The annual tire recycling event at Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling is scheduled for Saturday, May 13, from 8:30 a.m. until noon. Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling is located at 355 Pleasant Unity Mutual Road, Unity Township.
Stacks of old tires collect pockets of water that become breeding grounds for mosquitos, which can carry West Nile virus and other diseases. Taking the tires to a recycling center removes the risk to human health and benefits the environment as the tires are recycled into new products.
Tires will be accepted for $1 off the regular fee (passenger/light truck tires off rim will be only $3 instead of $4; tractor trailer truck tires off rim will be $14 instead of $15; agricultural tires will be $79). Cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted.
Business and member discounts do not apply during the May 13 tire recycling event. Groups and individuals planning to bring large quantities of tires should contact Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling by May 8.
Last year, residents from 19 municipalities collected and recycled 757 tires.
For general recycling questions, contact Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling at 724-879-4020.
