Free tire recycling day set in Flint


FLINT, MI -- Residents in Genesee County will have an opportunity to get rid of their old, unwanted tires at an upcoming recycling event in Flint.

A free tire recycling day being held by the Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission with the city of Flint is scheduled from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at Environmental Rubber Recycling, 6515 N. Dort Highway, between Carpenter and Webster roads.

Some guidelines for the event include:

- Free to all Genesee County residents.

- Up to 10 passenger tires accepted, per vehicle.

- Only tires off the rim will be accepted.

- No commercial tires will be accepted.

- No commercial vehicles may enter (such as box trucks, tractor trailers, etc.).

Anyone with questions about the event may contact the Genesee County Recycling Hotline at 810-762-7744 or email recycle@co.genesee.mi.us.