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Fitchburg plans July 23 plastic‑recycling event at library to clarify what is recyclable and how to use drop‑off services
Summary
Commissioners approved outreach plans for a July 23 library event covering plastics and hard‑to‑recycle items; organizers will target nearby neighborhoods with ~2,525 postcards, provide visual examples, and offer a raffle and resources to improve residential participation.
Kim, together with Ben, described logistics for a community plastic‑recycling event scheduled for July 23 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the library. The event will include a short presentation on the types of plastics accepted curbside versus at the drop‑off center, a display of example items, links and printed resources from the City of Fitchburg website, and time for questions.
Organizers plan targeted mail outreach (about 2,525 postcards) to nearby neighborhoods and a flyer and social‑media push; attendees will receive raffle tickets for reusable bags and other small incentives. Kim said organizers will invite local media and possibly FACT TV to cover the event, and will coordinate with library staff on room setup and logistics.
Participants discussed offering food (pizza) as an incentive but agreed food should avoid single‑use plastics. Kim said she was working with community partners (including her contacts at Beyond Plastics) to expand outreach and explore future partnerships for a larger grassroots event.
What’s next: Staff will finalize the flyer, distribute targeted postcards, coordinate any donated food or refreshments (with attention to eliminating single‑use plastic), and pursue media outreach.
