California's new Mandatory Commercial Recycling Law
With the passage of (Chapter 476, Statutes of 2011 [Chesbro, AB 341]), California is one of the first states in the nation to enact a statewide program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by diverting commercial solid waste from landfills.

• State mandatory recycling for businesses and Multi Family begins July 1, 2012.
• State law requires all businesses that generate 4 or more cubic yards of waste weekly to recycle.
• State law requires that apartment communities/multi-family housing with 5 or more units must recycle.

Recycling helps conserve resources and extends the life of California's landfills. It also helps create a healthy environment for our community and future generations. Formore information about the California's new mandatory recycling law, visit the CalRecycle website.

Recycling in Pleasant Hill
Recycling service in Pleasant Hill is mandatory for commercial business and multi-family complexes, per City Ordinance. When you set up garbage service, you MUST also set up recycling service. The cost of recycling service is included in your garbage rate and so is available at no extra charge. We encourage you to request as much recycling service as you need, with no increase in your garbage bill. Please call Anne Baker, Recycling Coordinator, at (925) 671-5806 if you have any questions about the program. Anne can provide free waste audits, information for tenants, and indoor recycling receptacles.

Recycling in Antioch
Recycling service in Antioch is mandatory for commercial business and multi-family complexes, per City Ordinance. When you set up garbage service, you MUST also set up recycling service. Recycling service is only 70% of the cost of garbage service. Consequently, the more recycling service (and the less garbage service) you receive, the lower your bill will be. Any questions or concerns about this mandatory program should be directed to the Recycling Coordinator at (925) 671-5853. R.C. can perform free audits of your facility and recommend recycling service appropriate for your needs.