For Utilities Commission Meeting [January 19, 2021]
TO: Honorable Utilities Commission Members
APPROVAL: Thomas J. Crowley, P.E., Utilities Manager
FROM: Amy Crow, Administrative Analyst
Title
Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services- November 2020
(RECEIVE AND FILE)
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 Public Works 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 November:
o 164 residents served
o 440 gallons of used motor oil,
o 3 pallets of paint,
o 9 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 December, the Household Hazardous Waste site was open on 4th and 5th and will be open again on December 18th and 19th from 8 am until 12 noon.
• Burrtec Waste Tonnage Report - The tonnage report for September 2020 is attached to this report for your review.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Utilities Commission receive this report for the month of December 2020.