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Solid Waste Authority

Solid Waste Authority

Mission

The mission of the Berks County Solid Waste Authority is to manage solid waste and recyclable materials in an environmentally safe, reliable and efficient manner. 

About Berks County Solid Waste Authority

The Berks County Solid Waste Authority was established by the Berks County Commissioners on August 19, 1992. The role of the Solid Waste Authority is to protect the health and welfare of the residents of Berks County and to provide a means whereby Berks County can effectively and efficiently (a) manage and (b) implement the Solid Waste Plan.

Announcements

Recycling Center Now Under Video Surveillance
The Recycling Center at 1316 Hilltop Road, Leesport is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, under video surveillance and illegal dumpers are being cited.
Glass No Longer Accepted
Glass is no longer accepted for recycling at 1316 Hilltop Rd, Leesport

Events

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Paper Shredding

2024 Paper Shredding Event​
 
Free to Berks County Residents 
 
April 20, 2024
Governor Mifflin Intermediate School
600 Governor Drive
Shillington, Pa. 19607

All residents must pre-register to participate in our paper shredding event
Registration will open soon

Absolutely no plastic bags will be accepted.

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Hazardous Waste

Free to Berks County Residents 
 
April 13, 2024
Governor Mifflin Intermediate School
600 Governor Drive
Shillington, Pa. 19607
 
All residents must pre-register to participate in our hazardous waste collection event
 
Absolutely no Latex Paint will be accepted

Put all empty containers in your regular trash collection
  

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Electronics

Electronic Recycling Center is open every
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 8:00 AM - Noon
Free for residents of Berks County

All Visitors Must Remain In Their Vehicle, While On Site.

Please Have All Electronics In The Truck Of Your Car Or Bed Of Pickup Truck

Recycling Information

Recyling Resources