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Dakota County Environmental Resources
Community Item Swaps
We all have items we don't need that just take up space. Choosing to donate those items and choosing used over buying new saves money and it’s better for the environment. That is why Dakota County hosts Fix & Swap events in partnership with our Fix-it Clinics.
Community Swaps provide an opportunity for the community to leave their unwanted items and then take as many available items as they wish – for free. All items left over after the event will be donated to a local reuse retailer.
Dakota County Recycling Ambassador Program
The Dakota County Recycling Ambassador program provides training on waste reduction, recycling, composting and solid waste.
Ambassadors agree to volunteer 30 hours putting their skills to work. Ambassadors have the opportunity to staff informational booths at community events, make presentations, and work on special projects in their neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the Dakota County Recycling Ambassador Program.
Fix-It Clinics
Fix-It Clinics provide an opportunity for residents to receive free assistance from repair savvy volunteers guiding them through each step from troubleshooting to completed repair.
Several volunteer opportunities are available to help at a Fix-It Clinic. Volunteer fixers who have skills in soldering, electronics repair, electrical repair, sewing, wood working and general tinkering are essential to making the clinics successful. General volunteers to greet residents are needed as well.
- 04.26: Fix-It Clinic - South St. Paul
- 05.17: Fix-It Clinic - Hastings
- 06.21: Fix-It Clinic - Lakeville
- 07.20: Fix-It Clinic - Eagan
- 08.16: Fix-It Clinic - Inver Grove Heights
- 09.20: Fix-It Clinic - Rosemount
- 10.18: Fix-It Clinic - Farmington
- 11.15: Fix-It Clinic - West St. Paul
- 12.06: Fix-It Clinic - St. Paul
Green Squad - Event Waste Management Assistance
Green Squad volunteers help our county events recycle more and create less waste. Green Squad volunteers are composed of Dakota County Recycling Ambassadors who are trained to be good stewards of our resources and to help others make smart decisions when it comes to recycling and waste management.
ATTENTION: Volunteers must first complete Dakota County's Recycling Ambassador training to participate in Green Squad events.
