Spring Community Updates

Glass Returned to Single‑Stream Recycling on May 1

As of May 1, clean glass bottles and jars could be placed directly into single‑stream recycling bins. This countywide update, supported by Summit County, SCRAP, and HC3 (High Country Conservation Center), made recycling easier for residents and businesses. Glass‑only drop‑off depots still remain available throughout town, and items such as drinking glasses, Pyrex, ceramics, mirrors, and light bulbs were not accepted in single‑stream recycling. For more information, visit Glass Recycling - High Country Conservation Center. 

Stage 2 Water Restrictions Began May 1 

As of May 1, the Town of Breckenridge entered Stage 2 Water Restrictions due to historically low snowpack and projected low river flows. Outdoor irrigation was limited to two days per week based on address, with watering allowed only between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m., and no watering permitted on weekends or Mondays. Additional rules applied, including shutoff‑nozzle requirements for hoses and limits on car washing and pavement cleaning. Drip irrigation and hand watering remained allowed at any time, and new landscaping installed within the past two years was exempt. For full details, resources, and reporting tools, visit the Town’s Water Restrictions page.  

Breck E-Ride returned May 1 

The Town of Breckenridge has re-launched the Breck E-Ride community e-bikeshare network for its fourth season. The program aims to reduce vehicle trips and congestion by providing a convenient way to get around town without needing to use a car. The Breck E-Ride operates using a “hub-to-hub” model, meaning users must start and end their trips at designated hub locations, and trips must stay within the service area limited to Breckenridge. This year’s program offers additional e-bikes and hub locations, with a total system size of 194 e-bikes spread out across 38 different hub locations. The e-bikeshare network provides convenient access for over 16 different workforce housing neighborhoods, in addition to key destinations such as the transit center, grocery store, library, recreation center, post office, and various community parks and trailheads. For more information – Breck E-Ride. 

Energy Efficiency Home Assessments & Rebates with HC3 

HC3 serves as your local energy-efficiency coach through its Energy Smart Colorado program. To start, residents simply sign up for a home energy assessment—HC3 schedules an expert visit, inspects your home, and provides a detailed report with personalized recommendations. Following the assessment, HC3 helps you choose and prioritize upgrades—from attic insulation and air sealing to heat pumps, smart thermostats, EV chargers, and more. You could be eligible for up to $5,000 in local rebates, covering 100% of project costs (often combined with state or utility incentives). To get started, contact HC3’s Energy Team at (970) 668-5703 or visit their Home Energy Assessments page for more info and sign-up instructions.