Start saving your cooking grease for the new pilot starting on November1, 2009. This is also a great time to remind you that grease should never be put down the drain. It’s one of the leading causes for sewer back-ups: “Sewer back-ups and overflows are frequently caused by improper materials such as fats, oils and grease being placed into the sewer system by the City’s customers.” (Source: http://bit.ly/2BlIlf) Check out the pilot program information below:
RALEIGH’S CURBSIDE GREASE COLLECTION PILOT PROGRAM STARTS IN NOVEMBER
Starting on Nov. 1, the City of Raleigh will provide curbside collection of cooking oil and grease in a pilot program designed to help prevent sewer overflows. Residents in the Capital City will be able to dispose of these products by setting them on the curb along with their garbage, recycling and yard waste. Places of worship in the Capital City also will be able to participate in the pilot program, which will last through the holidays until Jan. 15.
The City will collect the unwanted cooking oil and grease at no charge. The service will not be offered to commercial establishments in Raleigh. (more…)
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