The BCUA has sponsored Tire Recycling Programs since 1995. As a result of these programs, over 145,000 tires have been recycled in Bergen County. In addition to disposal concerns, tires have also been targeted as a health threat due to the introduction of West Nile-like virus into the United States. Tires, in addition to bird baths, leaky outdoor faucets, bottles and cans, are excellent breeding grounds for mosquitoes. In order to eliminate these potential breeding grounds, standing water needs to be removed.
Tire recycling is a step towards a solution.
Many Bergen County municipalities collect tires for recycling, so contact your municipal recycling coordinator to see if your municipality recycles tires. If your municipality does not recycle tires, you can deliver them, free of charge to the BCUA s Tire Amnesty Program. 327 East Ridgewood Ave. Moonachie Paramus 281 Campgaw Rd. The Borough has started installing the alternate side parking signs throughout the community.