Recycling Generates Few Complaints

Posted on 10/9/2015 107.5 KISSFM

Apparently a lot of Vernon residents are not happy with the blue bin recycling program, but that's news to the company that manages the system. Allen Langdon of Multi Material BC says they had a number of complaints when the system first rolled-out last year, but not many since then. "As time has gone on, we haven't had a whole lot of complaints, so from our prospective, the program is working. We are collecting material and we are able to recycle that material." Landgon says the amount of recyclables being picked up in Vernon is "above the provincial average." He feels they have addressed the criticism that seniors can't lift the heavy bins to the curb. "We have offered the option for smaller containers, which we have made available, and I know you can go to local hardware stores if they want to wheel their container out, as opposed to lifting it out." The issue will before Vernon council next week. Councillor Scott Anderson maintains there is significant public opposition to the program, and he wants the city to request changes from MMBC. His motion for action will be debated at council's meeting Tuesday.