Cooperative Teamwork & Recycling Assistance

The Organization provided technical assistance to communities and groups interested in recycling. It served as their liaison between the public and private sector by negotiating contracts with haulers and end-market vendors at competitive prices. The collection, transport and sales of recyclables was coordinated by the Organization. The Organization also helped community recycling programs to effectively increase the amount and quality of collected recycled materials as well as maximize the efforts of those already recycling. Quality control at the cooperative level can impact the processor's or the mill's willingness to negotiate contracts. In return for the marketing and sale of commodities and other member services, the Organization received a 10% commission from the gross sales price received through the sales of any recyclable materials.