Zero Waste Resolution Update

On September 27, Longmont City Council passed an updated Zero Waste Resolution, a non-binding document that sets new targets and guides future decision-makers on reducing waste in the Longmont Community. The new Resolution sets a new target of 75% of trash diverted from the landfill by 2030 and 95% by 2050. Read a one-page summary of the Resolution or the full Zero Waste Resolution.

City staff plan to bring a draft Universal Recycling Ordinance to City Council in December for discussion and further direction. This Ordinance may require recycling in all buildings, including commercial and multifamily, and organics diversion for food permitted businesses.

How to get involved?

Are you a business owner, property manager or multifamily tenant? We want to hear from you as staff develops the draft Ordinance. Sign up here to provide your feedback.
Learn about actions you can take at the Climate Action Sunday: Watch Your Waste event on October 16 from 2-5 pm at the Longmont Museum. Co-hosted by Sustainable Resilient Longmont.
Follow the Engage Longmont webpage or contact the City’s Sustainability program at sustainability@longmontcolorado.gov to learn more.

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