State Representative Charlie Meier hosted a free tire recycling event in Greenville this week, drawing hundreds of residents and collecting approximately one-and-a-half semi-truck loads of tires.
Meier said turnout was strong enough that an additional semi-truck was needed to handle the number of tires brought in for recycling. Everyone who came to the event was able to participate.
“This is the second year we have hosted this free event in Greenville, and the turnout both years has been outstanding,” Meier said. “I am glad to bring events like these across the district, and I am glad the community is taking advantage of this opportunity to recycle tires that could otherwise end up in our creeks, ditches, or landfills.”
Meier thanked Greenville Mayor George Barber, the Greenville FFA, the City of Greenville, and other volunteers for helping with the event.
“We simply could not do this without the help of volunteers,” Meier said.
Meier said he plans to continue offering free tire recycling events in communities throughout the district and hopes to make them an annual opportunity for residents.
