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Mr. Brozosky pointed out that the funds for the Food Scrap Recycling Program would be used for residential only. He noted that the School Liaison Committee talked about applying this money to schools, as there is a tremendous amount of food waste. He believed education on recycling starts with the youth. He thanked Pleasanton Garbage gervlee (PG§) for looking into eompostlng and believed it was a great benefit to the community. In response to an inquiry by Ms. Ayala, Mr. Fialho noted that Measure D would be in existence in the year 2008. He affirmed that the City receives $265,000 a year. If interest income is included and one-time money is included, it equates to $300,000 per year. In the past ten years, the City has not spent any of the funds, which is the reason for a reserve of $1.8 to $1.9 million dollars. The $1.9 million dollars will subsidize the Food Scrap Recycling Program over the next four years and will draw on the reserve. The City is also receiving money from Measure D, earning interest and obtaining one-time monies. In response to an inquiry by Ms. Hosterman, Mr. Fialho indicated that the remaining $500,000 at the end of four years is the worst-case scenario. He pointed out that roughly $100,000 to $150,000 is related to disposal costs, and believed this cost would decrease. Pleasanton Garbage Service's theory is that the cost will increase. It could be less than $635,000 and if it is, it means there is more money at the end of the four-year cycle to apply to any other activity or the Residential Food Scrap Recycling Program. Ms. Hosterman recalled a discussion had been held in the matter, which resulted in Council including potential costs to ensure that everything would be covered. Mr. Brozosky wondered if the amount of diversion was measured on a yearly basis? Mr. Fialho indicated that twelve months of implementation is needed in order to measure the diversion. Mr. Brozosky believed that at the end of four years, Council would need to determine whether it is worth the cost. For the benefit of the public, Ms. Ayala asked staffto provide an explanation, a definition, and language of the ballot measure for Measure D. Brian Mathews, Program Manager, Alameda County Waste Management Authority, stated the purpose of the Measure was to promote recycling in Alameda County. Half of the money that is collected for disposal is returned by population formula to the jurisdictions in Alameda County. The other remaining funds are distributed amongst other funds that go to marked development, source reduction, discretionary, and administration. Pleasanton City Council 26 01/06/04 Minutes