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JEAC Recycle Bin Survey

Jenkintown Residents, we need your in-put so we can continue to improve upon our recycling efforts.  Please help the Borough discover how many recycling bins (lidded wheeled recycling totersare needed in our community by completing this survey: Recycling Bin Survey 2023.

Did you know that all recycled items should be empty, clean, and dry?

Based on the results of this brief survey, the Borough can pursue grant funding to support the purchase of additional lidded recycling toters to distribute in the community.

This survey closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 17, 2023.

October Borough Meeting & Hearing Schedule and Important Dates

Sunday, October 1st, 2023. 11:30 AM – Monarch Butterly Celebration and Sustainability Fair 
All are invited to Town Square on October 1st.   Learn about composting, electric bikes, and watch a butterfly tagging at 12:30 p.m.  We will be collecting small-item recycling, offering crafts for children, seed packs and pretzels and more!

Wednesday, October 4th & 18th, 2023. Special / Bulk Curbside Pick Up 
Curbside pick-up of special/bulk items can be arranged by emailing Public Works Foreman Riggins at kriggins@jenkintownboro.comcreate new email or calling Borough Hall at 215-885-0700 and making arrangements by 3:00 PM on Tuesday.

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023. 7:00 PM – Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting 
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