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Augusta Recyclers expands hours and services Waste and recycling provider adds flexibility for customers
A qathet region waste and recycling provider is expanding its services and hours while looking to meet demand and reinforce its role in the community. Augusta Recyclers has reopened its recycling depot on Saturdays, a move general manager Brian Palmquist says was driven by customer demand. “We decided to reopen our depot after seeing a demand from many people in the south end of town,” says Palmquist. The additional day also gives staff more flexibility to manage higher volumes of materials. “This also allows staff to catch up on the processing of these recyclables after busy weeks and presents us with the opportunity to begin developing a commercial recycling program for local businesses,” he adds. Hours are 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday, with recycling services available from 8 am to 4 pm on Saturdays at 7346 Highway 101. Augusta provides a range of options that go beyond typical residential drop-off. The company handles construction and demolition materials, green waste, scrap metal and household recycling, while also offering trucking, bin rentals and equipment rentals. It HANDY-MAN SPECIAL
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also provides demolition services, acting as what Palmquist describes as a one-stop shop from initial estimates through to teardown, hauling and disposal. Augusta Recyclers is also the contract operator for qathet Regional District’s resource-recovery centre, managing day-to-day operations on site. That work includes receiving and processing materials, assisting customers, operating equipment and supporting waste diversion, as well as public education efforts. Palmquist says the company’s role is focused on keeping operations running smoothly and safely while helping residents navigate recycling options. As interest in environmental sustainability grows, the deLOVELY HALF DUPLEX
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mand for more recycling opportunities is likely to follow, he adds. “I think most people would love to see more reduce, reuse and recycle opportunities available to help with our environmental impact.” To support that, Augusta is working to expand its recycling services, including developing options for commercial customers who may not have access to existing programs. Plans are also in the works for infrastructure upgrades, including a new transfer station for construction, demolition and green waste aimed at improving efficiency and reducing wait times. Additional changes include expanding cardboard recycling options for businesses and upgrading the household recycling receiving OCEAN VIEW
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area to improve traffic flow and customer experience. The company continues to look for ways to keep more materials out of the landfill, including working with partners to improve diversion and identify new end uses for waste. While some materials must still be shipped out of the region, Palmquist says the long-term goal is to find more local solutions. Augusta employs about 30 people, many of whom have spent many years with the company. That experience helps maintain consistent service across operations, according to Palmquist. “Our team is a hardworking group that keeps every part of the operation moving. They’re the people who make sure the community
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