By Daily Press staff
Recycling has its rewards. The city of Santa Monica’s Environmental Program Division is sponsoring a used-oil community event on Saturday, Feb. 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kragen Auto Parts, 2018 Lincoln Blvd. The event will teach adults and children the environmentally correct way to dispose of used auto oil, and will include a coloring contest and games for kids, as well as prizes for those who bring in used motor oil and filters for recycling.
The city’s used-oil recycling outreach program, created to increase awareness about the importance of recycling used motor oil and filters, includes partnerships with local businesses, outreach to the local high school and participation in community events. SMC’s probation program wins award
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on February 1, 2005. Read the original PDF.