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AGENDA STATEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: May 27, 1991
SUBJECT: n Office Paper Recycling Program for City Offices
(Prepared by: Paul Rankin, Assistant City
Manager)
EXHIBITS ATTACHED: Exhibit 1 - Specifications for Container Provided
Exhibit 2 - Proposed Resolution
RECOMMENDATION: .(,t�'�' Adopt Resolution Establishing Policy
FINANCIAL STATEMENT: Livermore Dublin Disposal is providing the program
at no cost to the City.
DESCRIPTION: Staff has obtained a proposal from Livermore
Dublin Disposal (LDD) to implement an office paper recycling program at
City Offices. This effort will be helpful in addressing state mandates to
reduce the amount of garbage placed in the landfill and in developing a
model office paper recycling program.
Livermore-Dublin Disposal developed a program which will accept the - most
significant types of paper used at City Offices. The program will accept
white paper, photocopies, computer paper, and colored paper. The colored
paper is currently used for agendas and other special notices. Among the
types of paper which will not be accepted are the following materials:
Fax Paper
NCR Paper/Forms
Envelopes
Newspaper/Magazines
As previously mentioned, it is not anticipated that these types of paper
represent a significant amount of the office paper waste generated at City
Offices. Also, Livermore-Dublin Disposal believes that the potential
market for the type of paper to be collected will remain strong. This is
important to assure that the material collected can be recycled over the
long term.
As part of the program, Livermore-Dublin Disposal will be providing special
wastebaskets for each desk. The container sides are an open diamond
design, which distinguishes it as an office paper container (Exhibit 1) .
The janitorial service will empty the recycling containers into a separate
large basket. Also, there will be a large barrel available at the
photocopier to collect recyclable paper, and to allow employees to empty
their individual containers during the day. A separate, locked, collection
bin will be placed in the dumpster area and will be emptied on an as needed
basis. The Public Works Staff informed those firms submitting proposals
for janitorial service of the requirements. Containers will be provided at
the Civic Center as well as Shannon Community Center. As appropriate,
Livermore-Dublin Disposal will be reporting to the City on the estimated
weight of paper collected.
In addition to separating office waste between recyclable and non-
recyclable, employees will need to remove all staples, clips, and other
fasteners. For example, prior to placing agenda packets in the recycling
baskets, all staples will need to be removed. The City will be providing
staple removers for all work stations.
In order to kick off the program, Staff has prepared a resolution which
adopts a policy for City Offices encouraging recycling of office paper
under this program.
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the implementation of this
program and adopt the proposed resolution,
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
• Open diamond design clearly distinguishes the RECYCLER as an office paper container.
Each RECYCLER comes branded with a"I'm a Paper Recycler" logo on each side.
• An attractive texturized finish helps resist scuffing and scratching so the RECYCLER
looks better, longer.
* An optional divider is available so different grades of paper can be sorted in just
one RECYCLER.
• Order more than 1,000 RECYCLERS and the branding area may be customized with your
company logo or your own recycling slogan.
• RECYCLERS are available in three colors: white, light grey, or putty. Custom colors are
available if ordering more than 1,000 RECYCLERS.
• Each RECYCLER is injection molded from 100% recyclable high density
polyethylene(HDPE).
• Ultra-violet stabilizers are added to ensure each RECYCLER maintains its appearance
throughout its long life.
• Each RECYCLER comes with a 5 year prorated warranty against defects in material
or workmanship.
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RESOLUTION NO. - 91
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
ADOPTING A POLICY FOR RECYCLING OF OFFICE PAPER
GENERATED BY CITY BUSINESS
WHEREAS, the State of California has imposed mandates requiring a
reduction in the amount of waste disposed of in our landfills; and
WHEREAS, the State Law requires a reduction by 50% by the year
2000; and
WHEREAS, Livermore-Dublin Disposal (LDD) has formulated a
demonstration project to collect recyclable office paper; and
WHEREAS, LDD is providing the service to the City of Dublin at no
cost; and
WHEREAS, it is important for all employees to be conscious of the
need to source separate waste between recyclable and non-recyclable
materials; and
WHEREAS, the City's recycling program will serve as a model for
other businesses to consider;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby
supports the establishment of an office paper recycling program at the
Civic Center and Shannon Center.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager shall be directed to
initiate all administrative procedures necessary to improve upon the
success of the program.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 28th day of May, 1991.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Mayor
ATTEST:
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