Candia and Deerfield consider recycling partnership to improve waste management

During the recent Board of Selectmen meeting in Candia, NH, discussions centered on a proposed collaboration with Deerfield to enhance recycling efforts, reflecting a proactive approach to waste management in the community.

The meeting highlighted Deerfield's struggles with its recycling program, prompting their request for residents to utilize Candia's recycling center. The board expressed cautious optimism about this partnership, emphasizing that any arrangement must not impose additional costs on Candia taxpayers. The plan would involve a trial period where Deerfield residents could bring specific recyclables to Candia, provided they pay for special stickers and adhere to strict guidelines to ensure that only profitable materials are accepted.

Selectmen discussed the logistics of the proposal, including limiting access to certain days to minimize disruption for Candia residents. The board is particularly focused on maintaining the efficiency of their existing recycling operations while potentially benefiting from increased revenue through this partnership.

The initiative aims not only to assist Deerfield but also to showcase Candia's successful recycling practices, which have been financially beneficial since the center's establishment in 2008. The board hopes that by allowing Deerfield residents to experience effective recycling firsthand, it may inspire improvements in their own community's program.

As the board continues to evaluate this proposal, they remain committed to ensuring that any new program aligns with the interests of Candia residents and does not compromise the quality of services they currently enjoy. The next steps will involve further discussions and planning to finalize the details of this potential collaboration.