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REPORT
AUG 22 1977

Maysr and Council '- August 19th, 1977

G.W. Ulmer, — c.c. V.G. Borch, P. Eng.,
Works & Utilities City Engineer
Superintendent

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Re: Paper Recycling

AS you are aware we started our paper recycling
programme approximately June 13th, 1977 and it has been
working reasonably well with a minimum amount of advertising
to the public. :

At the end of July we had a total of 16 tons of
paper collected which net the City a total receipt of $355.75.
‘To the end of July we have averaged approximately 2.28 tons
per week and I feel we could double that if we had the co-
operation of the public as to proper bundling procedures,
Proper bundling is very important because of paper rack space
and handling, if it is not bundled properly we have to throw
it into the packer, however, I do think in time the public
will come around and adopt a proper bundling procedure particu-
larly if we could inform them through the mail by proper
illustrated flyers.

To this point I have had fairly good cooperation from
my men and I biieve they have adopted it as part of their daily
routine, however, they do make remarks about improper bundling.

Approximately ten days ago I talked to Mr. Russell
of the Belkin Paper Board and he is pleased with the results
that we have so far. He indicated to me that he would like to
have other municipalities involved.

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I trust this report will assist you in deciding whether
this is a good programme and if it should be continued.

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G.W. Ulmer,
Works & Utilities
Superintendent.

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