| The Solid Waste Division is responsible for complying with the Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 (AB 939), which mandates that the City reduce its waste by 50% from the 1990 generation level. Once the reduction is achieved, it must be maintained. The City has enacted numerous programs to achieve the mandated 50% diversion.
 The programs include curbside recycling, commercial/ industrial recycling, recycling programs in all of the schools, backyard composting, and worm bin classes (including bins sold at reduced prices). The City provides ongoing education for all of the programs to businesses, residents, and the schools. Recent programs include public area recycling containers and computer/electronic recycling round-up events.
In addition, the Division is responsible for managing and ensuring that the City's Solid Waste Contractor, Consolidated Disposal Services, complies with the Solid Waste Handling Services Agreement. The Agreement requires the contractor to collect the City's refuse, green waste, and recyclables. The Division manages any complaints and/or service issues relating to the contractor. | 
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