For Utilities Commission Meeting [February 18, 2025]
TO: Honorable Utilities Commission Members
APPROVAL: John Rossi, Interim Utilities Director
FROM: Amy Crow, Administrative Analyst
Title
Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services
Body
BACKGROUND:
The City of Rialto Municipal Code Chapter 2.24 establishes and defines the Rialto Utilities Commission. The responsibilities assigned to the Commission include acting “as an advisor to the City Council and City Administration regarding solid waste policies, recycling, source reduction, and other related state mandates.” This report provides general information to the Commission on the activities and events for the Maintenance and Facilities Department’s Waste Management Division.
ANALYSIS/DISCUSSION:
Items relating to the City’s Solid Waste Management services and of interest to the Commission are as follows:
• Hazardous Household Waste - During the month of January:
o 286 residents served,
o 440 gallons of used motor oil,
o 7 pallets of paint,
o 12 drums of miscellaneous poisons and other toxic liquids,
o 6 barrels of sharps, including needles, lancets, and syringes used by residents
for their home healthcare and medical needs
During the month of February, the Household Hazardous Waste site was open on 14th and 15th and will be open on February 28th and March 1st from 8 am until 12 noon.
• Burrtec Waste Tonnage Report - Available tonnage reports will be distributed at the meeting.
• Community Clean-Up Day -
January 25, 2025
Collection Data:
Used Tire Collection = 279
Electronic Waste Drop-off = 10,485 lbs.
Personal Document Shredding = 7,500 lbs.
Salvation Army Donation Drop-off = 1 full truck
Trash = 33.05 tons
Green Waste = 6.57 tons
Metals = 4.48 tons
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Utilities Commission receive this report for the month of February, 2025.