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Welcome to the City of Longmont's weekly e-News update.
Take Hard to Recycle Items to Diversion Center
The City’s Department of Public Works & Natural Resources will hold a Hard-to-Recycle Event for materials that are not accepted for curbside recycling from 9 am to 1 pm on Saturday, September 8, at the Waste Diversion Center, 140 Martin Street. Materials accepted include computers, electronics and cell phones. There may be a fee for certain items. Bring a copy of your current utility bill to show that you pay the waste management fee. For more information call 303-651-8416.
Free Workshop on Resources for Small Business
The public is invited to “Resources to Start and Grow Your Business,” a free workshop that will introduce you to the many resources available to local businesses and those in the process of starting a business in Longmont. It will be held from 6 to 8 pm on Tuesday, September 11, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. For more information about this and other workshops, visit www.ci.longmont.co.us/library/SmallBusinessSupportWorkshops.htm. For more information on available business assistance, contact Doug Bene at 303-651-8403 or doug.bene@ci.longmont.co.us.
Free Pharmaceutical Drop Off
Don’t flush medication down the sink or toilet! Recent studies have shown that it can pass through the treatment plant and enter the river. Bring your unused and expired medications to Longmont United Hospital at 1950 Mountain View Avenue between 8 am and 2 pm on Saturday, September 29, to be disposed of properly. There is no charge for this service, and all medications are accepted. For more information visit www.ci.longmont.co.us/pwwu/enviro/rx.htm.
Watch Videos and See Why Your Business Belongs in Longmont
To see how four local businesses have taken advantage of business assistance programs watch short videos at www.youbelonginlongmont.com/businesses.html. If you own – or are considering starting – a small business, the City of Longmont can be one of your most valuable partners. The City’s Economic Vitality Division offers several assistance programs and educational resources that have helped many small businesses thrive in Longmont. Learn more about how these programs can help you, visit www.ci.longmont.co.us/econdev or call 303-651-8330.
Rally for Longmont Restaurants - Win $150
You could win a $150 gift card by using your social media skills during the Longmont Restaurant Rally from August 24 through September 9. Just visit your favorite Longmont restaurants, bars and breweries, take a picture of yourself or your group with a menu, and post it to www.facebook.com/YouBelongInLongmont. If you post the most photos from a variety of Longmont restaurants during the Restaurant Rally you’ll win a $150 gift card to a local eatery. The winner will be notified the week of September 10.
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