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provide an educational aspect that could increase the recycling participation of that portion of the <br /> community. <br /> City Councilmember LeTourneau noted that would also be a service provided by the City to <br /> those residents. <br /> Board Member Bentz stated that perhaps businesses could be targeted for recycling as well. <br /> City Planner Anderson confirmed that would be beneficial as well but would not count against <br /> the tonnage thresholds of the City. <br /> Board Member Hiatt stated that perhaps recognition could be provided to businesses that <br /> increase their recycling efforts, noting that would reward businesses with positive promotion for <br /> their efforts. <br /> Board Member Bentz stated that he would like to see recycling bins outside of gas stations. <br /> City Planner Anderson stated that staff can investigate that option for on the go recycling if there <br /> is a gas station within the City that would like to pursue that opportunity. He noted that he can <br /> also investigate a program that could recognize businesses that increase their recycling efforts. <br /> City Councilmember LeTourneau stated that if the efforts were increased the news story could <br /> move beyond a local story to a regional story. <br /> City Planner Anderson stated that the County does recognize businesses for recycling and <br /> advised that the Board could make a recommendation should a local business standout. <br /> Board Member Bentz stated that perhaps household chemicals could be collected as well during <br /> recycling events. <br /> City Planner Anderson stated that he could investigate that option but stated that it is a very <br /> rigorous process because of the transportation of hazardous waste, which is why the regional <br /> household hazardous waste facility was created. He noted that the County does have a traveling <br /> program. He stated that perhaps the City could coordinate with the County to create a site in <br /> Ramsey that could be used for a one -day event. <br /> 6. BOARD / STAFF INPUT <br /> Board Member Bentz referenced the painting program that has started and asked for additional <br /> information. <br /> City Planner Anderson explained that there is a paint care stewardship program that took effect <br /> November 1S in Minnesota, noting that Sherwin Williams and Hirshfield's are participating. He <br /> explained that unused paint can be returned to these stores for disposal, noting that there are <br /> some limitations on the amount that can be brought in at one time. He stated that he will <br /> advertise that item in an upcoming newsletter. <br /> Environmental Policy Board / January 5, 2015 <br /> Page 5 of 6 <br />