Green Initiatives Electronics Extravaganza by the numbers The Village of Oswego held its ECO Earth Day Electronics Extravaganza on Saturday, April 21. In addition to planting the Village’s future Christmas Walk tree for Earth Day, volunteers collected: • 13 tons of electronic waste, thanks to Groot Industries • 2 truckloads of Styrofoam, thanks to Dart Container • 200 pounds of medication, thanks to Fox Metro • 1 large bag of retired American flags, thanks to the American Legion • 175 pairs of eyeglasses, thanks to the Lions Club In addition, volunteers collected pet supplies for area rescue organizations and books donated to Goodwill. More than 600 cars full of reusable or recyclable items were unloaded at the event.
Missed the Extravaganza? Call Groot to schedule a curbside pickup! The Village’s waste hauler, Groot Industries, will pick up old electronics, right from your curb, in most cases for free. Residents must call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule a pickup. Accepted items include computers, monitors, TVs, computer peripherals like printers and scanners, and much more. A charge, determined by Groot Industries, may be required for heavy or large items. To request electronic collection, call Groot at 1-877-775-1200.
Field Supervisor Zach Jardine, Village President Gail Johnson, Arborist Russ Garcia and Administrative Assistant Kathy Schiltz in front of the 2018 Arbor Day tree, which in future years will serve at the Village’s Christmas Walk tree. Thanks to The Garden Faire for donating the tree to the community.
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Summer 2018 Oswego News
