FALL 2009

Greetings to everyone! This is the Fall 2009 edition of Spencer’s Team News, and it is full of relevant and up-to-date information. It’s the perfect thing to read as you relax on a beautiful, autumn-colored day. Sit back, sip a cup of tea, and enjoy.

Spencer and his friends Keebler and Cher with the Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District (District), have been very busy recruiting new schools to join our Recycling Assistance Program (RAP) and teaching students and adults about recycling throughout the county. At some point recently, you may have seen them at the Cincinnati Flower Show or at Paddle Fest, or at one of the informative teacher workshops that the District sponsored.

Beginning in September, schools that wish to have contracted classroom presentations, field trip sponsorship, or other subsidized programming must be registered with the District’s RAP program. In the past, we have allowed schools to receive subsidized programming and field trips who were not registered in the RAP program in an effort to increase the number of schools that provide recycling.

In addition, we have implemented a two-tier RAP program, Gold level and Silver level, that we feel will meet the needs of schools and create an avenue that will allow schools to recycle at the level that best fits their school goals.

We remain invested in the schools, teachers, and students of Hamilton County, and know that you will remain invested in us and the environmental goals that we all are trying to reach. If you have questions about the District’s programs, contact Keebler at (513) 946-7736.
 

SPENCER'S HIGHLIGHTS

GOLD AND SILVER LEVEL RAP PROGRAM
Spencer likes to have choices, so he is happy to tell you all about the revised RAP program, which will feature two distinct levels of service available to schools. Click here to learn more.

YOUTH COUNCIL IS SEEKING NEW MEMBERS
Dogs can never have too many friends! Spencer invites students to join the HCDOES Youth Council where they will work with local environmental professionals to express ideas, get involved with local green events, and make a difference in the local environment. Click here for more information.

REDUCING WASTE IN OUR COMMUNITY
YOUTUBE VIDEO CONTEST
The Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District is hosting an exciting contest this fall: a YouTube Video Contest. Spencer drools when he anticipates all of the creative entries we will receive. Be sure to check it out! Click here for details.

GET A BIN WINNERS
Spencer had a great time chasing baseballs at the Reds game with the ticket winners of the Get-a-Bin Recycling Pledge. Okay, maybe Spencer didn't actually chase any baseballs, but he wanted to! Click here to see who won.

HOW MANY SCHOOLS RECYCLE IN HAMILTON COUNTY?
Recycling Assistance Program Fall, 2009 Update
How many schools recycle in Hamilton County? What schools have the best programs? Spencer would love to tell you, but since dogs can't speak English, the Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District started the Recycling Assistance Program to answer these questions. Click here to read all about it.

2009-2010 SCHOOL WASTE REDUCTION GRANTS AWARDED
Spencer likes playing in the dirt, but really loves digging through compost! With their new Wigwam vermicomposting container, Symmes Elementary has made Spencer one happy puppy. Click here to read how students will implement the "wormy" program.

PICTURE PAGE
The District staff has traveled throughout the county spreading the word about reducing, reusing, and recycling. Here are photos of just a few of the places they have been. Click here to see the photos. 

BITS AND BONES
Spencer treats you to some fun facts. Click here to read more.