2025 Master Recycler Workshop Year
Over the course of 2025, all people who have gone through the Master Recycler Class are invited back to participate in monthly refresher trainings, tours, several in-person spring kick-off events, and appreciation events celebrating you! Pick and choose which trainings and tours interest you. Join all class sessions to essentially retake the Master Recycler class.
The Website Password is “recycler” for those of you who have not logged in for a while.
Upcoming Lessons and Tours
Wednesday November 19: New Master Recycler Software Demonstration! On Zoom, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (this is a slight topic change).
No Tour
Past Lessons
Visit the Class Presentations page of the Master Recycler website for links to the PowerPoint slides, YouTube Recording (only accessible via this link), and the Zoom Chat.
Hola, expertos en reciclaje.
El artículo a continuación describe un nuevo software para registrar horas y apuntarse a eventos. Sergio y yo estamos trabajando juntos para preparar este software para los expertos en reciclaje. Por favor, sigan reportando sus horas a Sergio como siempre hasta nuevo aviso.
¡Gracias!
New Master Recycler Software!
How you report hours and sign up for events is changing!
We’re thrilled to introduce you to Better Impact, our brand-new volunteer management software that’s designed with Master Recyclers in mind!
Whether you’ve been volunteering with us for years or you’re just getting started, Better Impact will make your volunteer experience easier, more flexible, and more connected than ever before.
What is Better Impact?
Better Impact is an easy-to-use online platform where you can manage your own volunteer journey, from signing up for shift to tracking your hours, all in one convenient place. It’s secure, user-friendly, and works on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
What Can You Do With Better Impact?
Here’s what you’ll be able to do once you’re set up:
View and sign up for upcoming shifts with just a few clicks
Easily log and track your volunteer hours to see how much of an impact you’ve made
Access quizzes and trainings specific for Master Recyclers
Review the Master Recycler Handbook which is now more flexible and dynamic
Update your contact information anytime it changes
Receive important messages and reminders from us, so you’re always in the loop
Easy Access Anytime, Anywhere
You can log in from your computer or download the MyImpact app to stay connected on the go. Whether you’re checking your schedule from home or logging hours right after a shift, it’s all at your fingertips.
Why We’re Excited and You Should Be Too!
Better impact will not only make things more convenient for you but also help us better support your contributions and recognize the incredible difference you make. It will also reduce the amount of staff time spent logging your volunteer hours, meaning more time for planning tours, speaker sessions, and other continuing education opportunities for you! What’s not to love about that?
Several Master Recyclers have had early access to the system and are loving it!
What’s Next?
Attend the upcoming Workshop Year lesson (see above) to learn more about the program. This training will be recorded for later review, too.
In January, you will receive an email with your login information and simple instructions to get started. Don’t worry, we’ll have plenty of support resources to help you get started, including onboarding documents, online trainings, recordings of trainings, and Master Recycler mentors ready to meet with you if you’d like.
For several months, both Better Impact AND the old Report Your Hours form will be up and running. This will allow you time to transition over to the new system. Stacy will announce with plenty of heads up in the newsletter when the old system will retire.
Want Early Access?
Promise to provide feedback on using the onboarding guide and Stacy will provide you early access! The guide is short (around 10 pages, mostly pictures) and you can log hours for it!
Let Stacy know you want early access by noon on Thursday, November 6 to receive your log in and onboarding guide.
Spread the Word - Applications Now Open for the Multnomah County Class
¡Bienvenidos a los voluntarios bilingües!
Help us spread the word! Applications for the Multnomah County Master Recycler class closes December 10th.
Tell people you talk with while volunteering.
Share the application on your social media, local Nextdoor, or neighborhood group while sharing what the program means to you.
Anuncio de empleo con la Ciudad de Portland
¡Hola Expert@s en Reciclaje! A continuación, encontrarán un anuncio de empleo con la ciudad de Portland en el equipo de basura y reciclaje. Buscamos una diversidad de candidatos y damos la bienvenida a las personas bilingües aplicar.
Job announcement with City of Portland
Hello Master Recyclers!
City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability is hiring two limited duration Business Recycling Technical Assistants and encourage you to either apply or spread the word within your networks.
These staff will visit businesses and multifamily properties to inspect recycling containers, assess the amount of trash in the recycling bins, and coach property managers and staff on how to improve recycling practices.
Salary: $17.25–$31.42 hourly
Application deadline: November 10, 2025
Schedule: 26 hours/week, Mon–Fri (some inspections/ride-alongs may start prior to 6 am)
Where you’ll work: Mostly in the community across Portland, with ~5–10% office time in downtown Portland.
This position is a Community Service Aide (CSA) II classification and is a one-year casual position with the possibility of extension.
Note: These positions are funded through Oregon’s Plastic Pollution & Recycling Modernization Act (RMA).
If you have any questions about these positions, please email Stefanus Gunawan the hiring manager at Stefanus.Gunawan@portlandoregon.gov
Estás invitado: Plan de Acción Climática de Beaverton - Jornada de Puertas Abiertas - 13 de noviembre
Ayude a dar forma al futuro climático de Beaverton…
📅Cuándo: Jueves, 13 de noviembre | De 5:00 a 7:00 p.m
📍Dónde: Ayuntamiento de Beaverton (12725 SW Millikan Way)
Acompáñenos en una jornada de puertas abiertas sin cita previa para:
Aprender sobre el proyecto de plan de acción climática
Comentar sobre los puntos del proyecto
Explorar cómo usted y su comunidad pueden tomar medidas
¡Disfrutar de refrescos, bocadillos y actividades interactivas!
El cuidado infantil gratuito y la interpretación de idiomas para el evento estarán disponibles bajo solicitud. Por favor, envíe un correo electrónico a Sustainability@BeavertonOregon.gov antes del jueves 6 de noviembre si se necesitan estos servicios.
Aprender más: www.BeavertonOregon.gov/BCAPupdate. Envíenos un correo electrónico a Sustainability@BeavertonOregon.gov si tiene alguna pregunta.
Todos son bienvenidos. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
You're Invited: Beaverton Climate Action Plan Open House – Nov. 13
Help shape Beaverton’s climate future at our Climate Action Plan Open House!
📅When: Thursday, November 13 | 5-7pm | Drop in anytime
📍Where: Council Chambers | Beaverton City Hall | 12725 SW Millikan Way
Join us for a drop-in style open house to:
Learn about the draft climate action plan
Give feedback on elements of the draft plan
Explore how you and your community can take action
Enjoy refreshments, snacks, and interactive activities!
Free childcare and language interpretation for the event will be available upon request. Please email Sustainability@BeavertonOregon.gov by Thursday, Nov. 6 if these services are needed.
Learn more at: www.BeavertonOregon.gov/BCAPupdate. Email us at Sustianability@BeavertonOregon.gov with any questions.
All are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Appreciations / Agradecimientos
CERTIFIED / CERTIFICADOS
These Master Recyclers have reached 30 hours and are now officially certified!
¡Estos Expertas/os en Reciclaje han llegado a las 30 horas y ahora están oficialmente certificados!
Denise Cline (Class 88) is a certified Master Recycler! She reached 30 hours through a number of activities and continuing learning opportunities, including workshop year tours. Most recently, Denise has found a passion for showing people how to make their own green cleaners. Thank you, Denise, for all your passion and work!
Denise Cline (Clase 88) es una experta certificada en reciclaje. Completó 30 horas de formación gracias a diversas actividades y oportunidades de aprendizaje continuo, incluyendo talleres y visitas guiadas durante todo el año. Recientemente, Denise ha descubierto su pasión por enseñar a la gente a elaborar sus propios productos de limpieza ecológicos. ¡Gracias, Denise, por toda tu pasión y dedicación!
Donye’ Magnum (Class 93) has completed over 30 Master Recycler hours and is now officially certified! Donye’ completed his hours by volunteering at a number of local farms, like the Good Rain Farm, Wilke Creek Head Waters, and Mudbone Grown Farm educating about composting and food waste reduction. Thank you, Donye’!
Donye Magnum (Clase 93) ha completado más de 30 horas de formación como Experto en Reciclaje y ¡ya está oficialmente certificado! Donye completó sus horas trabajando como voluntario en varias granjas locales, como Good Rain Farm, Wilke Creek Head Waters y Mudbone Grown Farm, donde impartió formación sobre compostaje y reducción de residuos alimentarios. ¡Muchas gracias, Donye!