Andover has doubled the number of solar-powered trash compactors in the downtown, a move that should keep the downtown cleaner and lets workers empty downtown trash receptacles less frequently because the compactors hold considerably more than traditional barrels.
The state Department of Energy Resources, under the Green Communities Act, has awarded the town five FY10 BigBelly Solar Compactors with bottle/can recycling units.
On Thursday, July 15, the Highway Division of the Department of Public Works began installing these new units on Main Street. Previously, the DPW had purchased four of the solar compactor units which are currently located in various downtown locations. Town Manager Buzz Stapczynski said Andover had been looking to purchase these units but due to budget constraints the purchase was postponed.
"Andover has been designated as a Green Community and the addition of these five units from the grant is a welcomed surprise and a wonderful addition to our newly renovated downtown," Stapczynski said in a release.
The new units are being installed at the following locations: in front of the Town House at 20 Main St., in the parking lot behind the Town House, in front of CVS, in front of Dunkin' Donuts and in front of Ultimate Perk.
