Gaithersburg, MD

Gaithersburg Recycling Service Summary

Recycling in Gaithersburg just became easier as residents of single family homes and townhouses can now "single stream" their recyclables. Single streaming simplifies the recycling process by allowing customers to combine recyclable paper, plastic, glass, steel and aluminum materials into one single container for collection. These materials are then picked up by a single truck and taken to the Waste Management recycling facility in Elkridge, MD, where advanced recycling technology is used to automate the sorting of these materials. Single streaming promotes recycling for those who like the simplicity of using one container for all recyclables. This system eliminates the need to separate newspapers from bottles and cans, which can take up space at home with several different bins for recycling. Any questions regarding these collections should be directed to the Gaithersburg Department of Public Works at 301-258-6370.

Once Per Week Collection (Single Family and Townhouses)

• Regular Refuse - Not collected by the City. Residents should make arrangements directly with private refuse haulers.
  
  
• Newspapers, Mixed Paper, Recyclable Cans, Glass Containers, and Plastic Containers - Collected by the City's recycling contractor in City provided bins, placed at the curb on your recycling day.
  
  
• Corrugated Cardboard - Collected by the City's recycling contractor these no longer need to be cut or flattened.
  
  
• Brush and Branches - Collected by the City's recycling contractor when tied in bundles or placed in biodegradable brown paper bags and placed at the curb on your recycling day.
  
  
• Grass Clippings and Other Yard Trimmings - Collected by the City's recycling contractor when placed in biodegradable brown paper bags and set at the curb on your recycling day.

Once Per Month Collection

• Large Appliances - Collected by City crews on your first recycling day of the month. Doors should be removed or secured so they cannot be opened.
  
  
• Large Household Items - Acceptable items collected by City crews on your first recycling day of the month.

Bulk items must be separated from regular refuse and marked "Bulk Pick Up" Items improperly prepared will not be collected.

Special Collections

• Loose Leaves - Collected by crews in the fall and spring when raked to the curb during designated leaf collection days.
  
  
• Storm Damage/Large Amounts of Brush - Call 301-258-6370 to discuss special arrangements.
  
  
• Holiday Trees - Collected by City crews when placed at the curb on your recycling day (Dec. 26 - Jan. 31).

Apartments and Condominiums

On October 17, 2005, Gaithersburg's Mayor and City Council approved Ordinance No. O-8-05 which makes Montgomery County's multi-family and commercial recycling laws applicable in the City of Gaithersburg.

Multifamily properties located in Gaithersburg must now implement a recycling program in accordance with Montgomery County's "Think Reduce and Recycle at Apartments and Condominiums" (TRRAC) program. Montgomery County implements the multifamily recycling program in Gaithersburg. For more information, please contact the TRRAC Multi-Family Recycling Program at 240-777-6400 or visit the website.

http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/swstmpl.asp?url=/Content/DPWT/solidwaste/education/trrac/index.asp

Key provisions of Montgomery County's multifamily recycling laws:

• On-site recycling services must be provided for all residents.
  
  
• Multifamily properties must recycle certain materials:

  - Newspapers, including inserts
  - Aluminum and bi-metal (steel/tin) food and beverage cans and aluminum foil products
  - Glass bottles and jars (green, clear and amber)
  - Plastic bottles with necks
  - Yard trimmings (grass, leaves, brush and Christmas trees)

• The property owner/manager must develop a waste reduction and recycling plan for submission to Montgomery County.
  
  
• The property owner/manager must contract with a Montgomery County licensed collector.
  
  
• The property owner/manager must meet County annual reporting requirements.
  
  

Businesses

On October 17, 2005, Gaithersburg's Mayor and City Council approved Ordinance No. O-8-05 which makes Montgomery County's multi-family and commercial recycling laws applicable in the City of Gaithersburg.

Businesses located in Gaithersburg must now implement a recycling program in accordance with Montgomery County's "Smart Organization Reduce & Reuse Tons" (SORRT) program. Montgomery County implements the business recycling program in Gaithersburg. For more information, please contact the SORRT Non-residential Recycling Program at 240-777-6400 or visit the website.

http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/swstmpl.asp?url=/Content/DPWT/solidwaste/education/sorrt/index.asp

Key provisions of Montgomery County's commercial recycling laws:

• All businesses must recycle the following required materials with a goal of recycling 50 percent of total waste produced:

  - office paper
  - corrugated cardboard containers
  - newspaper
  - aluminum and steel/tin food and beverage cans (including bi-metal cans)
  - glass and plastic food and beverage containers
  - yard trim

• Businesses with 100 or more onsite employees must complete a Business Recycling and Waste Reduction Plan (referred to as the Plan) to tell the County how your business will recycle the required materials.
  
  
• Businesses with 100 or more onsite employees must submit an Annual Business Recycling and Waste Reduction Report (referred to as the Annual Report) by the dates specified in the Reporting Schedule. Businesses with fewer than 100 onsite employees may submit an annual report upon request of the Division of Solid Waste Services.

Related Information

Fall Leaf Collection Oil and Antifreeze Recycling Area Recycling Paper Products (Single Family and Townhouses) Recycling Cans, Glass and Plastic Bottles (Single Family and Townhouses) Recycling Corrugated Cardboard Spring Leaf Collection

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Homes For Sale Gaithersburg MD 20878

Homes For Sale Gaithersburg MD 20878

Market Report for all the market activity in:

• Quince Orchard Manor
• Quince Orchard Knolls
• Quince Orchard Park

* All Single Family Homes for sale in Quince Orchard Manor
* All Single Family Homes for sale in Quince Orchard Knolls
* All Single Family Homes for sale in Quince Orchard Park
Including:
* All Foreclosures in Gaithersburg
* All Short Sales in Gaithersburg
* All distressed properties included in this report
This market report below is for the month of November 2009. This includes all Active Homes
including SHORT SALES and FORECLOSURES.

We have a new prepared list of foreclosures for Montgomery County. . send me an email for a copy. . . Fernando@Herboso.com

If you are new to the area. . this neighborhood is very convenient because it's proximity
to Washington DC and The Kentlands at a lower price.
Shopping and Entertainment galore, The Kentlands and Rio are nearby.
All Quince Orchard neighborhoods offer the convenience of nearby community parks, acres of open space,
clubhouses with pools and tennis courts, hiking and biking trails and plenty schools.
Here’s what’s happening in Quince Orchard. The real estate market activity during this month seems to be leaps and bounds ahead of last year for buyers.
According to the Washington/Maryland Multiple Listing Service, there are 13 homes available to buy in all of Quince Orchard.
At the same time, only one home have sold this month so far.
There are 5 properties currently under contract.
Potential buyers shouldn’t wait. With a strong buyers market, combined with low mortgage rates, now’s the time to get a great deal on your dream home.

Total Number Of SOLD FOR NOVEMBER SO FAR: 1
Total Number Of SOLD FOR OCTOBER : 6

Number Of SOLD FOR SEPTEMBER : 5

Total Number Of SOLD FOR AUGUST : 6

Total Number Of SOLD FOR JULY : 4
Total Number Of SOLD FOR JUNE : 9
Total Number Of SOLD THIS YEAR SO FAR : 37

For Homes in Quince Orchard Gaithersburg MD 21708

I want you to know that you may call me for any reason. And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling. I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals. My direct number is 240-426-575

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Gaithersburg Thanksgiving Day Recycling to be Picked Up the FOLLOWING Saturday

The City of Gaithersburg announces that the collection of recycled materials for residents whose regular recycling day is Thursday, November 26, 2009 will take place the FOLLOWING Saturday, November 28. This includes newspaper, mixed paper, corrugated cardboard, and commingled materials, as well as brush, branches, grass clippings, leaves and other yard trimmings, picked up by the City's recycling contractor.

Regular trash and garbage collection for City residents is handled by private contractors. Please contact your HOA or your private contractor regarding the holiday collection schedule for these materials.

For more information please contact the City's Department of Public Works at 301-258-6370, or email publicworks@gaithersburgmd.gov.

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Gaithersburg Again Named Best Place in Maryland to Raise Your Kids

For the second year in a row, BusinessWeek magazine has named Gaithersburg as Maryland's "Best Place to Raise Your Kids." To be in the running, towns in each state had to have at least 45,000 residents and a median family income between $40,000 and $125,000. Rankings considered such elements as school performance, affordability and safety. Weight was also given to cost of living, air quality, job growth, racial diversity, local parks, ball fields, zoos, recreation centers, museums, and theaters.

In the write up on the BusinessWeek website, Gaithersburg was described as "... a former farming town at the terminus of the D.C. Metro's Red Line ... a diverse, affordable place with a shopping district called ‘Old Towne' that dates back to the 19th century." The City has a population listed at just over 60,000 and a median household income of $88,603. Runners up in Maryland were Frederick and Ellicott City. The city ranked number one in the nation was Tinley Park, IL.

"It's nice to receive national recognition, validating the efforts we put forth to make this a very livable community," said Mayor Sidney Katz. "Our emphasis on youth programs, environmental stewardship, open space, and cultural enrichment certainly helps make this a desirable place to raise a family."

For more information on the BusinessWeek rankings please visit www.businessweek.com. For more information on the City of Gaithersburg please contact cityhall@gaithersburgmd.gov or 301-258-6310.

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Winter Lights Festival

Phone 301-258-6350 Email parksrec@gaithersburgmd.gov

14th Annual Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 28 & 29,
then Nightly Dec. 4 - Jan. 2
(closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1)

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For thirteen years the City of Gaithersburg's Winter Lights Festival has dazzled audiences throughout the Washington metropolitan area. It's back for its fourteenth season, ready to welcome thousands to enjoy the traditional 3.5 mile drive through a magically transformed Seneca Creek State Park.

But first, enjoy a sneak preview of the lights when you drive through the park on Saturday or Sunday, November 28 or 29. During the two-day premiere the festival will be open from 6 to 10 p.m. Admission is $14 per car.

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On Monday, November 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. we invite you to put on some comfortable shoes and join us for a one-mile stroll through Teddy Bear Land. Or bring a blanket and enjoy the view from our 45-minute open air trolley rides. This is a great way to see the dazzling displays from a whole new perspective. For City of Gaithersburg residents, admission is $3 per person for both the walk and the trolley. Nonresident admission is $4. Children two and under must ride in a collapsible stroller, and are admitted free for the walk. Online registration begins October 28, 2009. Visit the festival website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/winterlights.

The Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival will then be open nightly for drive-through traffic December 4 through January 2. It is closed on December 25 and January 1.

Driving through the enchanted forest setting of Seneca Creek State Park, visitors will enjoy more than 380 illuminated displays and 60 animated vignettes that light up the night. Themed areas along the 3.5 mile drive include Winter Woods, Teddy Bear Land, Victorian Village, the North Pole and much more. The park is located at 11950 Clopper Road, a few miles west of the intersection with I-270.

In the spirit of the holidays, proceeds from the 2009 festival will benefit local charities, including the Dolores Swoyer Camp Scholarship Fund, Friends of Seneca Creek State Park, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Gaithersburg Help, and the Gaithersburg Holiday Giving Program.

Winter Lights is open Sunday through Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. The Festival is closed on December 25 and January 1. Cash-only admission is $12 per car Monday through Thursday and $14 per car Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Two dollar discount coupons valid Monday through Thursday only are available at nearby Lakeforest Shopping Center.

For more information and group admission rates please call 301-258-6350 or visit www.gaithersburgmd.gov/winterlights.

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