Changes in Recycle Livingston’s Television and Electronics Collection Schedule and Fee's
Effective 03/01/2016
It is challenging to keep toxic, Hard-to-Recycle items out of our local landfills. We are proud of our vendors that aid us in safely and securely recycling computers, televisions, etc. However there is a cost to recycle such items. Below find the current fee structure and keep in mind we can only accept cash or personal check. The fees collected below do not completely cover the expense to recycle this material and Recycle Livingston is happy to partner with you and contribute the balance.
Nothing we do can be accomplished alone…thank you for helping us keep our planet healthy for future generations
Following are the fees for TV’s and monitors (CRT, LED or Plasma) :
| Screen Size | Member Fee | Non-member Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 32” | $25.00 | $35.00 |
| 32" - 42" | $35.00 | $45.00 |
| Over 42” & Consoles | $45.00 | $55.00 |
We will use the following fee schedule for all miscellaneous electronics so we can continue to responsibly recycle them.
Small (keyboards, coffee makers, laptop computers, etc.) $3/item
Medium (CD players, lamps, toaster ovens, heaters, fans ,computer towers, etc.) $5/item
Large (vacuum cleaners, microwaves, printers*, etc.) $10/item
*non-commercial printers (commercial printers can be recycled however the price will be based on size)Cell phones are accepted for recycling FREE of charge
The Board sincerely wishes that we did not have to collect fees for TV’s and monitors and to be able to continue the collection of miscellaneous electronics without any fees. However, we have no other source of funds to cover the charges, and we believe our members agree it is important to keep these toxic materials out of our local landfills. We understand that these fees may prove difficult for some and will continue to make every effort to identify and share cost-effective alternatives for our members. Cash or check is the only form of payment accepted on site. Or you can use the paypal option available only on this website.
Electronic waste being dumped in local land-fills poses a serious potential health risk. Many electronic devices contain lead, mercury, cadmium, and other hazardous materials that could, over time, leach into our aquifers. A number of electronic retailers have discontinued their Manufacturers Take Back Programs that were subsidizing some of the recycling costs; and, as a result, many electronic waste recycling collection services have been discontinued due to the increasing cost of responsibly recycling these items. The bottom line is that without our Electronics Collection program, more electronics will end up in local land-fills.
As always, Recycle Livingston is committed to the best and safest practice of recycling.
We cannot thank you enough for your understanding and continued support of Recycle Livingston, and for your continued commitment to our earth.