Ray Lovato Recycling Center
The center was founded in 1994.
It was named after Ray Lovato, a Rock Springs native who dedicated his life to public service. He was the director of the city Housing and Community Development office where he wrote grants for low-income housing in Rock Springs. He was also integral in the founding of the Rock Springs Historical Museum. The memorial to Ray Lovato (pictured) is located near the Rock Springs Historical Museum, about a block away from the center.
Ray Lovato Recycling Center believes in giving second chances, not only to the product we recycle, but also to the people in the community who strive to become productive members of our society. Some of our employees come to the center seeking a second chance from past mistakes. Others have disabilities that have prevented them from employment elsewhere. Regardless of their past or ability level, we are happy to have them on our team and working to make Sweetwater County greener.
Christmas card from the center, posted on social media, 2019
Good for the planet and our employees
Funding for the center
Recycling is not a self-sustaining endeavor. As a result, the center has many avenues of funding to remain operational. We rely on the following to keep our doors open, our employees paid and continue recycling for Sweetwater County:
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Funding from Solid Waste District #1
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Funding from the City of Rock Springs
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Grants
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Sponsorships
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Generous donations from people like you!
About the Board
Like most nonprofits, the major decisions for Ray Lovato Recycling Center are made by our board, all of whom are volunteers. Board members are community members passionate about recycling in Sweetwater County. They bring various backgrounds and expertise to the table to help the center be successful.
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President: Devon Brubkaer
Secretary/Treasurer: Maria Mortenson
Board Member: Ryne Grossnickle
Board Member: Michelle Foote
Board Member: Stacie Lynch-Newberg
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Interested in serving on the Ray Lovato Recycling Center Board now or in the future? Fill out the form below and we'll contact you when a spot is available. In the message box, please tell us a little about yourself and why you're interested in serving on our board.