Laurel Environmental Programs Manager Michele Blair Meets with MD Lt. Governor re: New Composting Law. In May 2023, the City of Laurel passed a new law requiring mandatory composting for all residents beginning July 1, 2025. On September 5, Michele Blair, along with City leadership and DPW staff, met with Lt. Governor Miller to discuss the law, its environmental and financial benefits, and how it will be implemented over the coming years.
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Looking for Labor? Find the Talent You Need in Maryland - Webinar recap. Finding the right people to fill the jobs you have can be a challenge. Did you know there are programs in place to help you? On 10/26, we heard from four local agencies and organizations on several programs that can connect you with the right people for the job.
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MRN is sponsoring MDE's 2023 Rethink Recycling Sculpture Contest (11/17). The contest, held in celebration of
America Recycles Day (11/15), challenges Maryland high school students to create works of art using recycled and reclaimed materials. We will also be awarding a cash prize to one lucky entrant.
Learn more about the contest and how you can sponsor the event. .
The Call for Presenters is open for the 2024 MRN/SWANA Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference. Do you have a relevant topic that you’d like to share with the recycling/solid waste community?
Send us your presentations by 2/16/2024.
Conference registration is open! Get your 2024 calendar set by
registering early for the Annual Conference scheduled for Monday, June 10.
Vendors: Sign up is also open for exhibitors and sponsors. Don't miss this opportunity to make those all-important connections -
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