Submitted by Adam Kastonek – Public Information Officer, St. Croix County
HUDSON, WI – The St. Croix County Community Development Department’s recycling collection events in 2024 were a success, marked by record-breaking participation and new options that enabled residents to dispose of a wide array of materials responsibly. Thanks to County residents, the efforts to recycle electronics, appliances, scrap metal, tires, and hazardous waste have made a substantial impact in keeping our County clean. This year’s events led to impressive collection totals:
- Electronics: 176,220 pounds
- Appliances and Scrap Metal: 219,950 pounds
- Tires: 3,566 Tires
- Hazardous Waste: 27,630 pounds
In 2024 the County held two free electronic collection events at the Hudson and Baldwin Highway facilities. These events brought in 176,220 pounds of electronics, far exceeding the previous year’s approximately 25,000 pounds.
This year also saw the debut of a free tire collection event. During this 4-hour event, 3,566 tires were collected, weighing over 150,000 pounds.
27,630 pounds of hazardous waste were collected through the Clean Sweep event. There were over 400 participants, including businesses, farms, and households. Though attendance and tonnage for this event were slightly lower than the previous year, a new voucher program introduced earlier this year gives residents another option to dispose of hazardous waste year-round.
And recently the County offered a free collection event for scrap metal, with proceeds going to the St. Croix County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit. During this single event, over 72,000 pounds of metal was collected, raising $3,102 for the unit. When combined with earlier collection events in the year for appliances, yard equipment, and scrap metal, the total collection reached 219,950 pounds.
We would like to extend our gratitude to everyone who participated in making these events successful. And a special thank you to Amery Auto Salvage, First Choice, First State Tire, and Logistics Recycling for helping facilitate these events and recycling options. Together these contributions underscore a collective commitment to protecting our environment and keeping St. Croix County clean and beautiful.
Where can I find more information?
Upcoming collection events will be posted to the County’s website and social media. While you on the County website, check out our new hazardous waste voucher program and the A-Z recycling guide for helpful tips on properly disposing of unwanted items. And don’t forget to stay connected by subscribing to St. Croix County’s Recycling Newsletter. You’ll receive notifications for upcoming recycling events and tips to help you safely dispose of unwanted items – sent directly to your inbox.
- Collection Events: sccwi.gov/Collection-Events
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