The Georgia Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Act
requires all local governments in Georgia to develop a
strategy for reducing the amount of solid waste going
into landfills and other disposal facilities. This
reduction may be accomplished by many techniques,
including recycling materials such as plastic, aluminum,
and newspaper. It can also be accomplished by
diverting yard waste from disposal facilities into
backyard or other composting operations. Many
other methods for reducing our local waste stream are
also available. Most of these methods involve your
cooperation and effort. If you are interested in
information about what you can do to help, please
contact the person listed below.
The Act
also requires all local governments to disclose to its
citizens the full cost of providing solid waste
management services. This and other required
information is included below.
