• Authorize a permanent recycling program at the Courthouse

• Authorize the FMD to implement the program at the MDR Building, Northeast Annex, and Mission Valley Annex, beginning in FY08-09 as feasible and appropriate

• Authorize recycling programs at other County facilities that are not under the FMD budget, such as the Sheriff Headquarters Building, Detention Facilities, Juvenile Probation, Justices of the Peace, County-owned Community Centers, and Ascarate Park if they choose to participate 
   
• Establish County-wide recycling policies that include requiring departments to return printer cartridges whenever feasible, encourage responsible practices, and prohibit the disposal of hazardous materials in the regular trash collection  
  
• Encourage departments to consider a manufacturer’s cartridge/toner recycling programs when purchasing new printers and copiers;

• Encourage departments to provide continuous education and guidance to their employees in order to maintain a successful program.

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