SWAC is responsible for participating in preparation of a revised solid waste management plan. The SWAC recommendations included in the plan will become a guide for County decision-makers.

SWAC participation is particularly important in development of the waste reduction, reuse and recycling elements in the plan. SWAC is also required by state law to dedicate meeting time to determine how local private for-profit, or not-for-profit, recycling and solid waste collection businesses may participate in recycling programs.

Waste management plans should be prepared "...with the active assistance and participation of a local SWAC." A good SWAC represents a broad range of community interests, and works toward a plan that is responsive to all. - RCW 70.95.165

• Solid Waste Plan Resources
• Plan Revision Briefing
• This presentation describes a typical plan revision process.
• Guidelines for Development of Local Solid Waste Management Plans
• San Juan County will be using these guidelines in developing the 2010 Solid Waste Management Plan
• Guidelines for Development of Local Hazardous Waste Management Plans
• Washington State's Waste Reduction Plan