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through the District for up to $7,000. She noted that Lakewood has not applied for one this year, however the city received one in 2019. The District is open to discussing grants outside of its normal cycle. Chairman Rader asked how programs Ms, Bickett spoke about would look from an administrative side. Director Ducu proposed a mailer including magnets that would be sent out annually, along with placing decals on the lids. Councilmember Shachner inquired about county efforts to encourage people to reduce their use of single use plastic materials. Ms. Bickett suggested contacting the City of Cleveland Office of Sustainability, as it has started a campaign. The county also participates in the Plastic Reduction Work Group. Councilmember Bullock asked if curbside-recycling rules would be changing annually. Ms. Bickett indicated that the rules do not change as often as one would think, and spoke to minor changes that occurred recently. Dan Brown of Rustbelt Riders gave an overview of his company and how it can work with Lakewood to positively affect composting, recycling, and climate change. He noted that the current food system is the single largest contributor to climate change,with the main contributor being food waste. 40% of food produced in the country will be thrown away or put into landfills. He stated that through a partnership with Keep Lakewood Beautiful, his company was able to establish a fifth drop off location in the city for food waste. He also shared other opportunities and resources his company provides for further or future partnerships with the city. Chairman Rader asked Mr. Brown what the city's next steps could be to further promote recycling and composting. Mr. Brown expressed a desire to partner with the city on messaging and improving accessibility of drop off locations all over town. Chairman Rader asked Director Ducu how his department could work with a program like Rustbelt's and whether the city does any composting. Director Ducu stated that he saw the value in the program, especially taking tonnage out of landfills, and that the Refuse Department has not had the capacity for composting services. Councilmember Bullock stated that Rustbelt Riders could help run a Zero Waste Event, which could provide a large-scale way to reach residents. Mr. Brown noted past efforts that his company has undertaken at past regional community events. Director Ducu proposed implementing a drop off site at the city's Berea Rd. facility. Mr. Brown stated that his company would look at implementing one there. Councilmember Kepple discussed aspects of composting accessibility. Mr. Brown noted that his company was moving towards online webinars to provide technical know how to people, as it is best to compost where one lives.