Best Elected Recycling Leader: Todd Portune (Hamilton County, OH)

            Since 2001, Commissioner Todd Portune has chaired the Hamilton Solid Waste Management District’s Policy Committee. Due to his strong support of the environment and recycling, Commissioner Portune has been instrumental in establishing the vision for the District, developing innovative recycling projects, expanding District programs, and promoting recycling and waste reduction throughout the County.

            Commissioner Portune continues to challenge the District to develop new ways to increase the amount and types of materials diverted from the landfill. These programs include: initiating a RecycleBank pilot project, organizing a recycled-content latex paint manufacturing program, initiating a program where felled trees will be used in the construction of new schools, and expanding the District’s residential collection programs for materials such as computers and hazardous waste.