The Elite Recycler Program is a four-session course designed to create a more nuanced understanding of the recycling system in Cedar Rapids and Linn County. Each session of the course will offer an in-depth look at a particular aspect of the recycling system and provide participants with an interactive experience and access to the experts.
The Elite Recycler class meets on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. during select months. If you are interested in the class, complete and return your application. We will review your application and notify you of the next available class.
| Session 1 | Cedar Rapids Solid Waste & Recycling |
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| Meet at the City Services Center at 500 15th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 | |
| Learn about the challenges to providing weekly collection service to Cedar Rapids Residents. Learn more about upcoming changes in recycling and see a truck up-close. | |
| Session 2 | Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency |
| Meet at 1954 County Home Rd., Marion IA 52302 | |
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Learn about the wide variety of recycling services offered by the Solid Waste Agency from carpet and concrete recycling to everyday household items.See how the Solid Waste Agency is turning methane gas from the landfill into heat for their new Resource Recovery Center. |
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| Session 3 | Republic Services Recycling |
| Meet at 901 Ingleside Dr. SW, 52404 | |
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Tour the recycling sorting facility and see how our co-mingled recyclables are separated into marketable materials. Learn how market forces can change the recycling process and what you can do to improve the efficiency of the system. |
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| Session 4 | Graduation/Wrap-up Party |
| Meet at the City Services Center at 500 15th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 | |
| Receive your Elite Recycler t-shirt and stickers for your CURBY cart. |
