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COSTA MESA SANITARY DISTRICT
MINUTES OF RECYCLING COMMITTEE MEETING
December 10, 2007
The Costa Mesa Sanitary District Recycling Committee met at 12:00 p.m. at 628 W. 19th
Street, Costa Mesa.
Directors Present: Bob Ooten, Art Perry
Staff Present: Rob Hamers, Denise Gilbert Janel Jackson
Director Ooten called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
I. Recycling Committee Goals
• Director Ooten reviewed the Recycling Committee goals and noted the additions.
Director Ooten suggested combining goals III and XI as they both cover an aspect of e-
waste collection. Staff will make the suggested revisions. Ms. Gilbert stated an
additional plastics recycling presentation and reward program is scheduled for
December 12, 2007 with the Campfire Girls and Boys. Director Ooten requested
Ms. Jackson review the County, of Orange IWMD website to determine the business
locations in the City of Costa Mesa currently accepting batteries. The Committee also
discussed the disposal of fluorescent tube lights, noting the need for education and
collection.
II. School Telephone Book Recycling Contest — November 14, 2007 to
December 21, 2007
Ms. Jackson reported she and Program Manager Joan Revak have been successfully
managing the program including obtaining revised banners from AT &T and having them
installed on the three -yard containers. Ms. Jackson will be sending a mid - program letter
to the schools encouraging their active participation and the value of teaching the
students the importance of recycling. Ms. Jackson also noted the revision of the average
directory weight from four pounds to three and one -half pounds based on the current size
of books. Director Ooten referenced prior Board minutes to insure staff was
incorporating the extra award considerations approved by the Board for last year's
. program.
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III. Costa Mesa High School Life Science Academy
Ms. Gilbert and Ms. Jackson outlined the request by the Life Science Academy to expand
their recycling programs with assistance from the District. The academy involves 85
students and a CMHS teacher. Directors Ooten and Perry, along with Staff, suggested
ideas for the Academy and Ms. Gilbert and Ms. Jackson will meet with the academy to
discuss the recommendations.
IV. America Recycles Day — November 15
Director Ooten restated the goal of working with Kline School to provide a waste -free
lunch presentation followed by the students bringing in a waste -free lunch. 'Ms. Jackson
is working with the school and also determining other schools that may be interested in
the program.
V. IWMD Sub - Regional Meetings and'Grant Program
Director Ooten reported the Orange County Board of Supervisors approved the grant
program on December 4, 2007 for cities and special districts that collect trash. The
• deadline for applications is January 31, 2008. Assistant Manager Tom Fauth will meet
with City of Costa Mesa Management Analyst Donna Theriault to determine a
cooperative joint program between the City and District that best utilizes the $20,000
each agency will receive.
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VI. Update on Sharps Program Expansion to CVS Pharmacy
Ms. Gilbert reported the CVS Pharmacy at 1835 Newport Blvd. is now on -line with sharps
containers and brochures. Ms. Gilbert stated the program budget will be fully utilized with
the new addition while also reporting the need for a participating pharmacy on the east
side of the District to balance the coverage. Director Ooten stated he would be in favor of
increasing future budgets to provide the valuable service. Director Ooten requested Staff
determine the number of pharmacies in Costa Mesa for future discussion.
VII. Report on other CMSD Recycling Programs
The committee members briefly discussed the forthcoming SWANA conference that
Director Ooten wishes to attend. The organization has extensive information on recycling
and programs.
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VIII. Public Comments
No members of the public were in attendance.
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Director Ooten adjourned the meeting at 12:50 p.m.
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