Medication Take Back Box Available at Substation Located at Former Southwestern PD Location
The former Southwestern Police Department in Spring Grove, PA is now Northern York County Regional Police Department’s Substation. The Substation location is participating in the Authority’s secure medication take-back box partnership and the box is now open to the public. The Substation is located at 6115 Thoman Drive, Spring Grove, PA and is open Monday […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Provides FREE Disposal for Pick Up Pennsylvania Event
The York County Resource Recovery Center (YCRRC) will provide free disposal for those taking part in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s Pick Up Pennsylvania event to support the Great American Cleanup. Those who plan to take part must contact the York County Solid Waste Authority to obtain a litter disposal placard prior to bringing the litter they […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Kicks off High School Recycled Art Contest with “Picker Day” Event at Refindings
To promote recycling and celebrate “Earth Day” (April 22), the York County Solid Waste Authority is sponsoring its sixth annual Recycled Art Contest for York County High School students. On Saturday, February 8, at 10:00 am, a special “Picker Day” event invites participants to search through treasures at Refindings, an architectural and salvage warehouse at […]
2020 Tour Scholarships Announced: More than 1000 York County Students to Learn How Garbage is Managed
The York County Solid Waste Authority is pleased to announce that fourteen groups from twelve schools totaling approximately 1009 students will participate in the Authority’s Tour Scholarship Program in 2020. The Tour Scholarship awardees for 2020 are: Devers K-8 Elementary – Kelly Petry and Dr. Jan Protopapas, Grades 3-8; Dover Elementary – Diane Benner, Grade […]
RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE AFTER THE HOLIDAY SEASON
The York County Solid Waste Authority is conducting a FREE Christmas Tree Recycling Program for all York County residents. Beginning December 26, 2019, residents may bring their tree to the parking lot located directly across the street from the York County Resource Recovery Center in Manchester Township on Blackbridge Rd. Residents should remove any ornaments, lights, […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Sponsors Recycling Assembly Programs in Nine York County Elementary Schools
To promote recycling and celebrate “America Recycles Day” (November 15), the York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) is sponsoring puppet show assembly programs in nine York County Elementary Schools. The recycling-themed program, titled “Magic Pots and Recycled Bottles,” was created by Kathleen Jacobs of “Kathleen Jacobs and Puppets.” Students will see ordinary household items “recycled” […]
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY APPROVES 2020 BUDGET WITH $3 INCREASE IN THE COST FOR WASTE DISPOSAL
The York County Solid Waste Authority has approved its budget for fiscal 2020. The tip fee (cost for disposal) for York County processible municipal solid waste at the York County Resource Recovery Center (RRC) for 2020 will increase from $62 per ton to $65 per ton. The minimum fee to dispose of waste is $20 […]
Hauler Appreciation Day Recognizes Waste Haulers for their Hard Work
The York County Solid Waste Authority (facility owner) and Covanta York Renewable Energy, LLC (facility operator) are hosting “Hauler Appreciation Day” at the York County Resource Recovery Center on Thursday, October 3, 2019. The event kicks off at 6AM in the hauler lounge with coffee and donuts compliments of Covanta. From 11:00AM until 1:00PM, a […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority’s Executive Director Receives “Authority Employee of the Year” Award from the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association
David E. Vollero, York County Solid Waste Authority Executive Director, received the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association’s (PMAA), “Authority Employee of the Year” award at PMAA’s annual conference on September 9, 2019. Vollero was nominated by the York County Solid Waste Authority’s Vice Chairman Charles (Fred) Ritzmann for his success over the past several years in […]
Authority Dedication Event Celebrates Completion of Resource Recovery Center Site Improvements and New Ash Recycling & Processing Facility
The York County Solid Waste Authority will hold a dedication event for invited guests on June 4, 2019 starting at 9 AM. The event celebrates the completion of a multi-year site improvement construction project at the York County Resource Recovery Center (YCRRC) and the start-up of a new Ash Recycling and Processing Facility located directly […]