State HI5 presentation outlines local drop-off schedule; Harder centers credited with significant returns to consumers

Keola Aki presented information about the state bottle redemption (HI5) plan to the KNA, explaining that HI5 and other recyclables can be dropped off on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Aina Hou/mini-golf location and listing phone contacts (645-1646 or 645-1676) for information.

Keola introduced John and James Harder, who operate the program at several Kauai locations. The Harders explained that the HI5 program "has worked well to keep containers in the production loop while returning almost a million dollars back [to] the individual consumers just at the Harder’s centers alone," according to the minutes. Attendees asked questions about logistics and local drop-off access; the presenters provided program contacts and hours for residents.