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Waste and Recycling Workers Week 2019 is Almost Here!

All year the men and women of the waste management industry are hard at work collecting, processing, filtering, and recycling over 250 million tons of garbage to keep our environment safe and clean. The week of June 17th is the time for us to come together and collectively show our appreciation. Need Ideas On How … Read more

Modern Disposal Services at the 2019 Athena Awards

Members of our team represented Modern at the 2019 Athena Awards! ATHENA International is a nonprofit that seeks to support, develop, and honor women leaders. The Buffalo Niagara Partnership has produced the ATHENA Awards® Luncheon since 1989, at which finalists for the ATHENA Leadership Award® and the ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award® are honored. Congrats … Read more

Slow Down to Get Around

A Campaign to Save Lives Slow Down to Get Around (SDTGA) is SWANA’s national safety campaign. The campaign reminds motorists to drive more carefully when near waste and recycling collection vehicles. By slowing down, drivers protect themselves, the waste and recycling collection workers and other motorists. Being struck by a motor vehicle is a leading … Read more

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How Will Your Company Celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week?

Cookouts and Cakes Flip the script. Waste and Recycling Workers Week is a great time to show your appreciation by serving those who serve our communities. It doesn’t take much and a simple cookout goes a long way. Taking the time to serve lunch to your employees says a lot about how much you value … Read more

State of Colorado Waste and Recycling Workers Week Proclamation

WHEREAS, inspired to recognize the often thankless job of waste collectors, John Arwood, second-generation owner of Arwood Waste Collection Services, began the annual observance of Waste and Recycling Workers Week on June 17, 2012; and WHEREAS, the men and women employed by local refuse collection and hauling companies that are contracted by the State of … Read more

Waste and Recycling Workers Week is Coming! Are You Ready To Celebrate?

The week of June 17th and Waste and Recycling Workers Week will be here before you know it! Are you ready to celebrate? This year it’s easier than ever to get your very own Waste and Recycling Workers Week items through the Waste & Recycling Workers Week Store and Store Specials. The clock is ticking! … Read more

City of Jacksonville, FL Waste and Recycling Workers Week Proclamation

WHEREAS: Inspired to recognize the often thankless job of waste collectors, Jacksonville’s own John Arwood, second-generation owner of Arwood Waste Collection Services, began the annual observance of Waste and Recycling Workers Week on June 17, 2012; and WHEREAS: The men and women employed by local refuse collection and hauling companies that are contracted by the … Read more

Circle Three Branding | Waste and Recycling Workers Week Sponsor

Branding and Marketing Services for the Waste Industry From brand development to event planning, lead generation to market research, and public relations to website search engine optimization, Circle Three Branding draws on it’s in-depth industry knowledge to offer branding and marketing services specifically geared towards businesses in the waste and recycling industry. Circle Three Branding … Read more

Color Some Love for Your Garbage Men and Women

Waste and Recycling Workers Week is just around the corner. You might be asking yourself “What can I do to celebrate?” Well, we’re glad you asked! Get the Party Started! There are lots of ways you can celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week. From a simple thank you to grand gestures, we’ve seen it all. … Read more