Color Irondequoit Green
Winter in Irondequoit
By recycling your Christmas tree, rather than leaving out for trash pickup, you are diverting valuable materials from the landfill. Trees are mulched and used for landscaping by municipalities and residents.
Option 1: Ecopark
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Real trees, without decorations, can be dropped off during open hours. They should be dropped off at the back of the parking in the compost give back area. Drop off artificial trees in the metal scrap, or electronics if the tree has built in lights.
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Where: 10 Avion Drive, Rochester, NY
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When: Wed 1pm-6:30pm, Sat 7:30am-1pm
CIG is an organization of residents from the town of Irondequoit who are working towards a sustainable future.
We are respectful, inclusive, nonpartisan, solutions-focused, transparent, collaborative, scientifically-informed, and committed to social, racial, environmental, and inter-generational justice.
Next Monthly Meeting:
Monday, Jan 12th, 7 – 8:30 pm
In person: Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, rm 212
Virtual: Zoom link
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Our current projects include Walk Bike Irondequoit, Healthy Yards Irondequoit, ReTree Irondequoit, and the Irondequoit Eco-Fair.
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We currently have a few volunteer opportunities, and
we are happy to collaborate with individuals and other like minded groups.
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Highlights
Check out below calls to action and highlighted events. Check out the events section for all events.
Our Newsletter
Our newsletter contains information about CIG’s and related groups' recent work and upcoming events. There are helpful guides, resources, and media recommendations.
Embracing the Seasons in the Native Garden
Wednesday, Oct 15th
6:30 - 8:00
Irondequoit Public Library, rm 213
Every season in Western New York has ecological value and purpose. How can we learn from this succession and change in nature and apply it to our yards? This talk by Sarah Sutton, Ontario County master gardener and owner of Spicebush Swallowtail Native Plants and Eco Design, will describe different local ecosystems and how they change through the seasons; as well as how we might embrace and guide these changes in our own gardens for maximum ecological value and beauty. The talk will be followed by discussion and questions. This is a CIG event. More info and accessibility requests here.
Irondequoit Street Tree Program
Did you know the Irondequoit Tree Department will plant a sizeable tree in front of your property FOR FREE?
If you would like your home to be considered for a new street tree, please fill out Street Tree Request Form or contact treedepartment@irondequoit.gov.
Reference the young tree care guide here.
Individual Climate Pledge
The Accelerator is asking members of Color Your Community Green groups, like CIG, to sign the pledge, committing to being a part of the solution: reducing our personal carbon footprint, educating ourselves on the issue, and pushing for policies at the community and state level that will result in an inclusive green energy transition.
Irondequoit Conservation Board Seeks Members
The Irondequoit Conservation Board is seeking new members. The Board preserves the Town’s natural environment. It reviews and provides recommendations on all proposed legislation and development applications with the potential for significant environmental impacts. Members must be residents of the Town of Irondequoit and have availability the first Wednesday evening of each month. Email Conservationboard@irondequoit.org for more information.
Consolidated Events Calendar
Use this calendar to see many local events offered by the Accelerator, other local Color Your Community Green groups, Pachamama, Reconnect Rochester, ROC Vegan Society, and others. Featured events are at the top of the page, and complete calendar at the bottom.