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actual implementation was stalled due to inability to adequately evaluate and select a suitable <br />drop-off site (Springman, 2017; Johnson, 2017). Conducting a drop-off site evaluation of the <br />three site candidates previously identified by the City of Roseville is an important step in <br />establishing an organics collection site in the city (Figure 2). The data obtained from the <br />evaluation guides the drop-off site recommendations discussed herein. <br />Of the three sites evaluated, the Victoria Ballfields location received the highest evaluation <br />score and was deemed the most suitable location for future establishment of an organics <br />recycling drop-off site (Figure 4). This site has a large paved lot which provides ample space <br />for resident parking and for maneuverability of organics hauling trucks (Figure 7). Walking <br />and bicycle paths located in close proximity to the site increases walkability for residents in <br />nearby neighborhoods. This location is also highly visible and well lit, which contributes to an <br />increased sense of security in comparison to the other candidate locations evaluated. The <br />parking lot has a corridor like layout that is heavily shaded on its southern side and partially <br />shaded on its northern side during the summer season, making it possible to place the dumpster <br />out of full sunlight during the warmer months of the year. These evaluation findings suggest <br />that the City of Roseville consider implementing an organics recycling collection site at the <br />Victoria Ballfields. <br />Figure 7. Victoria Ballfields site, Roseville, Minnesota (Source: A. Mohr, 2017) <br />Overcoming Drop-off Site Concerns <br />Through discussions with City of Roseville personnel, the two primary concerns associated <br />with implementing an organics collection site at the Victoria Ballfields were contamination <br />and nuisance odors (Brokke, 2017). Ramsey County as well as several municipalities stress the <br />importance of public education in overcoming challenges like these (Springman, 2017; Horner, <br />2017; Fisher, 2017). Understanding what is and is not accepted for organics recycling can seem <br />complex, and ensuring that this information is available and disseminated to all residents is <br />important to reducing contamination. Educational brochures and pamphlets mailed directly to <br />14 <br />