Monroe County Ecopark Celebrates 15th Anniversary, Expanding Recycling Services
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello announced the 15th anniversary of the ecopark, a popular recycling center in Monroe County, New York. The ecopark, a partnership between Monroe County and WM, provides residents with a centralized location to drop off hard-to-recycle and hazardous materials that cannot be placed in standard curbside bins. Since its inception in 2011, in response to community demand for expanded recycling options, the ecopark has grown significantly. It has expanded the types of items it accepts and has welcomed over 500,000 visitors. The facility has successfully diverted substantial amounts of waste, including 8 million pounds of electronic waste, 4,000 tons of household hazardous waste, 100,000 pounds of medication, 19,000 tires, and 700,000 pounds of documents from landfills.
