Commander sets May 2-6 as Edwards AFB Spring Clean-Up Week

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EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. --  May 2-6 has been designated as "Edwards AFB Spring Clean-Up Week."

Strong winds have created large outdoor accumulations of trash, brush and other debris. The accumulation of trash is not only an eyesore, but also a potential fire hazard.

It is important that each member of Team Edwards does his or her part to clean up work and living areas to ensure the base looks nice and remains a great place to live and work, base officials said. Additionally, all organizations are reminded to comply with base appearance standards.

Facility managers are encouraged to use this week for general interior and exterior housekeeping and to perform self-help enhancement projects, such as painting or landscaping. To obtain self-help materials, facility managers should contact the 95th Air Base Wing Civil Engineer Division Logistics Section in Bldg. 3500 at 277-2938.

The Self-Help Center hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. If facility managers require bulk refuse collection for large-item disposal, they should contact the 95th ABW CE Division Contract Management Section at 277-2431 to schedule collection.

Housing occupants are encouraged to use the U-Fix-It Store. Household hazardous materials can be dropped off for reuse and residents can obtain supplies and equipment to assist in home and gardening projects.

Housing occupants are reminded that recyclable items and green waste must be placed in the appropriate containers. If housing occupants place trash or garbage in plastic bags or boxes, please remember the 50-pound weight limit.

Along with their regularly scheduled bulk pick up, an extra bulk pick will be provided to all housing residents May 6. Metal items can be taken to the recycling center at the Base Landfill, Bldg. 7990. Anti-freeze can be turned in at the Auto Hobby Shop in Bldg. 2440. Motor oil can be turned in at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service Gas Station, Bldg. 2110. Tires can be turned in at either the Auto Hobby Shop or AAFES Gas Station for a minimal disposal fee. Paint, household chemicals, gas cans with gas and all household batteries can be turned in at the U-Fix-It Store, Wednesday through Sunday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Team Edwards members can turn in usable items for reuse to the Airman's Attic, Thrift Store, Base Supply and Recycling Center.