Since receiving backing from Allied Industrial Partners in 2022, Liberty has modernized its fleet, adopted advanced routing technologies, and expanded its service offerings.
Now in its 16th year, the program allows residents to safely shred items such as bank statements, canceled checks, tax records, bills, and investment documents.
To help residents responsibly dispose of hard-to-recycle materials and reduce landfill waste, the event is free and open to City of Erie residents only (photo ID required) and will be held as a drive-through.
Founder John Lair noted that consistent and accessible recycling programs have driven community engagement, enabling small individual actions to deliver significant environmental impact over time.
For battery recycling, residents can turn to retailers like Staples, which accepts various battery types after the county’s previous program with Cirba Solutions ended.
In 2026, Republic Services plans to add 355,000 tons of annual organics processing capacity, significantly boosting its existing 1.1 million tons reported in 2025.
The initiative expands the city’s Clean Toledo program by offering a reliable alternative to seasonal drop-off events traditionally held during summer.
Grants range in value from $1,000 to $10,000 and must be used to create projects that encourage activities such as reducing waste, increasing recycling, reusing durable goods and composting.