Heidelberg Township, Lehigh County

 The Heidelberg Township

Environmental Advisory Council

  Purpose – The purpose of the Environmental Advisory Council is to evaluate, support and promote economic, historical, and environmental needs that will sustain and improve the quality of life in HeidelbergTownship.

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MONTHLY COMMITTEE REPORTS

December 2008 Minutes          February 2009 Minutes        March 2009 Minutes

May 2009 Minutes     October 2009 Report      July 2010 Minutes

RECYCLING IN HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP- The Township offiers recycling for all different types of recyclable materials to include glass, steel and aluminum, paper, plastics and cardboard.  There is no reason to separate the materials, just drop them in the containers in the rear of the Township Building.  The containers are open 24 hours a day and 7 days per week.  No hazardous materials PLEASE!.  Please contact Lehigh County Solid Waste Management below for instructions on how to properly dispose of hazardous materials.  Please click HERE for a list of acceptable recycable materials at our drop-off site.

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What are Household Hazardous Wastes?  Good examples are:  oil-based paints, paint thinner, turpentine, stains, varnishes, Batteries, gasoline, gas/oil mix, Kerosene, mercury, thermometers, fluorescent tubes, roof tar, driveway sealer, pool/spa chemicals, photo chemicals, insecticides/pesticides, weed killers, fertilizers, glues/adhesives.  Lehigh County offers a Household Hazardous Waste disposal service twice a year (April/October) where residents can drop off their HHW for proper disposal.  Space is limited and appointments are necessary so watch this website or the County website for more information. =========================================================================================

LEHIGH COUNTY RECYCLING - Lehigh County Solid Waste Management 610-799-4177 Or go to the Lehigh County website and click on Solid Waste www.lehighcounty.org ========================================================================================

Rubbish Hauling In Heidelberg Township

Heidelberg Township does not have a dedicated rubbish hauler.  Each property owner may choose a rubbish hauler of their own choosing.  The local yellow pages have a large listing of rubbish haulers that do business in the Township.  We suggest the property owner “Shop around” to see which hauler offers the best deal to the consumer.

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2008 Accomplishments Report - CLICK HERE

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2009 Work Plan - CLICK HERE

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ONLOT SEPTIC SYSTEM? 

CLICK HERE TO READ THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION BOOKLET ON HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR SYSTEM