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13 <br /> a <br /> It is theoretically possible to implement both unit-based pricing <br /> and collection bans simultaneously or to implement different <br /> measures in each jurisdiction. However, we believe that the effort <br /> required and the accompanying public education and awareness would <br /> make a choice between the two approaches a more practical approach. <br /> The other measure could be phased in, if desired, at a later date . <br /> We believe it is possible to use different strategies for different <br /> economic sectors . For eXample collection bans could be instituted <br /> in the residential sector where each can of waste is easily <br /> observed. At the same time, unit-based pricing could be instituted <br /> in the multifamily and commercial sectors where it is more <br /> difficult to observe the contents of the waste and where fee for <br /> service is more common. <br /> Unit-based pricing systems: <br /> These types of systems are becoming more prevalent throughout the <br /> country; over 3, 000 are now in place. Most of the recently <br /> implemented systems apply primarily to the single family <br /> residential sector and most are tag or bag-based. Some are based on <br /> size or number of cans or carts . There are a few weight-based <br /> systems in place, but they , are largely experimental and the <br /> technology is still being perfected to weigh solid waste "on board" <br /> the truck. Use of a weight-based or cart-based system also assumes <br /> the existence of a sophisticated billing system. <br /> Reported Waste Diversion <br /> Various cities that have implemented unit-based pricing after <br /> having had recycling in place report reductions in weight ' of <br /> residential mixed solid waste of 89i to ?31k . Other locations where <br /> both recycling and unit-based pricing were implemented <br /> simultaneously report reduction rates in mixed solid waste in the <br /> 30s to SO% range . <br /> When unit-based pricing systems are used in the multifamily and <br /> commercial sectors, the dumpster volume and frequency of collection <br /> are the primary basis for billing. Virtually all private <br /> commercial haulers use some volume-based rates to determine the <br /> fees to charge for collection. There is little_ to no direct 4=act <br /> on the tenants of a multifamily or office_ building from this type <br /> of system and no readily available method to create an impact . <br /> Setting System Goals <br /> System coals should be established to determine the o__cina <br /> structure. Goals to consider include: <br /> What portion aT-' the costs of collection, processing and d_sposaI <br /> will the fees cover? <br />