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Recycle bins, compost bins and rain barrels are all available through the
Department of Public Works


Recycle bins are $5, compost bins are available for $25 and rain barrel's for $47.
There are two types of compost bin; the "New Age" and the "Earth Machine".



The "New Age" Compost Bin"



Dimensions:

32" H with variable diameter

Capacity:

adustable - up to 24 cubic feet

Weight:

20 lbs.

Composition:

made from 100% UV-resistant recycled plastic soda bottles

More:

  • Unique dual cone design virtually eliminates need for constant turning
  • Patented cone shaped top retains heat & moisture
  • Bottom cone draws air into the center to increase aerobic activity
  • Assembles in 10 minutes without tools
  • Durable and weather resistant
  • Color: BLACK (green no longer available)
  • Air holes are less than 1/2" in diameter - holes let in oxygen but helps deters larger critters
  • Bottom cone secures firmly to the ground and the adjacent bin wall with galvanized steelpins
  • Recycle plastic jugs by using them as stuffing support for bottom cone
  • Made in the USA

 


The "Earth Machine" Compost Bin



Dimensions:

33" H x 33" x 34"

Capacity:

10 cubic feet or 80 gallon

Weight:

20 lbs.

Composition:

UV resistant recycled polyethylene

More:
  • Durable, lightweight design
  • Twist top lid allows you to control ventilation
  • Ventilation slots are large enough to let in oxygen but keep out rodents
  • Fastens to the ground by twist pegs - for animal and wind control
  • Round design allows unit to be turned/lifted to access pile from any direction
  • Sliding door can be secured to prevent animal entry
  • No corners for materials to dry out
  • No special tools required or holes to dig for setup - easy snap together assembly
  • Black color for maximum solar heat retention
  • Proven 10 year track record - close to 2 million in use worldwide

 

 

Discounted Rain Barrel Sale

Through a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, the first 50 SkyJuice rain barrels are available for $47, nearly 50% off the retail price of $85. Limited time offer!

Conserve water!


Save money!


Reduce stormwater run-off!

SkyJuice New England Rain Barrels

  • 55 gallon, plastic, Terra Cotta colored recycled food grade barrels.
  • The fully screened intake port keeps mosquitoes, other insects, and debris out.
  • The lid can be removed for easy cleaning, and for storing hoses inside the barrel during the winter.
  • The brass spigot can be connected to a regular hose, soaker hose, or low flow drip irrigation systems.
  • The over flow tubing is used to direct water away from the foundation, or to join multiple barrels for additional capacity.

DEP Discounted Price: $47 *

 

 

 
 


Town of Seekonk, Public Works Department
871 Taunton Ave, Seekonk, MA 02771, Telephone: 508-336-7407
Superintendent of Public Works: Robert Lamoureux Town Engineer: Dave Cabral
Clerks: Kathy Coyle , Heidi Hagman
Recycling/Composting Coordinator:
Lee Ann Tavares, Phone: 508-336-8523, Fax: 508-336-5829
Recycling Committee Members:
Lee Ann Tavares, Jody Miller, Kimberly Perry-Ford, Frank Oliver, Nanette Depatie