Summary
Jonesboro won the 2026 Government Recycler of the Year award, credited with tons of diverted glass, cardboard, and bulky waste that cut tipping fees.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Bulky junk program savings estimated around 53% on tipping fees.
✅Who benefits
All residents with access to recycling and cleanup programs, plus workers with intellectual disabilities employed through EcoWorks.
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