Rancho Cordova – Legislative Compliance & Solid Waste Support
Rancho Cordova is one of R3’s longest-standing clients—a partnership that began in 2004 and continues strong today. Over the past two decades, we’ve earned the City’s trust by consistently delivering reliable guidance through California’s constantly evolving waste regulations. This enduring relationship reflects the confidence City leadership has in our team’s expertise and our deep understanding of their community’s unique needs. We’ve worked alongside multiple city managers and staff transitions, providing the continuity and institutional knowledge that allows the City to adapt to new requirements without disrupting service to residents.
We handle the full spectrum of waste program management—from creating public outreach materials and updating ordinances to reviewing franchise agreements and monitoring hauler compliance. Our team develops branding, website content, social media posts, and educational guides that help residents and businesses understand new recycling requirements in plain language. We also work behind the scenes to identify which commercial generators must comply with state laws, verify their participation, and coordinate with local food recovery organizations to redirect edible food from landfills. This combination of public education and technical enforcement ensures high participation rates and regulatory compliance.
Our financial oversight includes conducting annual rate reviews to verify that hauler costs are reasonable and that residents pay fair prices for collection services. We review hauler reporting, evaluate contract amendments, negotiate service terms, and provide recommendations that balance quality service with cost control. We’ve helped the City update its waste hauler contracts and municipal code to incorporate new state requirements while protecting the City’s interests and maintaining good relationships with its service providers.
Twenty years of collaboration has made us an extension of the City’s team. Rancho Cordova trusts us to manage complex regulatory requirements, represent their interests in hauler negotiations, and provide honest guidance on difficult decisions. This partnership has resulted in streamlined operations, successful grant applications, and consistent compliance with state mandates—all while allowing City staff to focus on broader community priorities knowing their waste programs are in capable, experienced hands.
