Recycling in Radford

Radford University student Mary Hickman has started an online petition to implement a curbside recycling program in the City of Radford.

She writes:

Those who represent the city of Radford are currently considering renovations which would include new sidewalks, bike trails, parks and landscaping. However, no funding has been provided in their five-year plan for much-needed improvements to the recycling program. I spoke with Larry Amy, who oversees recycling for the city (540. 731. 3605). He told me that Radford's streets are too narrow for a curbside recycling program. He also said that there are no future plans for improving the current recycling program.
Tell the city that you want curbside recycling and you want it NOW. Tell them that if you had this program, you would take advantage of it. Yes, there are obstacles that bar the city from creating a curbside program; however, with hard work the challenges can be overcome. The city of Radford is expanding as more students come in every year. Shouldn't our recycling program grow, too? See the city's five-year plan for improvements here.

Please consider signing and/or sending the link to the petition to others.

Also, I'd be curious to hear if other folks have more information about the history and obstacles of recycling in this area...