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Home My WebLink About1987 10 21 Letter Re: Garbage and Wastes Florida House of Representatives Jon Mills, Speaker Committee on Natural Resources Sidney Martin Chairman October 21, 1987 ~ ~ ,CO ,q,. ~ ,<::) Alfred "AI" Lawson, Jr. Vice Chairman Dear Mayor : As you are probably aware, Florida is facing a crISIS in dealing with increasing amounts of garbage and other wastes, Landfills around the state are running out of room and it is difficult to site new landfills because of public opposition and a lack of suitable sites, Poorly designed landfills are causing contamination of our groundwater and drinking water, Action needs to be taken to reduce the amount of Florida's waste and to make sure that the waste produced is managed and disposed of properly, One of the priority issues of the House Natural Resources Committee for the next legislative session will be solid waste management, An area that the committee is looking into closely is -. recycling of waste material, which will reduce the amount of waste going into landfills. As elected officials, I think that you and I have a responsibility to the citizens of Florida to make every effort to avoid mismanagement of waste. One way we can do this is by establishing recycling programs. I am going to see what I can do to help set up recycling programs at the state level, and I request that you consider setting up a recycling program at the local level. If you already have a recycling program in place, I would appreciate hearing from you on how successful your program has been and if there is anything the Legislature can do to help. If you do not have a program in place, please consider establishing one. The more we can recycle on our own, the less need there will be for statewide requirements for recycling. By recycling as much of our waste as possible, we can help protect the environment and the health of the people of Florida. Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to hearing from you soon on your recycling efforts. 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('D ,....,.. e. ~ ~ 0 \l 'd ....... ('D ~ ,....,.. ::T ..-; ('D (f) ,....,.. <:~ '"i ~ r:JQ ('D 0 (f) ......... ('D ~ 0 'd 8 (f) ,....,.. 0 ('D ::T ....... 0- ~ ('D ::s ~ ::s ('D ,....,.. ,....,.. ::s (f) ('D .-< '<1 ('D ('D 'd (f) ~ ::s 0 0 r:JQ (f) 0 c C '"i ('D '"i ~ ;2 ('D ,....,.. ......... ~ 0 ~ ::s 0 ,....,.. 8 0- ::s ('D p ..-; ('D 0 ~ r+, ~, The Reusable News I I The Clean-Up Orlando Program Volume 1 Number 1 Fall 1987 MAYOR READY TO LAUNCH NEWSPAPER RECYCLING PROGRAM ~ ?~ The City's newspaper recycl- ing program is coming to your home. Mayor Bill Frederick is putting into motion this ser- vice to better manage future costs of garbage disposal. Orlando is the first municipal government in the tri-county area to offer a newspaper recycling program. Here's how the program works: The system will use city crews and trucks to collect your newspapers on one of your regular garbage pick-up days. See RECYCLE Inside Page. Mayor Bill Frederick CLEAN-UP ORLANDO GOES TO WAR "The City Beautiful" is more than just a slogan. It's a descrip- tion of Orlando that we hope will always be accurate. It takes a special effort on everyone's part to live up to our name. That's why we've started our new Clean-Up Orlando program. Through the Clean-Up program, the City of Orlando has declared war against litter. The program will promote responsible trash disposal and recycling through an ongoing awareness cam- paign, educational activities, and community projects. The success of Clean-Up Orlan- do relies heavily upon the sup- port of our entire community. Participation of business and in- dustry as well as community organizations and individuals is the key to making this program work -- and keeping our city clean. If you want more information on how to be a Clean-Up Orlando volunteer or sponsor, just call 849-2752. CLEAN-UP ORLANDO LETS PUT GARBAGE IN ITS PLACE No household can escape the drudgery of garbage collection. Unfortunately, garbage just doesn't find its way to a sanitary landfill all by itself. The City Bureau of Refuse Collection and Disposal does the job for you. But it relies on your help to make it work right. Following theses simple rules can make the job easier: 1. All garbage should be drained free of liquid and wrapped in paper before being placed in an approved plastic or compactor bag. 2. Plastic bags should be sealed with a tie, tape or other fastener. 3. Broken glass or other sharp objects must be placed in a punc- ture proof throw-away container. 4. Rubbish, leaves, and grass clippings should be disposed of in the same manner as other trash. Tree branches should be cut in lengths no longer than 4 feet and stacked on the right-of-way. 5. Collection is usually twice a week. Garbage should not be placed on the curbside earlier than 5 p.m. the day before scheduled pick-up service. 6. To dispose of flammable, explosive, and other dangerous items, con- tact the Refuse Collection Office for special instructions. 7. Building materials, old furniture, and appliances are not collected by regular pick-up. For information, contact the Bureau of Refuse Collection. You may reach the Bureau by calling 894-2314. RECYCLE [FROM PAGE 1] Once enrolled, all that is required of you is to save newspapers in a box provided free of charge by the City, and place the box at the curb each week on one of your regular collection days. The boxes are plastic and specially de- signed for storage and collection of newspapers. If you are not already participating in a recycling program, you can do your part by taking advantage of this new service that the City if offering. City garbage collection \~ rates are, in part, based on dumping fees of the Orange County landfill. By reducing tonnage, the City can better manage and control costs. Service is scheduled to begin in early November. All you need to do is sign and return the enclosed card. If you have any questions about this new service, please telephone the City of Orlando Bureau of Refuse Collection and Disposal at 849-2314. TRASH IS TREASURE LITTER ADD$ UP Americans throwaway over 150,000 tons of boxes, bags, and wrappers every year. That's enough trash to fill 10,000 tractor-trailers in a convoy more than 120 miles long. We have become a throw-away society. Everything from diapers to cameras are now disposable. The technical innovations that have made the modern wonders possi ble, however, have yet to pro- duce an effective and economical means to dispose of them. Compounding the problem of solid waste, is the more complex problem of society's attitudes towards trash disposal. Unfortunately, one of the most popular methods of waste disposal is littering. In fact, research indicates that many people feel littering is even acceptable when some- one else cleans it up. This notion is reflected in the fact that Americans dump one million bushels of litter out the windows of their cars and trucks every day. The trouble is that most of this litter never reaches a dump. Instead, it contributes to the destruction of our precious natural environment. The solution is not a simple one. But becoming aware of the problem and taking action in our community is a good first step. Proper disposal of our own trash, community clean-up efforts, and support of re- cycling programs set the stage for a cleaner future for Orlando, and promise of hope for our environment. BARGING IN ON LANDFILL SPACE You know the story. For nearly two months, a barge loaded with 3,100 tons of trash sailed from port to port along the Atlantic Coast and into the Gulf of Mexico - only to be turned away. The saga of this barge is one small chapter in a larger, more critical story - our nation is quickly running out of places to dump our trash. Sanitary landfills remain the most economical method of disposing solid waste. Yet within five years, almost a quarter of the major cities in the United States will run out of room to dump trash. Nowhere is the problem more urgent than on New York's Long Island. Since most of the island sits on sensitive aquifers supplying drinking water, the state will shut down all but one dump there by 1990. It will cost more than $190 million to find alternative places to dump trash. Out of necessity New York is being forced to recycle to preserve vital natural resources. And New Jersey recently passed a state law which mandates trash separation for recycling in hopes of forestalling what is happening in New York. Florida is now the nation's fourth most populous state. And Orlando is the fastest growing metropolitan area in Florida. Voluntary newspaper recycling now will help us better man- age our trash disposal system in the future. TRASH: WE'VE GOT YOUR NUMBER Let's say there is a vacant lot full of trash and weeds that is cluttering your neighborhood. You want the eyesore taken care of-- but how can you call in your complaint? * Poorly maintained yards also pose a threat to neigh- borhood safety. Dangerous obstacles may be hidden. Un- wanted pests may thrive in tall grass and weeds. And this violation, too, has a tremen- dous impact on property values. There's a fast way to get action - a telephone hotl ine to report neighborhood problems. The 423-UGL Y Hotline has been in service for more than three years. Code enforcement of- ficers, zoning inspectors, and Great Neighborhoods liaisons are standing by to help you resolve complaints about con- ditions in your neighborhood. Here is a list of some of the most common complaints: Substandard housing condi- tions, including peeling paint, cluttered carports, and unkempt lawns. Our City codes are designed to protect public health and safe- ty and to guarantee the economic integrity of our pro- perty and the overall beauty of our community. * Neighbors' illegally parked vehicles and boats: Parking on the right-of-way and even in the yard in some cases is a violation. Not only does this practice destroy property values, it also poses some serious safety hazards. Children may become injured or trapped while playing. Burglars may find a hiding place. Rats and mosquitoes find it a haven in which to breed. If you see what you believe may be a violation of City codes or any unsightly condi- tion, telephone 423-UGL Y. You'll be helping yourself, your neighbor, and your communi- ty. Keep Orlando "The City Beautiful." CALLAHAN PRIDE CLEANS UP NEIGHBORHOOD In June, the Callahan Neighborhood Association helped "Clean-Up Orlando" by working with the City to organize a clean-up project in their neighborhood. Volunteers collected 22 1/2 tons of junk and trash items and 32 cubic yards of litter. Residents joined other volunteers and City workers for a day of community service which concluded with refreshments served at the Callahan Neighborhood Center. If you would like to help put together a clean-up project in your neighborhood, just call the Clean- Up Orlando office at 849-2752. 423 - CITY SETS OCTOBER ~ CLEAN-UP DATES ) So you've got some bulky items around your house that you've been wanting to get rid of. That old bed or washing machine is no longer usable. As a service to its residents, the City of Orlando sponsors Citywide Clean- Up days throughout the year. Next month you'll have the opportunity to rid your house of items that are too bulky for regular garbage collection. Get out your calendar and mark these dates. Wednesday, October 14 -- City residents living south of the East-West Expressway. Wednesday, October 21 -- City residents living north of the East-West Expressway. Please leave junked items such as ap- ~ pliances, furniture, and mattresses at } your curb for free pick-up on the ap- propriate day. For more information on your Clean- Up day, call 849-2314. III ~ :l lil Z N III '" ~ <( III e " II: Z 9 : I&. o . :t g 8 ~ VI II: iO III II) ~ N i iii o ~