With Election Over, Cleanup Begins
Now that the 2008 Elections have come to a close, it’s time to take down the political signs that have brightly decorated your front lawn for the past few months.
Although availability varies depending on your location, many cities across the country are recycling political signs in curbside programs or collection events. Often made of cardboard, corrugated plastic or paper, signs made of a singular material are most often accepted. Some hybrids, such as cardboard coated in plastic, can be a bit more tricky.
Check with your local recycler or campaign headquarters before you toss campaign signs. You need to make sure they are recyclable in your area, or check to see if supporters for your candidate are collecting them. Also, take note of any pre-recycling requirements, such as removing metal or wood stakes and staples.
If you don’t have access to sign recycling in your city, the reuse options for these campaign advertisements are many. From furniture to birdhouses, these signs can serve as advertisements not just for your favoriate candidate, but for your ingenuity in the art of reuse.
