After careful review, the Town of Eastham and the Eastham Elementary School Parents Group (EESPG) have decided to terminate the Bottles & Cans (B&C) recycling program effective October 1, 2025. The long-running initiative, which has been operating since 2000, has supported various EESPG initiatives and the maintenance of the Field of Dreams through revenue raised from redeemed bottles and cans.
The decision to terminate the Bottles and Cans Recycling Program is based on insufficient volunteer support and reduced financial return. Continuing the program is no longer sustainable for the Town at this time.
The Recreation & Beach Department and DPW will continue collecting bottles and cans through September 2025. Beginning October 1, 2025, the redemption bins for plastics and cans will be closed, and residents will be asked to place those items in the regular separated recycling bins instead. At the same time, the town is exploring new partnerships with nonprofit or community groups to take over the program in the future.