The drop-off recycling bin at the corner of Sycamore and Railroad Streets in North Judson has been removed. Town officials opted to take it out last week due to excessive illegal dumping in and around the bins. Residents who live within the town limits will soon have curbsiee recycling pickup every other week through Republic Services. The council signed a contract for that service during a special-called Friday meeting.
A fence and no trespassing signs will be added at the former North Judson recycling site. Interim Police Chief Frank Thomas says officers are prepared to crack down on anyone who attempts to dump trash there.
Knox has also had problems with illegal dumping at their recycling drop-off site behind city hall and across from the Knox Police Department.
Contact the Starke County Environmental Management District with any questions about recycling drop-off sites. Their telephone number is 574-772-7085.
