Opinion writer Bob Foster highlights problems in the current recycling system and makes recommendations.
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Recycling: Doing Our Best
Annie Fox and Elizabeth Jenkins of Swarthmore’s Environmental Advisory Council share best practices when it comes to recycling.
Retrievr: A Great Way to Recycle Clothes and Electronics
Originally known as Curb My Clutter, Retrievr is a free service that helps people recycle. Here are some great things about it: It’s free. They pick up from your door. Requesting a pick-up is easy: Send them a text or visit their website to tell them how many bags of clothes and what electronics you have.
New Officer, Free Parking, Trash and Recycling Contract
Swarthmore Borough Council led off its monthly legislative session on Tuesday night with the ceremonial swearing of new police officer George Dunn, who was celebrated by a throng of fellow and family members. Officer Dunn actually began in the job last week following his official oath of office. Council president David Creagan congratulated council members Mary Walk and Ross Schmucki on their reelection, new member Jill Gaieski upon her election, and Mayor Marty Spiegel on election to his first full term. Gaieski will replace Creagan on Council as of the upcoming reorganization meeting.
Police Department Adds Officer and Technology
In its two October meetings, Swarthmore Borough Council approved several measures which should make the borough less attractive to speeders, and safer for all residents. Council members voted to approve the conditional offer of employment to Folcroft resident George Dunn as a patrol officer, gave the go-ahead to purchase two solar-powered radar speed signs, and adopted standards for hardscaping in the borough zoning code.