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RMRS Founding Executive Director Kelli Speirs Reflects on 40 years

RMRS Founding Executive Director Kelli Speirs
RMRS Founding Executive Director Kelli Speirs

“Recycling makes sense” became the mantra for Speirs’ life, her actions quickly earning her a dubious title as Queen of the Dump, and launching her on an irreversible path.

Read full story: on the Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows Times website

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March 30, 2012CommunityLeanne

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