The document outlines the automated solid waste collection system by the Franklin Department of Public Works, which includes two carts per household for recycling and trash. It highlights features such as single-stream recycling, increased efficiency through automation, and estimated cost savings for residents and municipal buildings. Additional services and fees, along with the proposed next steps for implementation, are also discussed.

1. Automated Solid Waste Collection Franklin Department of Public Works January 20 th , 2010

2. System Automation 2 Carts per household (65 Gallons each) 1 for Recycling 1 for Trash No charge for carts Pickup schedule will remain the same (Initially) Curbside yard waste pickup will remain (6x per year ) Curbside holiday tree pickup will remain (1x per year) Curbside pickup of one bulky item per week (via call-in) Residents can still Opt-Out (designate an alternate hauler) Additional fees for CRT monitors and TVs, large metal items and appliances remain

3. Single Stream Recycling One cart for all recycling No need to separate recyclables Additional recyclable materials No more leaking containers Recycling carts are distinguished by a yellow lid

4. Added Benefits of System Automation Lifetime maintenance for carts No additional Cost ($10 per year value) No need to purchase trash cans in the future ($15 - $70 a piece) Improved customer service With the addition of cart RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) , we are able to monitor the pickup times and verify collection. Improved service during inclement weather Clean & Neat Standardization of carts and collection Reduced roadside litter from, weather, malfunctioning containers, poor curbside procedures

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6. High Use Options Additional trash and recycling cart service is available Recycling cart $75 per year Trash cart $150 per year Overflow Stickers are available $3 per sticker (available at DPW and Town Hall)

7. Estimated Savings over Current System 55% Schools 42% Municipal Buildings 11-20% Curbside Trash & Recycling

8. Reasons for Savings Automation – enables reduced collection costs Increased Recycling Rates Reduced cost per ton Eliminates imported trash Eliminates Opt-Out issues, excess trash and non-paying residents Reduced water weight of trash

9. Municipal and School Savings Improved Cost Control Priced per cart Increased Recycling = Increased Savings Lower Cost per Cart Pickup - $0.95 vs. $8

10. Current and Proposed Costs * Applies current surplus for FY 2011, 2012 Free Free Large Rigid Plastic $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Microwave Large Free Free Microwave Small (counter top) Free Free Chair/Table smaller item Free Free Sofa/large item $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Grills large Free Free Grills small (table top) $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Appliance $ 30.00 $ 25.00 Freon Appliance $ 35.00 $ 25.00 TV 26" and up $ 25.00 $ 25.00 TV up to 25" $ 3.00 N/A Overflow Bag $ 75.00 N/A Extra Recycling Cart Annual Fee $ 150.00 N/A Extra Trash Cart Annual Fee $ 220.00 $ 244.00 Fee* Curbside Proposed Curbside FY 2010 Item

11. Where do we go from here? Contract with a qualified hauling company Vertical Integration for improved service, price and customer service Purchase and distribute trash and recycling carts Cost is amortized over 5 years Maintenance, RFID and Interest included

12. Automated Single-Stream Collection is successfully operating in Billerica, Tyngsboro, Holden, Mansfield, Burlington, Tewksbury, Lowell, Norwood, Dedham, North Attleboro, Hubbardston, Fall River, Newburyport, Newton, Amesbury, Easton, Attleboro, Boston, Woonsocket, Warwick, Middletown