Our Mission & History
Formed in 1982, the South Bayside Waste Management Authority (SBWMA) is a joint powers
authority of twelve member agencies in San Mateo County and is a leader
in innovative recycling and waste-reduction programs.
SBWMA Goals
In our service to our members and the community, we
- Provide cost-effective waste reduction, recycling, and solid
waste programs to member agencies through franchised services and other
recyclers to meet and sustain a minimum 50% diversion mandated by
California State Law, AB 939
- Recommend and implement policies that maximize resource recovery
- Manage SBWMA-owned recycling and solid waste facilities in a
cost-effective manner
- Recommend rate modifications and negotiate franchised contracts
for long-term cost-effectiveness
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