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Environmental News from Pierce County

The Earth Matters newsletter is a publication of the Pierce County Public Works & Utilities, Solid Waste Division. The newsletter is mailed to single-family residences in Pierce County, except for Tacoma, Ruston and the military bases. Earth Matters is published two to three times a year. Future editions will be added to this website as they're published.

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2009 Newsletters

Newsletter	Articles
Spring 2009 1.4 MB PDF	* Are We Recycling As Much As We Can? * Earth Day * Winter Storm Response * Natural Yard Care * Benefits of a Rain Garden * New electronic recycling program * Worm Composting Classes * Garbage/recycling service contact information

2008 Newsletters

Newsletter	Articles
Winter 2008 2.91 MB PDF file	* What happens when recyclables leave the curb? * Tips for better recycling * Recyclables made into new products * Food waste and construction debris recycling * New electronic recycling program * Flooding in Pierce County * Northwest Door: 2008 Recycler of the Year * Storm Debris Collection: Requires Notice * Worm Composting Classes * Garbage/recycling service contact information
Summer 2008 1.44 MB PDF file	* Earthy Conversations * Eco-labels can be misleading * Outdoor recycled items * Adjusting garbage service * Website to sell surplus items * Recycling Guide * Salvage Stores * Pack a picnic with nature in mind * Worm Composting Classes * Contact information for recycling/garbage service
Spring 2008 1.6 MB PDF file	* Disposing of expired medications & pet waste * Recycling fluorescent lights & propane tanks * 'Green' products for home remodeling * Yardwaste collection * Pierce County Responds' assistance programs * Solid Waste Advisory Committee vacancies * Food waste composting (how to) * Food waste composting classes * School Recycling Program > view video of program shown on Pierce County News, by Rainier Cable Commission (4.1 MB, 2 minute video)

If you have any questions about the Earth Matters newsletter, please contact:

Pierce County Solid Waste Division
9850 64th Street West
University Place, WA 98467-1078
(253) 798-2179
e-mail: pcsolidwaste@co.pierce.wa.us

Office Hours:
Monday through Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed legal holidays.