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	SENSITIVE DOCUMENT SHREDDING EVENT TO BE HELD AT SECCRA On Saturday, July 19, 2008, SECCRA will sponsor a Sensitive Document Shredding Event, at its facility on Route 926 in Chatham. For that day only, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., residents of SECCRA's service area can bring sensitive documents to be shredded and recycled. Those who bring documents will be able to witness them being destroyed.
	DOCKSTADER FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2008 FUNDING ROUND The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, a charitable public foundation, formed in honor of E. Kneale Dockstader, announces its 2008 grant funding round. Applications are sought for projects that enhance the natural environment, and environmental (scientific/engineering) scholarships in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. More info here.

SECCRA WINS EPA NATIONAL 'PROJECT OF THE YEAR'
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency honored the Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority (SECCRA) with a “Project of the Year” award for its successful effort to turn landfill gas into usable electric power. More info here.

RECYCLE YOUR TREE AT SECCRA FOR FREE!
SECCRA will be accepting Christmas trees for composting after the holidays. SECCRA uses the compost for beneficial projects at the SECCRA Community Landfill, including landscaping. Drop-off will take place during regular hours.
More info here.

WITH $250,000 GRANT, ‘SECCRA POWER’ PHASE II EXPECTED TO BE ON LINE IN MID-2008
Gov. Edward G. Rendell recently announced the award of a $250,000 grant to SECCRA from the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority (PEDA). Approval of the grant means SECCRA can now go ahead with plans to add a second generator engine to its landfill gas-to-electricity operation. More info here.

FIRE AT THE LANDFILL
A small fire was discovered 10/8/07 in the disposal area of the landfill. Firefighters extinguished the flames in less than 15 minutes after arrival. Click here for a statement regarding this incident.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
On July 27, 2007, a commercial hauler brought in a load of waste that was unacceptable for disposal. A hazardous material response took place. Click here for a statement concerning this incident.

DISPOSABLE CULTURE
Click here for a photo gallery from CNN which illustrates why not only the SECCRA Community Landfill is filling up rapidly, but why all landfills will be full someday.

	ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT TO BE HELD AT SECCRA On Saturday, September 16, 2006, SECCRA will sponsor an Electronics Recycling Event, at its facility on Route 926 in Chatham. For that day only, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., residents of SECCRA's service area can bring all sorts of electronics to be recycled. Additional info will be posted when it is available.
	DOCKSTADER FOUNDATION TO AWARD ENVIRONMENTAL GRANTS The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, a charitable public foundation, formed in honor of E. Kneale Dockstader, announces its 2006 grant funding round. Applications are sought for projects that enhance the natural environment, and environmental (scientific/engineering) scholarships in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. More Info Here.
	SECCRA-SWAP.COM NOW HAS “ITEMS WANTED” SECCRA-SWAP.COM, an online swap meet operated exclusively for the benefit of the citizens of southern Chester County has expanded to accept postings for “Items Wanted.” Are you looking for a hard-to-find item, and want to see if your neighbors might be able to help you out? SECCRA-SWAP.COM is the online place for you. More Info Here.
	ELECTRONICS RECYCLING On Saturday, September 17, 2005, SECCRA will hold its second annual electronics recycling event to be held at its landfill on Route 926 in Chatham. The event will run from 1 pm to 5pm. The cost is FREE to residents of SECCRA’s service area. SECCRA is underwriting all costs and is proud to provide these services. More Info Here.
	SECCRA RECEIVES $500,000 GRANT FOR GREEN POWER The Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority (SECCRA) will receive $500,000 in funding from the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority (PEDA). Senators Dominic Pileggi and Bob Thompson, and Representatives Chris Ross and Art Hershey assisted with the application to PEDA and helped secure these funds. More Info Here.
	SENSITIVE DOCUMENT SHREDDING EVENT TO BE HELD AT SECCRA On Saturday, June 11, 2005, SECCRA will sponsor a "Sensitive Document" Shredding Event, at its facility on Route 926 in Chatham. For that day only, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., residents of SECCRA's service area can bring sensitive documents to be shredded and recycled.More Info Here.
	DOCKSTADER FOUNDATION TO AWARD ENVIRONMENTAL GRANTS The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, a charitable public foundation, formed in honor of E. Kneale Dockstader, announces its 2005 grant funding round. Applications are sought for projects that enhance the natural environment, and environmental (scientific/engineering) scholarships in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. More Info Here.
	TRACK LOADER FOR SALE SECCRA will receive bids on the item(s) of surplus equipment listed below. Each bidder is urged to visit the site and inspect the items before submitting a bid. The minimum bid for this item is $50,000.00. No bids less than this amount will be accepted. More info here.
	SECCRA-SWAP.COM NEEDS YOUR HELP After a successful launch nearly a year ago, the number of items posted on the seccra-swap.com website has seriously dwindled. More Info Here.
	BRING YOUR ELECTRONICS TO SECCRA TO BE RECYCLED CHATHAM JULY 23, 2004 - On Saturday, September 18, 2004, SECCRA will hold its second annual electronics recycling event to be held at its landfill on Route 926 in Chatham. The event will run from 12 Noon to 4pm. The cost is FREE to residents of SECCRA's service area. SECCRA is underwriting all costs and is proud to provide these services. More Info Here.
	SCARED OF IDENTITY THEFT? SECCRA cordially invites you to bring your old documents to be shredded and recycled. This event will take place from 12 - 4pm on Saturday, June 12, 2004, at the SECCRA Community Landfill on Route 926 in Chatham. More info here.
	SECCRA LAUNCHES VIRTUAL SWAP MEET CHATHAM JUNE 10, 2004- The Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority (SECCRA), a longtime provider of recycling services in the region is proud to announce the creation of a new website, www.seccra-swap.com, which is designed as a virtual swap meet where people that have things to get rid of can get together with people who might be able to use them. More info here.
	DOCKSTADER FOUNDATION TO AWARD ENVIRONMENTAL GRANTS The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, a charitable public foundation, formed in honor of E. Kneale Dockstader, announces its 2004 grant funding round. Applications are sought for projects that enhance the natural environment, and environmental (scientific/engineering) scholarships in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. More Info Here.
	'TIS THE SEASON FOR CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING CHATHAM NOVEMBER 19, 2003 After the festivities of Christmas and New Year's are over, remember to recycle your tree. SECCRA will accept your Christmas trees for composting after the holidays. The compost will be used for landscaping and beautification around the landfill. Call the office at 610-869-2452 ahead of time if you need directions. Remember to tarp your load.
	DOCKSTADER FOUNDATION AWARDS ENVIRONMENTAL GRANTS FOR SECOND YEAR IN A ROW CHATHAM NOVEMBER 19, 2003 - The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, charged with promoting activities that enhance the environment in southern Chester County, recently awarded its annual round of grants, totaling $34,750 to area organizations. More Info Here.
	BRING YOUR ELECTRONICS TO SECCRA TO BE RECYCLED CHATHAM AUGUST 6, 2003 - On Saturday, September 13, 2003, SECCRA will hold its first ever electronics recycling event to be held at its landfill on Route 926 in Chatham. The event will run from 12 Noon to 4pm. The cost is FREE to residents of SECCRA's service area. SECCRA is underwriting all costs and is proud to provide these services. More Info Here.
	CHATHAM APRIL 18, 2003 - The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, a charitable public foundation, formed in honor of E. Kneale Dockstader, announces its 2003 grant funding round. Applications are sought for projects that enhance the natural environment, and environmental (scientific/engineering) scholarships in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. More Info Here.
	CHATHAM FEBRUARY 25, 2003 The Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority (SECCRA), a longtime provider of recycling services in the region is proud to announce the availability of a "Junk Mail Reduction Kit" for the residents of its service area. One of SECCRA's major objectives is to provide a regional waste management approach to municipal solid waste issues in southern Chester County. Waste reduction is part of this approach. More Info Here.
	CHATHAM NOVEMBER 5, 2002 The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, a newly-formed Foundation charged with promoting activities that enhance the environment in southern Chester County, recently awarded its first-ever round of grants, totaling $34,800 to area organizations. More Info Here.
	CHATHAM AUGUST 19, 2002 The Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority (SECCRA), a longtime provider of recycling services in the area announces the installation of a motor oil recycling drop-off center. More Info Here.