April 12, 2004

The Municipal Waste Management Association (MWMA) recently announced it's 2004 slate of Officers. Created in 1982 as an environmental affiliate of the United States Conference of Mayors, MWMA serves as a legislative voice, a best practice exchange and a peer network for the nations senior urban environmental professionals.

Kevin Bennett, Solid Waste Manager for the Lexington-Fayette (KY) Urban County Government was elected President of MWMA. Susan Keil, Director of Environmental Services, Portland (OR) was selected as First Vice President and Peter Spatara, Assistant Director, Utilities, West Palm Beach (FL) will serve as Second Vice President.

Bennett is confident this year's officers and trustees reflect the diversity of interest and experiences of solid waste, recycling and waste to energy professionals. " This years executive committee and board of trustees represent the breadth and depth of urban environmental issues. From waste to energy, to recycling and environmental policy, our leadership had the experience and expertise to position MWMA as a practical and progressive organization." As MWMA President, Mr. Bennett and the Lexington is charged with developing and hosting MWMA's 2004 Fall Summit, October 20-22. " Lexington is excited about showcasing our environmental and solid waste management programs. The Fall Summit is a great opportunity for MWMA members to network with each other and our private sector colleagues, share best practices and stay current on environmental legislation and policy."

MWMA depends on the time, talent and expertise of its- volunteers to design and deliver professional development opportunities, legislative briefings, and practical management solutions to our membership. MWMA officers and trustees provide strategic direction for the organization, contribute to its- programming, including quarterly conference calls, list serve discussions, and serving as panelists for the annual Fall Summit.

"The 2004 Executive Committee and Board of Trustees are committed to MWMA and will contribute to our exploration of new technologies for improved operations, promotion of electronics recycling and extended product stewardship, facilitate dialogue with our private sector partners, and advocate for healthy and clean cities," concluded Bennett.

The 2004 MWMA Executive Committee and Board of Trustees are:

President

Kevin Bennett, Lexington-Fayette Urban County (KY) Government

1st Vice President

Susan Keil, Portland, OR

2nd Vice President

Peter Spatara, West Palm Beach, FL

Immediate Past President

Sarah Lile, Detroit

Past Presidents

Willie Rhodes, Austin, TX

Karen Larkin, Tacoma, WA

Gary Price, Denver, CO

Rudy Davidson, Louisville-Jefferson County (KY) Government

Rich Hays, San Diego CA

Tom Henderson, Washington, DC

Trustees

Emma Acosta , El Paso, TX

Lawrence Baker, Irving, TX

Jonathan Bilmes, Bristol Resource Recovery, CT

Daniel Cardenas, San Antonio, TX

Frank Gioradno, Pollution Control Financing Authority, Camden County, NJ

Elmer Heap, San Diego, CA

Sean McDonald, Seattle, WA

Al Sanchez, Chicago, IL

Clarena Toleson, Philadelphia, PA

Daphne Washington, Kern County (CA)

For more information about MWMA membership and the 2004 Fall Summit, please contact Susan Jarvis, 202.861.6760; sjarvis@usmayors.org.