I am the first who asked about old computers.  Thanks for the list -- it
bears checking out, but it would be helpful to know what they accept...
for example, before you take something to Recycle North, please offer it
to ME!  They accept only "current" models -- I believe they don't even
take 486 PCs let alone the old Apple IIes that I am trying to unload!
Also, Computer Exchange is referring people to me since they will not
accept what I NEED!  So, that goes to show what I'm trying to get rid of!
:-)

Please .... If you are getting rid of 486 PCs, particularly if they have
sound cards and/or CDROMs, or any Pentiums, please let me know -- we can
use them to replace our old IBM Eduquest 386 machines!  And if you want
any of these old Eduquest machines, let me know before February 19.

Thanks all.

Joanne Finnegan
Technology Coordinator
Jericho and Richmond Elementary Schools

Susan Martin wrote:

> Some of you have inquired about what to do with your old
> computers.
>
> Here are some organizations you can contact (please note that I
> have only included Vermont organizations in this message, however
> there are numerous other organizations and businesses throughout
> New England:
>
> The following organizations will find new users for your old
> equipment, call them to see what they accept and if any fees are
> involved and how transportation arrangements are made:
>
> Recycle North, 316 Pine Street, Burlington (802-658-4143)
>
> Vermont Retroworks/ACCAG, 282 Boardman Street, Middlebury
> (802-388-3608)
>
> Goodwill Industries, Inc. (check your local phone book)
> NOTE:  there are more locations throughout New England, but I
> have only included those in Vermont)
>
> Other businesses or organizations to contact:
>
> Ellen Roffman (802-365-7991)
> Vermont Business Materials Exchange
> P.O. Box 430, Nefane
>
> OR contact the following computer reuse and recycling companies:
>
> Computer Exchange
> Taft Corner Shopping Center, Williston (802-879-3433)
>
> Micro Mechanics (monitors only, no momochrome)
> 4175 Sodom Road, Milton  (1-800-639-8126)
>
> VT Assistive Tech. Recyc. Project
> 23 Pleasant Street, Springfield (1-800-491-6840)
>
> Computer Plus
> 338 Dorset Street, So. Burlington (802-863-5633)
>
> GeoSoft:  The Company
> P.O. Box 643, Bellows Falls (603-756-4245)
>
> Ribbon Recyclers
> 28 Commerce Street, Unit 3, PO Box 878, Williston (802-660-8960)
>
> Vemont State Surplus Property
> Montpelier (802-828-3394)
>
> There are many more outside of Vermont, please let me know if you
> are interested in a more extensive listing, I can fax you what I have.
> Contact me directly.
>
> Please note this disclaimer -  the list must not assume the inclusion
> of compliance with all environmental regulations and the Department
> of Public Service (my employer) does not recommend or endorse
> any of these companies or organizations.  The purpose of this
> message is to provide examples of businesses and organizations
> that accept computers for reuse or recycling.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Susan S. Martin
> Vermont Department of Public Service
> 802-828-4075
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