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Source: Environmental Protection Agency Dear Concessionaire or Vendor: The [Name of Event] is implementing a waste reduction and recycling program. We are committed to diverting as much of these materials as possible from the waste stream. To help conserve natural resources and protect the environment, we ask that you join us in a partnership by participating in our waste reduction and recycling program. Please review the information about the recycling program procedures below: [Give details of the recycling program here, including which materials will be recycled, where bins will be located, and how and when the materials will be collected. Distinguish between your responsibilities and the concessionaire/vendor’s. Also note in this section if you plan on making the program mandatory through a contractual change.] • Corrugated cardboard • Plastic and glass bottles • Aluminum and Tin cans • Plastic cups • Food scraps • Compostable food service items plates, cups, utensils or straws) Avoid using difficult-to-recycle materials, such as: • “clamshell” food containers • Plastic forks, spoons, cups or straws • Non-compostable food service items • Multi-material packaging We ask that you partner with us to look for opportunities to reduce waste: • Purchasing supplies and selling products with reduced packaging • Handing out straws, lids, and napkins only when requested • Dispensing condiments from bulk containers rather than providing single-serve packets • Using reusable shipping materials such as plastic pallets, crates or boxes to transport food and goods to event site • Utilizing washable cloth towels or sponges - instead of paper towels to clean up behind the counter • Purchasing beverage mixes in concentrated form We will be making every effort to educate guests about our recycling program. In addition, it is important that your employees be aware of the new program and how it will operate. We ask that you please educate your workers about the recycling policies and procedures at [Name of Event]. For more information, or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recycling Coordinator, [Name], at [Phone and/or e-mail]. We look forward to working with you to accomplish the goals of our recycling and waste reduction program. Sincerely, [Your name here]