COLUMBUS — Cummins Inc. and the Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District (BCSWMD) will host a community-wide recycling day on Thursday, Sept. 3, offering local households a convenient way to safely dispose of recyclable goods and hazardous household materials.
The collection event will run from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.—or until disposal capacity is reached—at the entrance of the Cummins Columbus Engine Plant (CEP), located at 500 Central Avenue.
Accepted Recyclable Materials
Community members can drop off a wide array of household items:
- Standard Household Recyclables: Assorted plastic, metal, and glass containers, cardboard, paper, and scrap metal.
- Electronics & Household Devices: Electronic devices, computers, monitors, televisions, and associated components.
- Hazardous & Special Waste: Household paints and stains, lawn/household chemicals, used motor oil, antifreeze, batteries, and fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs).
Unacceptable Items
Certain items will not be accepted during the event:
- Tractor tires and propane tanks
- Styrofoam and plastic bags
- Construction waste, general trash, and wood waste
The event is open to all local households across the community. Additional event information and program updates can be found at bcswmd.com.
