Business Details
Environmental Sustainability Through Responsible Waste Management
Decatur County Solid Waste has been dedicated to promoting environmental longevity through comprehensive recycling programs, community education, and responsible waste disposal since its establishment. Our team works collaboratively with residents and local organizations to reduce landfill waste, implement sustainable practices, and educate the community on eco-friendly solutions. With decades of combined experience in waste management, we prioritize innovative strategies that minimize environmental impact while ensuring compliance with state regulations.Our commitment to transparency and community engagement has established us as a trusted leader in Decatur County's sustainability efforts, offering free shredding events, electronic recycling, and hazardous waste disposal services to protect both public health and natural resources.
Services
Curbside Recycling
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Electronic Recycling
Document Shredding
Community Education Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer free community shredding and tox-a-way events for secure document destruction
- Our curbside recycling program serves Greensburg residents with biweekly collection
- Specialized hazardous waste disposal events held throughout the year
- Comprehensive electronic recycling services for household and business needs
- Community education initiatives promoting environmental longevity and proper disposal
What people say
Excellent free shredding service
Knowledgeable staff at events
Comprehensive recycling options
Valuable community education
Environmental commitment
Services
Curbside Recycling
Curbside recycling services for Greensburg residents with biweekly collection of paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals. Residents receive one free recycling container with optional additional toter rentals. Collection follows a holiday-adjusted schedule with clear guidelines for proper sorting and placement before 7 a.m. on pickup days.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Specialized hazardous waste disposal events held six times annually at Decatur County Fairgrounds. Accepts automotive fluids, household chemicals, pesticides, and other toxic materials. Residents must transport materials safely to event locations with trained staff managing proper disposal procedures to protect public health and environment.
Electronic Recycling
Free electronic waste recycling events accepting computers, televisions, cell phones, and household electronics. Services include secure data destruction for documents and hard drives. Events held at designated locations with specific time windows for different collection areas across Decatur County.
Document Shredding
Complimentary document shredding services provided several times annually at Decatur County Fairgrounds. Designed to protect personal information through secure destruction of financial documents, records, and sensitive paperwork. Residents must transport materials to event locations during specified time slots.
Community Education Programs
Educational initiatives promoting proper waste disposal, recycling techniques, and environmental stewardship. Includes scholarship programs for students pursuing environmental studies, informational resources on waste management, and community outreach through local events and digital platforms.
People
Stephanie Westbrook
Executive Director
Stephanie Westbrook leads Decatur County Solid Waste with over 15 years of environmental program experience. She oversees strategic planning, community outreach, and regulatory compliance while managing annual recycling events and educational initiatives across Decatur County.
Kenny Hooten
Chairman & County Councilman
Kenny Hooten serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors, bringing extensive local government experience to waste management policy development. He contributes to long-term planning and community engagement strategies for Decatur County's environmental programs.
Brian Wenning
Commissioner
Commissioner Brian Wenning focuses on operational implementation of solid waste management plans. With 12 years of public service experience, he works to improve recycling infrastructure and ensure compliance with state environmental regulations across Decatur County.
Questions
What recycling services are available in Greensburg?
Greensburg residents receive curbside recycling with biweekly collection of paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals. Additional services include mobile recycling centers and special events for hazardous materials and electronics.
How can I dispose of hazardous waste?
Hazardous waste disposal occurs at Tox-A-Way Day events six times annually at Decatur County Fairgrounds. Accepted items include chemicals, automotive fluids, and household toxins with specific collection guidelines.
Are there electronics recycling options?
Yes, we host electronic recycling events accepting computers, TVs, cell phones, and peripherals. Check our calendar for scheduled dates at Decatur County Fairgrounds.
How do I schedule document shredding?
Document shredding services are available at designated events. Visit our website for current Tox-A-Way Day schedules and locations for secure paper destruction.
What educational programs do you offer?
We provide environmental education resources, scholarship opportunities for local students, and community outreach through workshops and informational materials on proper waste management practices.
How can I get recycling containers?
Greensburg residents receive one free recycling container. Additional toter rentals are available through Rumpke Waste Services for a small monthly fee.
