San Marcos is looking to expand its recycling service to include apartment complexes in the area. Justin Travis has more in this Bobcat Update.
Like many cities around the country, San Marcos collects recyclable materials along with other trash. However, the recycling trucks only visit houses. Apartment complexes are not included in the program.
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Some apartment complexes have deals with private disposal companies to pick up their recycling. University Springs at one time collected recycling from its residents but has discontinued the service due to a lack of participation.
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Instead, many people bring their recyclables to Green Guys Recycling, where they can drop off many different types of materials. Green Guys even buys aluminum, copper and other types of scrap metal. The city does have plans, however, to expand its recycling program to include apartment complexes. A town hall meeting was held Monday evening to discuss plans to begin a pickup service at apartments by early next year.
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The city had a six-month trial period for recycling pickup at several complexes earlier this year, which was successful. City officials are hoping a more permanent program will begin soon. For Bobcat Update, I'm Justin Travis.
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