I walked in with three large bags that were already separated--one for bottles, one for cans, and one for plastic containers. I had five children with me because we were trying to teach them the importance of recycling and taking care of the environment.
Instead of a simple recycling experience, we spent about 25 minutes going through everything. The employee told us that they only accept containers they sell and kept throwing items he wouldn't take into a separate bin. When I asked whether they were required to accept all eligible deposit containers under New York State law, he told me, "No. What am I supposed to do, go to Uncle Giuseppe's? If you bought the bottle from Uncle Giuseppe's, take it there."
I found his attitude extremely rude, dismissive, and unhelpful. What should have been a positive learning experience for the children turned into a frustrating and disappointing one.
I ended up going to Giuseppe's...took plastic, glass and cans in one machine, way easier & which five minutes!! read more