I received an e-mail from a resident who has been doing research on bringing some type of recycling option to our community. It would involve the Borough entering into an agreement with one of the local waste management companies to include curb-side recycling pick up. This would reduce the monthly refuse bill of the residents and provide money to the Borough based on the amount of the recyclables collected.
I told her that I am open to the idea, but have two major reservations. 1) I believe very strongly that it is an individual's right to choose their trash service provider. Governments at all levels have forced entirely too many "choices" down our throats (health care, seat belt, social security and unemployment taxes, etc...). 2) Unless proper provisions would be included the monies received would be payable to the Borough. I would rather see a large portion of the proceeds go to Delmont Volunteer Fire Department and Delmont Lions Club for distribution. The individuals in our Fire Department risk their lives every time the respond to a call. Furthermore, the are forced to take more time away from their families and other activities to engage in fund raising activities. I don't think it is right that an organization that is so vital to the safety and economic vitality of our Borough seem to get the short end of the budget from Delmont officials. I believe the Lion's Club should be the other recipient because the have over 25 years experience placing the funds from their recycling program into the hands of the organizations in Delmont that needed it.
As I told Becky, I am here to serve you. I will not let my personal feelings about limiting an individuals choice interfere with supporting the imitative that she is proposing. I think over-all the proposal will benefit the community. It will require the passing of a resolution and I told her she may have a difficult time convincing the other members of council that this is a good option.
Our Council Meeting is next Tuesday at 7:00 PM at the Borough Office Building 77 Greensburg St.
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