ACRI is supporting AB 712 (Williams-D).  AB 712 recognizes the critical need for recycling facilities to be easily accessible in all communities.  If California is to be successful in meeting its current recycling/diversion requirements, every effort must be made to ensure that the appropriate level of recycling collection facilities are zoned and approved.

ACRI is opposing AB 508 (Swanson-D).  AB 508 would prevent bid-winning companies from retaining existing employees when providing contract services.  Such an action unfairly penalizes those employees who have a long standing relationship with a company that is awarded a public bid - placing jobs at risk.  At a time when our state is facing an unprecedented high unemployment level, AB 508 translates into additional job losses in California.

ACRI is supporting AB 316 (Carter-D).  AB 316 creates a fine and punishment for the grand theft of copper.  With the prevalence of metal thefts from large construction sites, public utility yards, rural areas and schools, AB 316 will help decrease the rise of metal theft across the state.

The ACRI Board of Directors has retained Curt Pringle & Associates to provide management and government affairs consulting services.

"We are excited to be part of the ACRI team and be able to bring our expertise to assist with your government and regulatory issues," said Curt Pringle, President.

Curt Pringle & Associates is a full-service public affairs and government relations firm.  While perhaps best known for governmental advocacy efforts, employing an extensive breadth of relationships with elected and appointed officials throughout southern California and at the State Capitol, the firm is also well versed in the areas of land use, public outreach, crisis communications and media relations.

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