Our goal is two cleanup events per year with a permanent schedule so that members can better plan for them. Each year, we will schedule roll-off sessions for the Saturday after Easter and the Saturday before Halloween (with at least a week before Halloween).
The October 2009 cleanup event was used by 64 members, some with multiple loads. Sahuaro Waste Management hauled away six roll-offs. We also filled a "Habitat for Humanity" truck with recyclable building supplies and a load of old electronics to RISE.
There is no charge for roll-off use by SVHAI members. Member dues pay for the roll-offs, but this year we will suggest donations to help offset costs. This is still a bargain compared to the payments required at the County landfills.
THE FIRST 2010 CLEANUP:
Date – Saturday 10 April 2010
Time – 7:00AM to 4:00PM
Location - On Pantano Road south of Cloud Road (just north of where the road narrows)
Membership Checklist – For a record of program use, users will be asked to sign a membership check list at the cleanup site and will be encouraged to update their dues payments.
Electronics and Metals - RISE Equipment Recycling Center will collect ewaste for recycling from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. The following items are accepted free of charge: computers, monitors, keyboards, mice, printers, copiers, fax machines, surge protectors, small appliances, microwaves, VCR's and DVD players. There is a $10 recycle fee per TV. RISE is a non-profit organization, tax deduction receipts will be available. They also collect at 1134 S Park, Tucson, AZ 85719, telephone: 623-7162.
Clothing and Household Goods - A truck from the Christian Family Care Agency will also be present from 8-12. They accept: Furniture, clothing, household goods, books, and other collectables.
Hazardous Waste – No liquids, tires, or batteries will be accepted for the cleanup. These may be disposed of at the City/County Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) offices. The closest HHW site to SV is the Eastside City Hall, 7575 E. Speedway, open from 8 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of every month.
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