Senator Robbins and Representative Gruitza Announce Grant to Help Hermitage Pay for Recycling

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 31, 2004
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Senator Robbins and Representative Gruitza Announce Grant to Help Hermitage Pay for Recycling

Harrisburg – State Senator Bob Robbins (R-50) and Representative Michael Gruitza (D-7) today announced the approval of a state grant to support recycling in Hermitage.

The $20,501 Recycling Performance Grant is based on the total tons recycled by Hermitage as well as its overall recycling rate for 2002.

"Whether by helping municipalities improve their composting programs or assisting them in the purchase of vehicles for collecting recyclables, the Commonwealth plays a major role in assisting communities in their recycling efforts," said Robbins.

Representative Gruitza stated, "The state supplies financial support, and communities implement the programs to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills."

The Recycling Performance Grant Program is administered by the state Department of Environmental Protection. The program provides incentives to help communities increase their recycling rates and exceed the statewide goal of recycling 35 percent of all municipal waste.

CONTACT: Mike Hengst (717) 787-8524