Roses & Weeds

Author: City of Tyler Texas

The City of Tyler hosts a podcast series called Roses & Weeds to keep residents up-to-date with current events and news related to the city. The series celebrates city achievements, or "roses," while also digging into the weeds of city government by discussing the complexities of public administration on the local level.
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Recycling in Tyler
Episode 2
Thursday, 7 November, 2024

In this episode of Roses and Weeds, hosts Julie Goodgame and Adriana Rodriguez welcome Leroy Sparrow, Director of Solid Waste, and Casey Williams, Keep Tyler Beautiful Coordinator, to discuss the current state of recycling in Tyler following the devastating fire that destroyed the Rivers Recycling Center in Kilgore.Leroy provides insights into the challenges faced by the city's recycling efforts in the wake of this crisis, while Casey highlights the available programs and initiatives aimed at helping Tyler residents continue their recycling practices. Together, they explore the importance of community engagement in sustainability and share tips for effective recycling. Tune in to learn how Tyler is adapting and how you can make a difference in your backyard!Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.