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Cotati proclaims North Bay Zero Waste Week; 0 Waste Sonoma details local programs and new facilities
Summary
The Cotati City Council read a proclamation for North Bay Zero Waste Week and listened to a detailed presentation from Leslie Lukacs of 0 Waste Sonoma on repair fairs, household hazardous waste services, a new compost facility design and compliance with state organic-waste rules (SB 1383).
Cotati’s City Council read a proclamation declaring October as North Bay Zero Waste Week and heard a 30‑minute presentation from Leslie Lukacs, executive director of 0 Waste Sonoma, on local waste‑reduction programs and planned facilities.
Why it matters: 0 Waste Sonoma coordinates countywide recycling, household hazardous waste collection and outreach across 10 jurisdictions. Its programs and the county’s compliance with state rules such as SB 1383 affect how businesses and residents manage organics, electronics, paint and other materials—and influence funding and facility planning in the region.
Leslie Lukacs told the council 0 Waste Sonoma “was formed in 1992” to meet early state recycling mandates and that the agency’s mission is “to empower personal action in waste reduction and materials management by implementing practical solutions to protect our natural resources.” She described several ongoing and planned efforts the agency runs for Cotati residents:
- Public outreach and tools: An online…
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