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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT
REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF A REUSABLE BAG PROMOTIONAL
PROGRAM TO EDUCATE AND ENCOURAGE RESIDENTS AND
BUSINESSES TO REDUCE THE USE OF SINGLE-USE PLASTIC
BAGS FOR SHOPPING.
SUBMITTED BY: Tony Bagato, Principal Planner/Sustainability Coordinator
DATE: January 23, 2014
CONTENTS: City Council Meeting Minutes dated 11/8/11
Palm Desert Citizens' Committee Meeting Minutes dated 8/28/13
Reusable Bag Promotional Items
Recommendation
By Minute Motion:
1. Approve the Reusable Bag Promotional Program in the amount of
$57,900.
2. Appropriate $57,900 from the AB 939 Fund, Account No. 236-4195-
454-3090 to be used for a Reusable Bag Promotional Program.
Executive Summary
The Palm Desert Citizens' Sustainability Committee and staff have been working with the
Palm Springs Sustainability Commission and CVAG to draft a model regional ordinance to
limit single-use plastic bags that are harmful to the environment. The ordinance is being
reviewed by CVAG, and will be presented to each city for adoption. The ordinance may or
may not be approved by the City of Palm Desert; however, the Palm Desert Citizens'
Sustainability Committee and staff have been working on a Reusable Bag Promotional
Program that will encourage residents to use reusable bags.
The promotional program will include: one free bag to residents who wish to claim one from
the Visitor Center or from property managers at apartment complexes, 20 events that will
promote reusable bags, a "Bring Your Own Bag — BYOB" campaign with signs for retail
parking lots, stickers, coloring books and similar marketing items. The program will also
include educa#ional information about the negative impacts of single-use plastic bags on the
City's e-gov website and an article in the Brightside newsletter. The program will start in
April for promotion of reusable bags as part of Earth Day on April 22, 2014.
The total anticipated cost of the program is $57,900, and the funds are available in the
Staff Report
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City's AB 939 Fund, which is required to be used for recycle programs and education similar
to the proposed program for reusable bags.
Committee Recommendation
On August 28, 2013, the Palm Desert Citizens' Committee approved the proposed
Reusable Bag Promotional Program to promote the use of reusable bags and develop
educational information about the negative impacts of single-use plastic bags.
Backqround
On September 8, 2011, the Ciry Council directed staff to research the environmental effects
of single-use plastic bags and how a potential ordinance limiting them would affect the
environment. On December 8, 2011, staff presented a detailed discussion about the
negative impacts of single-use bags on three levels: global, regional, and local. After the
presentation by staff, the City Council directed staff to work with the Coachella Valley
Association of Govemments (CVAG) to address the single-use plastic bags as a regional
issue. During the discussion, Council member Harnik stated she believed that the City
needed to find a way to create an incentive program for reusable bags.
At the July meeting of the Citizens' Sustainability Committee, staff was asked to prepare a
letter for the Mayor's signature and an educational program that could be used to promote
reusabie bags. At the August meeting, staff presented both the draft letter for the Mayor's
signature and a reusable bag promotional program. The letter was taken to City Council in
October and approved by the City Council on a 3-2 vote. The focus of this staff report is on
a City-wide reusable bag promotional program that will be funded with Recycle Funds that
are collected from Burrtec, and required to be used for recycle programs such as this. The
following reusable bag promotional program has been prepared by various staff members
and endorsed by the Citizens' Sustainability Committee.
Reusable Baq Promotional Program Request:
The purpose of the program is to implement a promotional program that will educate and
encourage residents and businesses to reduce the use of single-use plastic bags for
shopping. The program will focus on reusable bag education, promotion and marketing. The
program will be phased as follows:
1. Reusable Bag give-away to residents: This program would enable the City to
purchase 10,000 Chico reusable bags made of recycled material with City branding
including the Recycle Binney logo. One free bag would be provided to residents who
are interested in using reusable bags. The bags would be distributed from the Visitor
Center, and at large apartment complexes with the assistance of the property
management staff. One bag would be given out based on a resident's address and
tracked by City staff. Additional bags may be made available for purchase at the
Visitor Center.
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2. Reusable bag giveaway at events: This program would allow the City to purchase
5,000 EarthWise reusable bags that would be used as free giveaways at different
recycle events, at the Certified Farmer's Market, and at important retail locations that
staff has identified for target promotional events. EarthWise bags are 100 percent
biodegradable and compostable and are made from 100 percent plant starch.
3. Educational events in front of retail locations: This program would provide for 20
targeted locations and events throughout the year. These locations will focus on
major shopping centers, pharmacies, grocery stores, and major grand opening
events for new businesses in the City. The EarthWise bags will be distributed at
these events, and the Recycle Binney mascot will be available for additional
promotion. These events will vary between weekdays and weekends.
4. Develop a "Bring Your Own Bag — BYOB" marketing and promotional campaign that
would feature Recycle Binny with a reusable bag. The items would consist of
stickers, magnets, kids' coloring books, etc.
5. Develop a page on the City's e-gov website to educate people about the negative
effects of single-use plastic bags, and encourage the use of reusable shopping bags.
6. Media publication: This program would include an article in the City's Brightside
newsletter, and an article to press/media for the launch of the program in April that
lead into Earth Day events.
The following table is a breakdown of the educational program items/events and the cost
associated with each item:
Reusable Bag Promotion Program
Recycled Material Chico Reusable Bags (10,000) $43,000.00
EarthWise Reusable Bags for Events (5,000) $10,000.00
Promotional items (stickers, coloring books, etc.) $ 2,500.00
Store Parking Lot Signs (105) $ 1,500.00
Recycle Binney Mascot at Events $ 900.00
TOTAL BUDGET COST $57,900.00
The program will be funded by monies in the Assembly Bill 939 (AB 939) fund, which is
separate from the City's General Fund. Passed in 1989, AB 939 established a new direction
for waste management with the creation of the California lntegrated Waste Management
Board, and established a new mandate for local jurisdictions to meet solid waste diversion
goals. To increase diversion rates, each jurisdiction was required to create an Integrated
Waste Management Plan that Iooked at recycling programs, purchasing of recycled
products and waste minimization. Initially, the City incurred certain costs to implement
these programs required by AB 939. However, a fee was established by the City that the
waste management companies paid for collected material being sold to offset the operating
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costs of the program.
For special events, City staff will manage the events and will have a modified work schedule
when possible to offset any overtime cost associated with them.
Fiscal Analvsis
The total estimated cost of the Reusable Bag Promotional Program is $57,900. The funds
are available in the City's AB 939 Fund, and there is no fiscal impact on the City's General
Fund or General Fund Reserves.
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MINUTES ,
REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCiL MEETiNG DECEMBER 8, 2011
J. REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL DIRECTION REGARDING A SINGLE-USE
PLASTIC BAG ORDINANCE.
� Assistant Pianner Missy Wightman stated there was a misconception based
on phone calls and letters received that Council was approving an ordinance
with specific rules, and the question was asked whether this was the first or
second reading, and it is neither. She said staff was asked to address the
environmental concerns regarding plastic bags and make a p�esentation to
the Council, and staff is asking for direction on how to proceed. She went on
to make a 15 minute PowerPoint presentation, which covered the impact of
plastic bag use on a global, regional, and local level. Some of the facts
presented were as follows: 1)Plastic bags were designed to be thrown away
and were first introduced in the early 1970's, and by the mid 80's, they
became the common way to carry daily groceries; 2)approximately 19 billion
bags or 142,500 tons of plastic bags are used in California alone; 3) the
Ocean Conservancy conducts a one-day clean up every year and documents
everything found. In 2009, plastic bags were the No. 2 item with 819,074
pounds of plastic bag debris collected, and in 2010, it was the No. 3 item with
869,857 pounds collected; 4) plastic bag debris is affecting marine birds,
animals, and wildlife; 5) many beaches in Hawaii are covered with plastic
litter; 6} in July 1, 2007, Assemb{y Bill 2449 was introduced where large
grocery stores and pharmacies had to distribute reusable bags or make them
available for sale;stores are also required to collect plastic bags; 7)recycling
facilities do not like to accept recycling bags because they are burdensome,
clog their machines, and have a low resale rate; 8)many cities have al�eady
adopted Iocal ordinances in California, one County is Los Angeles County;
9) third world countries have realized the effects of plastic bags in the
environment and have implemented bans; 10) in 2009, the Ciry of Palm
Desert implemented the Bag in Bag Program where residential customers
can stuff as many plastic bags into one and throw it into the recycling
container. Prior to this program, plastic bags were not accepted as a
recyclable item that could be thrown into the recycle bin; 11) City
Maintenance staff has indicated that plastic bags are a common form of
debris in storm drains and storm drain inlets; 12) City landscape staff
indicated plastic bag debris is a particular problem around big box stores
where they are cleaning the public rights-of-way and medians,which is a cost
to the City; 13) the cost to research a ban on plastic bags would involve
CEQA, which would require to form an initial study that can range between
$5,000 to $10,000; 14) Marketing and Education campaign, which last six
months to a year can cost between $10,000-$15,000; 15) the cost for a
reusable bag distribution can cost $10,000-$20,000; 16) the Analysis
indicates environmental effects, economic impact, and consideration for use
of paper versus compostable; 17) source reduction appears to be the
answer; 18) the Citizens' Sustainability Committee recommended taking
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action by moving forward with a ban; 19) plastic bags cost approximately
$0.06 each; 20) paper bags cost approximately $.015 each, with retailers
aliowed to keep the charge tax free; 21) the goal is to promote Reusable
Bags; 22) a number of retailers already operate without the use of plastic
bags, i.e., Costco, Sam's Club, Starbucks, and Trader Joe's; 23) the City of
Palm Desert with 52,067 residents uses on average 26,033,500 bags,which
amounts to 390,503 pounds of plastic bag debris; 24) if plastic bags were
banned in Palm Desert, it would save 8,695,189 barrels of oil a year. 25)
plastic bags do not biodegrade. She cancluded her presentation,stating staff
recommended the Ciry Council allow staff to further study a potential ban with
the community with specific retailers, the Chamber of Commerce, and the
California Grocer's Association who helped with the Santa Monica Ordinance
� and offered to assist City staff. Staff also recommended taking this to the
Youth Committee for their consideration and returned to the Sustainability
Committee to prepare a draft ordinance based on Council direction.
Additionally,work on a collaborative marketing campaign in moving forward
with a potential ban on plastic bags. (The PowerPoint presentation is on file
and of record in the Office of the City Clerk, and it is available for viewing.)
MR. DEAN GATONS, Sommerset Drive, Palm Desert, thanked staff for a
beautiful presentation, but it stole his thunder, because he was under the
impression the Council was voting on this issue this evening per the
newspaper. He was pleased to see such thought and foreknowledge had
been put into this issue, because it was critical for the environment. He said
he was passionate about recycling and most importantly ptastic bags. The
opinion editorial in the newspaper asked that people look for sensible ways
to limit plastic bag use,which he highly agreed. He said when this issue was
taken to the State comments and statements were made that being
concerned about the use of plastic bags seemed trivial when so many things
are happening, but as noted this evening, the environment is extremely
important. The Desert Sun also covered a statement by Councilman
Kroonen that he didn't want anyone to be hurt, which he agreed, given the
fact that this issue is so divided. However, as plastic bags litter the
environment, people are being hurt all around. He also enjoyed
Councilmember Harnik's comment that she'd rather have incentives for
people to reduce the amount of plastic bags rather than approve an overall
ban, which he agreed. He noted that reusable bags are not washable,
because they will degrade quickly. Lastly, another comment made in the
newspaper about using a single-use plastic bag regarding its thickness and
biodegradability, which he hoped the Council will consider versus an overall
ban. He is a strong advocate of recycling, stating he put out more recycling
each week on his curb than he did in the trash. During graduate school he
implemented a hospital-wide recycling program at a hospital in Los Angeles
County that is still being used to this date. He is willing to sit on any type of
City committee when considering the plastic bag issue and discussing the
ones currently being used in the Council Chamber and the trash containers
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out front. He said the Los Angeles County Ordinance is extremely confusing
to follow, because if you're in a City that can have a plastic bag, that wouid
be one thing, but if one�esides near an unincorporated Caunty, one cannot
have a plastic bag at the grocery store. For example, if one is driving up
Monterey Avenue and goes to Bristol Farms,you would not get a plastic bag,
because it is Palm Desert, but at Albertson's across the street you can get
a plastic bag, because it's in Rancho Mirage; a similar situation on
Washington Street with Ralph's in La Quinta and Albertson's in Palm Desert.
He highly requested and suggested the Council look at the rypes of bags
used and a program to recycle, which he would be happy to be a part.
Mayor Spiegel invited Mr. Gatons to see the City Clerk to obtain a
Committee/Commission application.
Councilmember Harnik thanked Mayor Pro Tem Kroonen for bringing this
issue up, because it's a discussion worth having, but believed 360 degrees
of the proposal needed to be looked at. She said the Council received a lot
of calis regarding this issue, because many thought the Council would be
voting on this item tonight. She said many of the comments were
constructive and well thought out, but others were uncivil in its approach,
which was a problem. She believed discussions on any issue must be done
with civility and with open minds in order to reach a good conclusion/solution.
She said some people think iYs plastic versus paper, but in her own research,
she learned that paper had a larger negative impact to the environment from
its production to its recycling than plastic. However, in the meantime, she
wants her newspaper dry when it's delivered in the morning, and what about
those people who have garment bags. She said the City needed to find a
way to create an incentive for its population. Additionally, she agreed this
issue needed to be a regional effort of the entire area to avoid having a line
on a map where there is a separate rule on each side. Yet, the last thing the
Council wanted to do was hurt the retailers and business partners in the
community. She would like to have a committee with representatives from
neighboring cities invo�ved, including the Palm Oese�t Youth Committee. She
believed this issue was worth looking into to find a real solution where it's in
everybody's best interest, but it was not the time to take a drastic measure.
She said it was Thomas Edison who was quoted as saying, "Waste is worse
than want." She reiterated this issue needed to be reviewed long and hard
through a committee by engaging the business community, which was
absolutely imperative in order to reach a good conclusion and solution.
Councilmember Finerty stated she is afso concerned about the impact on
businesses, particularly cleaners, because they wrapped the dry cleaning in
plastic bags. She was unsure about an article in The Desert Sun about being
a misdemeanor for breaking the plastic bag ban, which she thought was
jumping the gun. Another story in The Desert Sun about Riverside County
accepting 735 parolees from State prisons, which she believed law
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enforcement should be more focused on than worrying about someone
breaking a plastic bag ban. She concurred this was something that needed
to be looked at thoughtfully along with the business community, because of
the impact it will have on a great many people. She didn't know if staff had
researched ordinances from other cities, their success rate, and cooperation
level. She knew Trader Joe's and other businesses were on board, but at
this time when the Council is looking to help businesses, whether it was with
signage or facade enhancement,placing another burden on them at this time
would be unwise. She complimented Ms. Wightman on her excellent
research and presentation, stating her research indicated1l% of the marine
debris collected came from plastic bags and 21%from cigarettes, noting she
had a bias of banning cigarettes as well.
Councilmember Benson stated there was a lot to be considered and certainly
based on letters received from the public, there were not many in favor. She
noted there was no mention of handicap people that use plastic bags
because they can hook them over their arm and are not able to carry a paper
bag at groceries. She could see the Council doing something to encourage
careful use of plastic bags so they're not out blowing in the wind, which is
what prompted Mayor Pro Tem Kroonen's concern. However, there is a lot
of other debris that blows around the dese�t and the Council couldn't ban
tumbleweeds and other things that are obnoxious.
Mayor Pro Tem Kroonen concurred with his colleagues comments. And in
reemphasizing Councilmember Harnik's point, he said people should not
assume that because a topic is brought up for discussion that the Council is •
determined to see it passed. He initially brought this issue up was as a result
for concern over the debris off Monterey Avenue. He didn't want to have a
situation where the cure was worse than the disease, because there are so
many factors to review with this issue. He expressed his appreciation for the
quality report and information provided by Ms. Wightman, stating he learned
there are so many factors to look at, and by him bring this issue up, he
received a lot more input than anticipated. He said some people reacted with
anger, which was okay, because iYs an emotional topic, but perhaps iYs a
topic that can't be addressed by just Palm Desert alone. The point was
made that on one side of Monterey you can have one set of rules and
another set on the other side of the street. He questioned if the City can
unilaterally do anything or was this a regional activity. He admitted this was
a much more complex issue than he anticipated, but felt the Council needed
to move forward with further explanation. He believed the Council should
give voice to whomever wished to speak on the topic and let it be known
throughout the community. He shared the enthusiasm for bringing other
people within the City's committees and commissions into the discussion and
inviting the general public to get more involved,particularly from the business
community. He hoped Palm Desert can do its share down the pike to help
protect the environment, but that it be done in a way that is fundamentally
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sound and be able to get the results of improving the environment without
detracting or abusing the rights and responsibilities of others invoived in the
discussion. He thanked everyone for the good work and to continue the
discussion, and at some point, the City will come to a solution that the
Council and community at large will feel satisfied.
Mayor Spiegel stated he will ask the head of the Chamber of Commerce to
put together a group on the use of plastic bags and how it will affect them.
Councilmember Finerty said everyone talked about looking at this regionally
and wondered if it would be beneficial or appropriate to bring this issue up at
a Coachella Valley Association of Governments(CVAG)Technical Advisory
Committee (TAC) Meeting to see what interest there might be Valley wide,
because it will affect all businesses. She said Palm Desert prides itself on
being a leader, but believed this was something that required input from
many different groups. She said if TAC wasn't the right place, perhaps at a
CVAG Energy and Environment meeting:
Mr. Wohlmuth agreed to contact Director of Environmental Resources Katie
Barrows with CVAG to agendize this for an Energy and Environmental
Committee meeting, which he will reinforce at the TAC meeting.
Mayor Spiegel and Councilmember Finerty suggested having Missy
Wightman provide the presentation.
Mayor Pro Tem Kroonen moved to, by Minute Motion, continue to a date uncertain
in order to further study the issue. Motion was seconded by Finerty.
Councilmember Harnik stated she would be happy to serve on any
committee that came about on this matter.
Mayor Spiegel called for the vote, and the motion carried by a 5-0 vote.
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subcommittee's approach is writing a letter to Mayor Harnik from the
subcommittee asking to support the ordinance to regulate single-use plastic
bags valley-wide. In addition, provide the Mayor with a draft letter that she
would send out to the other cities asking them to support the ordinance.
Mr. Bagato stated that staff was ready to take the draft ordinance and letters
to the City Council; however, staff thought that the Committee would want to
see the letters beforehand. If the Committee endorses the letters, staff will
write a staff report to the City Council to authorize the Mayor's signature to
send out the letter with the draft ordinance to Coachella Valley cities.
Member Bruce Kassler commented that he had reviewed the letter and had a
few comments, which Member Freed has incorporated. He said the letter
looks good.
Member Gatons moved, by Minute Motion, to present the draft letters and
ordinance to the City Council. Motion was seconded by Member Freed and carried by a
9-0 vote with Members Edwards, Koller, and Raya ABSENT.
2. Proposed Citywide Education Program
Chair Leo stated that he feels they could initiate an education program before
the ordinance is passed. He asked the Committee if they had a chance to
review the program information provided in the agenda packet.
Member Bruce Kassler commented that he spent time in Los Angeles and
San Luis Obispo counties prior to and after their ordinances went into effect.
He said that the education he saw was a lot of signage. There was signage in
parking lots and in the stores along with advance notifications, and reminders
of the change. He said that once the ordinance was passed, there was a time
period allotted and signage was increased even more. He said that from the
small group of people he talked to there were no negative comments and
people functioned well with the change.
Member Susan Rosenberg suggested educating the store manager to train
their clerks to ask people if they need a bag.
Member Gatons commented that when the subcommittee met with Palm
Springs, they discussed that it is an ordinance versus a ban. He said when
the word "ban" is used; it has a negative connotation to it. He mentioned that
the City of Palm Springs is running a commercial on single-use plastic bags.
Chair Leo suggested that staff get a copy of the commercial so they can view
at the next meeting.
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Mr. Bagato reported that funds for the reusable bag purchase program would
come from the recycle program account. He briefly went over the program.
Martin Alvarez, Director of Economic Development, commented that in the
past the City has used the BrightSide to reach out to the community, which all
residents and business owners receive in the mail. He also mentioned that
there is a cable channel that airs City Council meetings that can be used, if
funds are available.
Member Kassler asked how many newsletters are mailed out and how often.
Mr. Alvarez responded that the newsletters are mailed out every other month
to every physical address in Palm Desert.
Member Kassler inquired if the Citizens' Sustainability Committee will have an
opportunity to submit information in the BrightSide once the Mayor decides to
mail the letter to other cities asking for their support.
Mr. Alvarez replied that the Committee through staff could propose a request
to the City Manager.
Member Kassler asked if the City receives feedback from the BrightSide.
Ms. Ruth Ann Moore, Economic Development Manager, responded that the
City has received responses from different articles, such as when the Energy
Program was published.
Member Kassler asked if the City has asked residents for comments, and if
there is something on the City's website for them to respond.
Ms. Moore said that the City does have a Facebook page, and there is also
an electronic newsletter.
Mr. Bagato asked Member Kassler if he was referring to a survey format.
Member Kassler responded that it is an idea to receive feedback on how
residents feel about single-use plastic bags.
Member Freed commented that they should only ask for feedback if they are
going to do something with it. Otherwise, the City would be asking for trouble.
Member Kassler clarified sending something out after the Mayor agrees on
signing the letter.
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Vice Chair Cleve Langford asked why Palm Desert would not want to
standout in a positive way.
Ms. Aylaian responded that Palm Desert is walking the line or doing a
balancing act between environmental and sustainability issues that have been
a concern for a long time. She said that there is a spoken and unspoken
concern from many business merchants that if Palm Desert alone prohibits
the use or dispensing of single-use plastic bags, people will go to neighboring
cities. She stated that elected officials are trying to be responsive to both
groups, and the way to that is to have the ban valley-wide.
Member Freed commented that when it comes time and the City wants to
make stickers or magnets, he can assist with the artwork.
Member Rosenberg moved, by Minute Motion, to approve the proposed
Citywide education program regarding single-use plastic bags. Motion was seconded by
Member Kassler and carried by a 9-0 vote with Members Edwards, Koller, and Raya
ABSENT.
IX. REPORTS AND REMARKS
A. Economic Development Director
1. Desert Cities Energy Partnership Update
Mr. Alvarez gave a brief update on the Desert Cities Energy Partnership, and
presented a PowerPoint presentation. He introduced Mr. Jacob Alvarez,
representative from the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG)
and liaison for the Desert Cities Energy Partnership.
Member Freed noted that 1/9 of $4.9 million is approximately $550,000. He
asked why Palm Desert only received $160,000.
Mr. M. Alvarez responded that Palm Desert received several million dollars
through the Set to Save program.
Mr. J. Alvarez added that some of the work involved has been completed by
the first portion of the project.
Mr. M. Alvarez continued with the PowerPoint presentation.
Member Freed asked what the incentive for someone to do a Voluntary Code
is.
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20 Events (March — May 2014 & September— December 2014) Will start events in
February if we can receive bags in time.
5,000 Reusable Bags for give-a-ways (238 bags per location)
EarthWise: bags are 100% Biodegradable & Compostable, made from 100% Plant
Starch, Machine Washable, holds up to 50 Ibs. and extremely durable
Cost: 1.95 per bag/$9,75Q
9 Saturday Events: Will include Recycle Binney, recycle display, and information on
City's recycling programs.
Recycle Binney Cost: $100 per event/$94d
11 Weekday Events: Will include same as Saturday events, with the exception of
Recycle Binney.
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