West Hollywood : Recycling Program Begins
West Hollywood has begun the first part of a long-awaited recycling program, with the second phase scheduled to begin shortly after New Year’s Day.
The city has placed six large bins in central areas where residents can drop off aluminum, glass, paper and soft plastic containers for recycling. In addition, single-family homes will be able to set out recyclable material for curbside pickup after the new year.
The City Council worked for years on the issue, and some members hope a successful program will pave the way for an even more comprehensive approach.
“The step I am anxious to take is a little more difficult. I hope the next stage will include on-site pickup at apartments and condominiums as well,” said Councilman Paul Koretz.
Koretz said the council will wait to see how the new program works before expanding it.
Under the program, only single-family homes are included in curbside pickup on garbage collection days. The majority of West Hollywood residents live in multiple-unit buildings and will be able to use the centrally located collection bins.
The bins are located in the parking lot at 8878 Sunset Blvd.; West Hollywood Park; the Center for Early Education at 563 N. Alfred St.; Plummer Park; City Hall, 8611 Santa Monica Blvd., and at the ARCO gasoline station, 8020 Santa Monica Blvd.
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