Advisory Council Information & Meetings

The advisory council helps inform the future of packaging and paper product recycling in Washington. Register to join our meetings or access council meeting materials below.

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About the Council

The Recycling Reform Act Advisory Council (RCW 70A.208.050) provides guidance to the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) and the Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) on the implementation of the Recycling Reform Act. The advisory council will be consulted on statewide lists development, needs assessments, and performance targets. The council will also review PRO draft plans, amendments, and annual reports.

Council members represent diverse perspectives from across the recycling system. We meet regularly to review progress, discuss challenges and develop recommendations for improving Washington’s recycling infrastructure and programs.

📍 Learn More: Visit the Recycling Reform Act page or advisory council page on the Ecology website.

Advisory Council Members

Meet our members.

Chair

Rick Vahl

Waste Connections

Represents: Solid waste collection company or statewide association

Vice Chair

McKenna Morrigan

Seattle Public Utilities

Represents: Government entity

Megan Daum

American Beverage Association

Represents: Manufacturer/manufacturer trade association

Danielle Waterfield

AMERIPEN

Represents: Manufacturer/manufacturer trade association

Casey Bouchard

Methow Recycles

Represents: Recycling facilities

Jeff Zillich

WM

Represents: Recycling facilities

Amanda Dalton

Northwest Grocery Retail Association

Represents: Retailer or statewide retail trade association

Moji Igun

Zero Waste Washington

Represents: Statewide nonprofit environmental organization

Ming-Ming Tung-Edelman

Refugee Artisan Initiative

Represents: Community-based nonprofit environmental justice organization

Alissa Campbell

Recology

Represents: Material recovery facilities (MRFs)

Jay Blazey

Cedar Grove

Represents: Compost facility or statewide composting association

Trace Bradburn

City of Spokane

Represents: Government entity

Becci Piepel

Douglas County Solid Waste

Represents: Government entity

Grant Williams

Tribal Solid Waste Advisory Network

Represents: Tribal or indigenous solid waste services organizations

Jocelyn Quarrell

Bold Reuse

Represents: Reuse/refill systems or association

Karen Hultgren

Pierce County

Represents: Other interested parties

Michael Liptack

Friday Harbor

Represents: Other interested parties

Peter Lyon

Washington State Department of Ecology

Represents: Washington State Department of Ecology (non-voting)

Julie Gilbertson

Circular Action Alliance

Represents: Producer Responsibility Organization (non-voting)

Upcoming Meetings

Join us at our next meeting.

Advisory Council Meeting

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM PT

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Advisory Council Meeting

Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM PT

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Advisory Council Meeting

Thursday, August 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM PT

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Advisory Council Meeting

Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM PT

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Advisory Council Meeting

Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM PT

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Advisory Council Meeting

Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM PT

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Statewide Lists Subcommittee Meeting

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM PT

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Meeting Agenda
Background Documents for Review

Past Meetings

Access historical meeting materials.

March 13, 2026 – Advisory Council Meeting

March 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT

February 5, 2026 – Advisory Council Meeting

February 5, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT

Governance Documents

Foundational documents that guide our work.

Council Charter

Official charter establishing the advisory council's purpose, membership, and operating procedures.

View Charter (PDF)

Code of Ethics

Guidelines and standards of conduct for council and subcommittee members.

View Code of Ethics (PDF)

Public Participation Rules

Guidelines for public access to meetings and expected decorum.

View Public Participation Rules (PDF)

Open Public Meetings Act Training

OPMA training materials as all council and subcommittee meetings and members will be required to follow OPMA guidance.

Open Public Meetings Act (WA Office of the Attorney General)

Subcommittees

Specialized groups focused on key areas of implementation

Equity Subcommittee

This yet-to-be-formed, six-member subcommittee makes recommendations to the advisory council, Ecology, and the PRO on equity and environmental justice considerations related to the implementation of the Recycling Reform Act.

Focus Areas

Identifying barriers and impacts affecting overburdened and underserved communities
Informing system design to ensure equitable access to services
Making recommendations for community engagement and education

Statewide Lists Subcommittee

This subcommittee makes recommendations to the advisory council, Ecology, and the PRO on statewide collection lists related the implementation of the Recycling Reform Act.

Focus Areas

Consult with Ecology on the development of statewide collection lists
Review and provide recommendations on proposed statewide performance target requirements

Needs Assessment Subcommittee

This subcommittee makes recommendations to the advisory council, Ecology, and the PRO on infrastructure needs assessments related the implementation of the Recycling Reform Act.

Focus Areas

Consult with Ecology, provide initial recommendations, and review any needs assessment or update within 90 days of receipt of the assessment

Get in Touch

Ecology has hired C+C to administer the activities of the advisory council. For questions about advisory council meetings and notes, please contact C+C:

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For other questions about the advisory council or Recycling Reform Act, please contact Ecology:

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