As of January 1, 2010 most metro-area residents are required to place all yard waste and organics in compostable bags for curbside pick-up.

This toolkit includes information, FAQs, and images for partners to use in their coverage on the compostable bag requirements for metro area residents.

Using This Toolkit
Terms of Use - Style and Usage Guide
Please read "Style & Usage Guide: SWMCB Toolkit Materials and Rethink Recycling Logo"  before using this or other Rethink Recycling toolkit pieces.  By downloading toolkit pieces, you agree to the terms of use outlined in the guide.

County Communications

• Please check with your county about how this requirement may affect your residents before using the communications resources for your promotions.
• If you plan to customize a toolkit resource, please check with your county first.  Your county may require the review of materials used to promote a county program or site prior to publication.

Feedback
The SWMCB hopes to continuously improve this toolkit and welcomes feedback on all toolkit materials. Please send feedback on the campaign to Info@RethinkRecycling.com.  

Questions
For questions, comments, or suggestions on the toolkit, please contact:

Samantha Werre SWMCB
651-222-7227
swerre@rranow.com