YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY APPROVES 2025 BUDGET FEE INCREASE TO FUND LONG TERM COUNTY NEEDS
The York County Solid Waste Authority has approved its budget for fiscal 2025, including a tipping fee increase to address rising costs and to fund projects for long term system…
The YCSWA Submitted a Permit Application to Build a Waste Transfer Station
The mission of the York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) is to facilitate responsible solid waste management in York County. The YCSWA has submitted a permit application to the Pennsylvania…
York County Solid Waste Authority Elicits Feedback from Residents On Future of York County’s Waste Management System
The York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) recently posted a survey link on www.ycswa.com and on billboards throughout York County, asking residents to “Talk Trash to Us”. The survey, located…
The York County Solid Waste Authority Sponsors High School Earth Day Recycled Art Contest
To promote recycling and celebrate “Earth Day” (April 22), the York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) is sponsoring a Recycled Art Contest for York County High School students. Participating schools…
York County Solid Waste Authority Safely Destroyed 3.57 Tons of Medication in 2023
In 2023, the York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) disposed of a total of 3.57 tons of unused and expired residential medication collected via the YCSWA’s secure Medication Return Box…
2024 Tour Scholarships Announced: More than 470 York County Students to Learn How Garbage is Managed
The York County Solid Waste Authority is pleased to announce that eight school groups totaling approximately 470 students will participate in the Authority’s Tour Scholarship Program in 2024. The Tour…
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES OFFICERS FOR 2024
The York County Solid Waste Authority has elected officers for 2024. They are as follows: Chairperson Patrick Ball Vice Chairperson Felicia Dell Secretary John Klinedinst Treasurer Chick…
RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE AFTER THE HOLIDAY SEASON
The York County Solid Waste Authority will hold a FREE Christmas Tree Recycling Program for all York County residents. Beginning December 26, 2023, residents may bring their tree to the parking…
The York County Solid Waste Authority Sponsors Recycling Assembly Programs in Eight 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 eight York County Elementary Schools. The…
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,…
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY APPROVES 2024 BUDGET FEE INCREASE TO FUND LONG TERM COUNTY NEEDS
The York County Solid Waste Authority has approved its budget for fiscal 2024, including a tipping fee increase to fund projects for long term system stability. The tip fee for…
Coal and Coal Ash
REUSE: Unused coal may be able to be donated or resold. An internet search such as “donate coal York PA” will show businesses that accept these materials for donation, or click…
DO NOT PUT YOUR RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES IN THE REGULAR TRASH OR RECYCLING BIN!
Have you seen our billboards around York County? We hope you have! They display a very important message. DO NOT PUT YOUR RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES IN THE REGULAR TRASH or recycling.…
York County Solid Waste Authority Will Hold A Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
3/15/2023 The York County Solid Waste Authority’s FREE Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event will be held on Saturday, May 6th from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. The event will be…
The York County Solid Waste Authority Sponsors High School Earth Day Recycled Art Contest
3/1/2023 To promote recycling and celebrate “Earth Day” (April 22), the York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) is sponsoring a Recycled Art Contest for York County High School students. Participating…
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES OFFICERS FOR 2023
1/25/2023 The York County Solid Waste Authority has elected officers for 2023. They are as follows: Chairman— Patrick Ball Vice Chairman— Matt Sommer Secretary—Felicia Dell …
2023 Tour Scholarships Announced: More than 540 York County Students to Learn How Garbage is Managed
1/19/2023 The York County Solid Waste Authority is pleased to announce that seven school groups totaling approximately 540 students will participate in YCSWA’s Tour Scholarship Program in 2023. The Tour…
York County Solid Waste Authority Safely Destroyed 2.62 Tons of Medications in 2022
1/12/2023 In 2022, The York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) disposed of a total of 2.62 tons of unused and expired residential medication collected via YCSWA’s secure Medication Return Box…
RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE AFTER THE HOLIDAY SEASON
12/12/2022 The York County Solid Waste Authority will hold a FREE Christmas Tree Recycling Program for all York County residents. Beginning December 26, 2022, residents may bring their tree to the…
Disposal of Hazardous Waste From a Business
11/17/2022 York County businesses and institutions can contact the following companies regarding management of hazardous waste: Batteries Plus Bulbs 96 Sofia Drive, #103, Shrewsbury Phone: 717-996-4100 984…