For Utilities Commission Meeting [April 16, 2024]
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Commission
APPROVAL: Stephen Dopudja P.E., Interim Utilities Manager
Amy Crow, Administrative Analyst
Title
Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Utilities Commission receive and file this report for the month of April 2024.
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 Collected - During the month of March:
o 118 residents served
o 220 gallons of used motor oil
o 2 pallets of paint
o 5 drums of miscellaneous poisons and other toxic liquids
o 2 barrels of sharps, including needles, lancets, and syringes used by residents for their home healthcare and medical needs
During the month of April, the Household Hazardous Waste site was open on 12th and 13th and will be open on April 26th and 27th from 8 am until noon.
• Burrtec Waste Tonnage Report - Available tonnage reports will be distributed at the meeting.
• Community Clean-Up Day - Scheduled on April 13, 2024, from 8 am to 2 pm. Activities Included:
o Used Tire Collection
o Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
o Electronic Waste Drop-off
o Personal Document Shredding
o Salvation Army Donation Drop-off
o Trash, Bulky Items, Green Waste Drop-off