For over three decades, the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Program has diverted thousands of tonnes of waste from local landfills.
Last week, Quinte Waste Solutions celebrated the program’s 30th anniversary with an event at Batawa Ski Hill.
Local dignitaries, board members, and staff attended the event and Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison presented a plaque recognizing the milestone.
The Hazardous and Electronic Waste (HEW) Program services nine municipalities; Belleville, Quinte West, Prince Edward County, Tyendinaga Township, Stirling-Rawdon, Tweed, Centre Hastings, Madoc Township and Marmora & Lake.
More than 10,000 metric tonnes of hazardous and electronic waste have been processed since the program began in 1993.
At the celebration, two employees, past and present, were recognized for their contributions to the program.
Retiree Jeanne Vilneff was the recipient of the Trailblazer Award in recognition of pioneering the HEW Program and her 29-plus years of service to her community.
HEW Program Supervisor Steve Meagher was recognized for his 15-year service anniversary with QWS.
Officials attribute the continued success of the HEW Program to the participation of residents and Quinte Waste Solutions’ team of highly trained professionals and technologists.
There is a permanent Hazardous & Electronic Waste Depot location in Belleville at 75 Wallbridge Crescent.
Several mobile events are also held throughout the region during the year.
For more information on how you can utilize the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Program, please visit QuinteRecycling.org.
