AUSTIN, TEXAS – Austin Resource Recovery (ARR), a department of the City of Austin, will hold a press conference on Wednesday, March 1 at 10:00 a.m. to provide an operational update on storm debris collection. Staff will also discuss how the department is using some city parks to improve collection efficiency.

WHO:       
Ken Snipes, Austin Resource Recovery Director
Amy Slagle, Austin Resource Recovery, Division Manager

WHAT:    
Press conference to provide an update on storm debris collection efforts.

WHEN:    
10 a.m. Wednesday, March 1, 2023

WHERE:  
Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park
6301 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78739

PARKING:
Turn onto the main park road and then turn left into the storm debris collection area. Be prepared to present your media credentials at the checkpoint. Proceed past the drop off operations to the end of the road. A staff member will direct you to a parking spot.

B-ROLL OPPORTUNITIES:
B-roll of trucks dropping off debris at Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park and b-roll of contractor crews collecting storm debris in a nearby neighborhood will be available. Details will be shared at the press conference.

RECORDED VIDEO FEED:
A recorded video feed of the press conference will be broadcast at 4:30 p.m. on ATXN 1: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live

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About Austin Resource Recovery

Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) is a department of the City of Austin. We provide essential services that protect people and our planet. We collect recycling, composting, trash, large brush, bulk items and dead animals. We also sweep the streets, recycle and safely dispose of household hazardous waste, and provide community outreach and education. ARR is driving the global transformation of traditional waste management to sustainable resource recovery. Learn more at austinrecycles.com

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