services, encouraging businesses to create local jobs, and for political representation. So when you receive your form, please answer the 10 short questions and mail the form back using the postage-paid envelope provided. For more information, visit 2010 Census. You may also be interested in the following consumer warning: BBB Alerts Consumers about U.S. Census Workers: Be Cooperative, But Cautious!

– February 9, 2010