Curbside recycling is good, but for recycling to work we need to put more energy into re-using our own recyclables. We need programs to encourage entrepreneurs to invest in small manufacturing facilities where recycled paper, plastic, glass, etc are the primary raw materials. Waste management is a regional as well as a local problem. I will continue to explore ways we can collaborate with other southeast communities to solve this problem. I am confident we can protect the environment and create jobs. "Reduce! Reuse! Recycle!"