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I <br /> I <br /> I <br /> trash. The increased <br /> cost will emphasize the need for recycling. Mr. Gilbert recommended <br /> coordinating a trial program for Pay-As-You-Throw on a smaller scale to motivate residents to recycle. <br /> Road and the Recycling Cott f New Seab <br /> Nikki Iescouteaux of wading glace y ury and <br /> 1Vlashpee addressed the Board. Ills. Descouteaux recornniended Glenn Santos,Barnstable DPW, as a <br /> resource to discuss a Pay-As-You-Throw pilot program conducted in Barnstable. In addition, Ms. <br /> esouteaux emphasized that the recent vote was a non-binding referendum and noted that the Board <br /> of Selectmen are still considering various options. A hearing held at New Sabury resulted in an <br /> informal vote favoring Pay-As-You-Throw with curb side as a second choice. Ms. Descouteaux <br /> suggested that educating the public is critical for success and noted that IvvT Director Catherine <br /> Laurent has costs for'Transfer Station permit fees calculated up to 2014, which may allow residents to <br /> clearly see the impact. The .ecyelm' g Committee and the DPW are drafting an informational postcard <br /> to be distributed to residents and it was suggested that the Board of Health and Board of Selectman <br /> work with the haulers to provide a similar postcard. Regarding enforcement, lis. escouteux agrees <br /> that it is critical and suggested that the Board of Selectmen's committee created to identify a plan for <br /> future disposal in I lashpee should also include suggestions on how to accomplish enforcement. <br /> Mr. Kaplan added that everyone needs to be reminded that recycling is not optional. Mr. Kaplan <br /> emphasized that trash haulers must adhere to the flat fee policy that does not allow for separate charges <br /> for trash pick up and recycling. Regarding the Regulations, Board members intended to consider <br /> public 'Input and anticipated greater attendance at tonight's hearing. Vis. Egloff emphasized that <br /> recycling efforts will be long term but recycling can be increased now through educating the public <br /> and hopes that haulers will be part of the conversation with their customers. Recycling is required by <br /> the State and by the Town and the Board of Health will stand behind the efforts of haulers to <br /> encourage their customers to recycle. Board members are seeping a paradigm shift in regard to <br /> recycling in Mashpee. <br /> In terms of educating residents, Mr. Gilbert suggested that the Bard consider initially focusing on <br /> such bulk items as ga� <br /> newspapers, glass or r�na. nes/catalogs to which 1&. Kaplan agreed. Ms. gloff <br /> confirmed that the Regulation require glass, all paper, metal containers and#147 plastics. Ifs. <br /> escouteaux suggested that educational materials include a photo of an object and the number of years <br /> it would take to deteriorate. Ms. l escouteaux also suggested that the haulers be given a simple check <br /> off'sheet to indicate if the customer recycled'during that pickup,as a means of enforcement. The town <br /> or Board of Health could thea follow up with a personal letter reminding the resident of the Recycling <br /> Regulation. IVIS. Egloff further emphasized her support to educate'over the long term before issuing a <br /> fine of up to $300. The Board agreed that the maximum$300 fine would be appropriate for egregious <br /> cases. Mr. Gilbert noted that a postcard sent from the DPW resulted in an increase in recycling and <br /> further stated that the greatest challenge in educating the public would be among the single family <br /> homeowners. Condominium .seem to have greater success recycling and Mr. Gilbert confirmed that <br /> his Association increased recycling from 0%to 40%. Mr. Kaplan suggested focusing on the <br /> condominium complexes,which occurred in Yarmouth. Ms. Bgloff noted that people in the <br /> community taping about the ease of recycling will encourage others to recycle. lis. Burton added that <br /> the role of"'Recycling Coordinators"' at the hauling businesses would b6 critical to reaching out to the <br /> customers and managing the education of the customers. The person Will also be a contact for the <br /> Board of Health as companies proceed through the permitting process. <br /> IVIS. Burton stated that Selectmen had also discussed the use of clear bags at the Transfer Station so <br /> that trash could be monitored for recyclables more easily and provides the opportunity to further <br /> educate customers. Mr. Macomber added that residents would have an advantage at the transfer <br /> 2 <br />