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City of Riverside: A Model for Local Government Recycling and Waste Reduction

The City of Riverside, designated an “All-American City” in 1998, is the seat of Riverside County in Southern California. The city, in compliance with the California Integrated Waste Management Act (AB 939, Sher, Chapter 1095, Statutes of 1989 as amended [IWMA]) met its 1995 waste diversion requirement of 25 percent. Its 2000 waste diversion requirement of 50 percent was achieved five years early and maintained. The city currently boasts a diversion rate of 57 percent.

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• Overview

• Program Characteristics

• Costs and Benefits

• Local Government Challenges and Opportunities
• Tips for Replication
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Credits and Disclaimer

Bernie Meyerson of EMS Consulting and UC Santa Cruz Extension staff prepared this study pursuant to contract IWM-C8028 ($198,633, included other services) with the University of California at Santa Cruz for a series of 24 studies and summaries.

The statements and conclusions in this case study are those of the contractor and not necessarily those of the Board, its employees, or the State of California. In addition, the data in this report was provided by local sources but not independently verified. The State and its contractors make no warranty, express or implied, and assume no liability for the information contained in this text. Any mention of commercial products, companies or processes shall not be construed as an endorsement.

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Last updated: October 26, 2007