Waste Wise Lane County

09/04/2026

Join the "Repair Revolution!" Bring your damaged stuff & fixers will fix it, mend it & show you how during the BRING Fix-It Fair on Sept. 20. Complimentary bus passes for event attendees will be provided by Lane Transit District. Learn more at https://www.fixitlanecounty.org/event-details/springfield-fix-it-fair-at-bring Shift Community Cycles Lane Council of Governments ToolBox Project

Waste Wise Lane County is teaming up with BRING for a Fix-It Fair. Fix-It Fairs are free public events where attendees work with fixers to repair everyday household items for free.

09/04/2026

A reminder that all Lane County Transfer Stations are closed Monday, Sept. 7, to recognize Labor Day.

09/03/2026

The City of Florence Environmental Management Advisory Committee (EMAC) and the Master Recyclers of Florence are hosting the first Florence Eco-Chat on Monday, September 14, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The event will be held at Surfside Bistro at the Driftwood Shores Resort & Conference Center. People are welcome to purchase their own beverage or food in support of the restaurant hosting this event.

Attendees will be able to meet Kelly Bell, Lane County Master Recycler Coordinator and part of Waste Wise Lane County, and learn about updates to the statewide recycling program. This includes positive changes for local recycling.

Additionally, people will have the chance to meet "Squiggly," the new 12-foot Washed Ashore jellyfish sculpture permanently on display at Driftwood Shores.

Learn more at https://www.ci.florence.or.us/EMAC and
https://www.ci.florence.or.us/Florence-Recycling-Resources.

09/03/2026

Oregon’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) came online July 1, 2025. The new law is creating a new system that shares the cost of recycling. Local governments, recycling companies, and the producers of packaging and paper products will all help fund recycling programs.

If you have curbside recycling services, connect with your waste hauler to learn about local changes if you have specific questions.

Learn what is recyclable and what is not at RecycleOn.org/Oregon

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La Ley de Modernización del Reciclaje y la Contaminación Plástica (RMA) de Oregón mejorará el reciclaje. Los gobiernos locales, las empresas de reciclaje y los fabricantes de envases y productos de papel contribuirán a financiar los programas de reciclaje.

Es posible que los residentes del condado de Lane no vean cambios en los servicios de reciclaje de inmediato, pero deberían estar al tanto de algunas mejoras futuras.

Estamos entusiasmados con lo que viene. ¡Reciclemos mejor, juntos! Los residentes pueden visitar recycleon.org/es/Oregon/ para obtener más información.

09/02/2026

Waste Wise News is a monthly newsletter and product of Lane County Waste Management. This theme-based publication deep dives into local waste prevention and sustainability topics, including the latest news, events, and resources from around the county. It also features guest authors and fun quizzes that test your knowledge.

Here’s what you can expect!

January:
Electronics & Batteries

February:
Partner News & Updates

March:
Three Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)

April:
Sustainable Business & Events

May:
Transportation

June:
Fashion

July:
Partner News & Updates

August:
Partner News & Updates

September:
Food Waste Prevention

October:
Partner News & Updates

November:
Climate Resilience & Energy

December:
Climate Wins

And if you have a topic you want to know more about, or you think we can do something better, please let us know. We want to hear from you!

09/01/2026

Looking for a one-stop shop for all things sustainability and waste prevention in Lane County? Check out Lane County Waste Management Division's "Guide to Sustainability." Learn about everything from recycling to Fix-It Fairs to how to dispose of asbestos—and everything in between. Check it out today at https://ow.ly/2rmj50Zzzuf

08/28/2026

Big news from the recycling world for Oregon:

The court decision upholds Oregon's recycling law that shifts recycling costs onto corporations.

08/28/2026

🌧🍂 DO YOU HAVE A STORM DRAIN? 🍂 🌧
Storm drains discharge rain water to local streams and rivers and require regular maintenance to remove contaminants and prevent flooding. Lane County Government coordinates the Stormdrain Cleaning Assistance Program (SCAP) in partnership with Stormwater Protection Systems to help area businesses maintain their parking lot drains at a discounted price.
Stormdrains often empty into vegetated water quality facilities or to the public stormwater system, which leads straight to our local waterways. Businesses are responsible for maintaining storm drains on their property. It is best to clean out catch basins at least once per year and replace oil-absorbing media annually. SCAP can help your business:
💸 Save! Discounted rate of $68 per drain for professional cleaning of a parking lot standard basin
💧 Prevent parking lot flooding and reduce water pollution
📝 Automatically submit storm drain maintenance records
Sign up by OCTOBER 31 at LaneCountyor.gov/SCAP or email: SCAP(a)lanecountyor.gov with questions.
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🍂 🌧 Programa de asistencia con la limpieza de desagües pluviales 🍂 🌧
Los desagües pluviales descargan el agua de lluvia en arroyos y ríos locales y requieren mantenimiento regular para eliminar contaminantes y prevenir inundaciones. El condado de Lane coordina este programa en colaboración con Stormwater Protection Systems con el fin de ayudar a las empresas de la zona a mantener los desagües de sus estacionamientos a un precio reducido.
Nos ponemos en contacto con usted porque tiene un desagüe pluvial en su propiedad cuyo mantenimiento es su responsabilidad.
💧El servicio de limpieza profesional de un sumidero estándar en un estacionamiento es de $68 por unidad.
💧Prevenga inundaciones en los estacionamientos y reduzca la contaminación del agua.
💧Los registros de mantenimiento se envían automáticamente.
regístrate antes del 31 de octubre 2026
Regístrese u obtenga más información:
💧Visite LaneCountyor.gov/SCAP o envíe un correo electrónico a SCAP(a)lanecountyor.gov

08/27/2026

"Voters will get to decide whether to make large corporations pay money into a fund that supports climate projects."

The City of Eugene announced Wednesday that the Eugene Clean Energy Fund has qualified for the November ballot

08/26/2026

This month, we feature partner news: ToolBox Project expands access via new bilingual outreach | Storm drain cleaning program for county businesses signup deadline Oct. 31 | New street trees bring shade, climate benefits to Broadway corridor | Bike share program hits 1.5 million trip milestone. https://ow.ly/bMHi50ZxcUE ToolBox Project City of Eugene Waste Prevention City of Eugene Government Cascadia Mobility PeaceHealth Rides