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2021 news & topics archive from the King County Solid Waste Division

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2021

17
DEC

King County is making it easier to recycle mattresses, box springs and futons
Mattress recycling service will expand to five King County transfer stationson Jan. 1. A $30 handling fee for recycling and disposal of mattresses, box springs, and futons will also go into effect at all King County stations and the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill.

2
AUG

Learn about a potential location for the new transfer station that will offer convenient service in northeast King County
King County’s Solid Waste Division is considering a new site in Woodinville as a potential location for its Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station project, which will provide the community with convenient recycling and waste services for decades to come. Learn more about the site and offer input to the project Siting Advisory Group at a virtual meeting on Monday, Aug. 9.

11
JUN

Transfer station customers required to prove they live or work in King County’s service area starting June 16
Beginning June 16, King County Solid Waste Division will require self-haul customers visiting its transfer stations to verify they live or do business within King County’s 37-city and unincorporated service area.

4
JUN

On 'Secure Your Load Day' King County reminds motorists to improve road safety by tying down materials
Sunday, June 6, is "Secure Your Load Day," and the King County Solid Waste Division encourages everyone to properly secure materials in their vehicles to keep roadways safe, avoid fees and prevent litter.

1
APR

New stewardship program makes recycling paint convenient and sustainable
Washington’s new paint stewardship program goes into effect today, making it easy for residents and businesses to conveniently and sustainably recycle leftover paint.

10
MAR

Summary of annual accomplishments
Read about the Solid Waste Division's 2020 Accomplishments and 2021 look ahead

17
FEB

King County seeks public input on possible new recycling center locations
Four sites have been selected in the northeast portion of King County. The county is asking for public input on the four locations - from KING5 News

25
JAN

King County considers four potential sites for its Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station set to open in late 2027
King County’s Solid Waste Division has identified four properties in Kirkland, Woodinville and Redmond for further study in its search for a site for the new Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station

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