Master Recycler Newsletter -- December 2017

Recycling Rides the Storm

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Extra plastics recycling options reduced for now in the Portland metropolitan area, but we can still recycle and it is still the right thing to do!

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New materials for Oregon’s Bottle bill!

Starting January 1, 2018, you can redeem new materials for a dime. (Event Recycling just got a whole lot easier!)

Yes:

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  • Coffee/Tea
  • Kombucha
  • Energy and Sports Drinks
  • Hard Cider
  • Juice
  • Soda, Beer, and Water will continue to be included.
 
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No: 

  • Wine/Distilled Spirits
  • Milk (dairy and plant-based)
  • Infant Formula
  • Meal-Replacement Drinks

 

 

You are invited!

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Master Recycler Program Winter Gathering
Thursday January 25 6-8:30 pm
1900 SW 4th Room 2500 (c), Portland

  • 6:00 – 6:30 Catch up with fellow Master Recyclers
  • 6:30-7:00 Hear about program and individual achievements.
  • 7-8:30: Update on recycling and back to basics.

 Light refreshments will be provided

Please RSVP, masterrecycler@portlandoregon.gov, 503-545-8976

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Job Seekers Board

Some exciting opportunities 

  • DEQ Materials Management Administrative Specialist
  • Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability Equity Program Manager