1. Presented To: Honorable James T. Butts Jr., Mayor Honorable Councilmember Dunlap Honorable Councilmember Morales Honorable Councilmember Franklin Honorable Councilmember Stevens Presented By: Gary Clifford, Chief Operating Officer and Team Athens

2. Welcome To Athens Services 53 Years Of Solid Waste Experience Dedicated Leadership Owners Staff Operations Throughout Los Angeles County Pioneers Of Sustainability Leaders in Municipal Vendor Transitions

3. The Athens Story Family owned by the Arakelian’s Started with one (1) truck in Athens District of Los Angeles County over 53 years ago. Steady planned growth – never committing to more than we can handle. Most current and recent transition experience. Extremely community oriented Athens is large enough to handle all future industry challenges and small enough to offer personalized service. Our conservative approach to finances allows us to offer the lowest rates and the best service.

4. Years of Municipal Service Altadena1Pasadena*42 Azusa17Pomona*16 Bell Gardens5Redondo Beach1 Covina27Riverside11 Glendora21San Gabriel25 Irwindale17San Marino33 La Cañada Flintridge*6Sierra Madre9 L.A. County Unincorporated52South El Monte13 Monrovia14South Pasadena35 Montebello50Temple City25 Monterey Park42West Covina20 Palos Verdes Estates5West Hollywood8 * Agreements with City are non-exclusive

5. Lowest Possible Rate for the Services Provided Unbeatable Customer Service Franchise Fee Enhancements Consumer Index and Landfill Rate Caps Increase Diversion by choosing Residential Comingled Program “One Can System” Restaurant Food Waste Program Pilot Program Discounted Street Sweeping Services Compost and Mulch Events Material Recovery Facility Option Most Valuable Proposal

6. Why Pay More? Hauler Residential Rates Commercial Rate For Basic Level of Service Roll-Off Box Service Athens Services$ 10.95$ 89.91$355.00 Current Rates$ 11.31$94.44$372.00 Consolidated$ 13.60$ 108.93$375.43 Waste Management$ 14.27$ 120.38$427.59 Athens rated lowest in price, highest in customer service, and has the most recent city transition experience including three cities in 2011, two in 2007, one in 2006, and two in 2003. In a world where rates are climbing, Inglewood residents will have the benefit of saving up to 7% off their current collection rates with Athens Services, and over 30% compared to others!

7. Overview Proposer Proposed First-Year Rate Revenue Increase (Decrease) From Current Rates DollarsPercent 1. Athens Services$9,217,000($734,000)(7%) Current Rates$9,951,000 2. Consolidated$11,131,000$1,180,00012% 3. Waste Management$12,087,000$2,136,00021% Proposed Total First-Year Revenue Reference Check Summary – Sorted Highest to Lowest * 1 = Unsatisfactory, 2 = Below Expectations, 3 = Satisfactory, 4 = Above Expectations, 5 = Exceptional Performance Proposer# of ReferencesRatings by Municipal References* Athens Services144.3 Waste Management114.1 Consolidated123.9

8. Projected 8-Year Rate Revenue Rate EffectiveAthens ServicesConsolidated Waste Management Projected Rate Increase 3% 12/01/2012 $9,217,000 $11,131,000$12,087,000 12/01/2013 $9,494,000$11,465,000$12,450,000 12/01/2014 $9,779,000$11,809,000$12,824,000 12/01/2015 $10,072,000$12,163,000$13,209,000 12/01/2016 $10,374,000$12,528,000$13,605,000 12/01/2017 $10,685,000$12,904,000$14,013,000 12/01/2018 $11,006,000$13,291,000$14,433,000 12/01/2019 $11,336,000$13,690,000$14,866,000 8-Year Total $81,963,000$98,981,000$107,487,000

9. Our Employees are Flexible and Motivated Athens Services Consolidated Waste Management As of 2/21/2012 As of 11/1/2012 As of 2/21/2012 As of 11/1/2012 As of 2/21/2012 As of 11/1/2012 Large Truck Driver Hourly Wage $21.10$21.95$21.80 $21.25$21.80 Union Dues (assume 2.5%) $0.00 $(0.55) $(0.53)$(0.55) Net Take Home Pay$ 21.10$21.95$21.26 $20.72$21.26 The average compensation for a large truck driver working 55 hours per week is $68,000 in wages plus another $15,000 in employer paid benefits for a total compensation of $83,000!

10. City of Inglewood Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station Hundreds of Local Jobs * City Revenue Opportunity * Partnership Athens Services is the Pioneer of Material Recovery Facility Construction and Operation

11. Landfill Avoidance and Capacity Guarantees Athens Guarantees Capacity at our MRF As California raises the bar on diversion, residual and landfills become obsolete. We focus on processing, not landfills. Landfill Avoidance; Athens Existing MRF State-of-the-Art MRF which is the highest diverting MRF for municipal waste in the State! Landfill Avoidance; American Organics High Desert Ability to compost yard waste versus alternative daily cover when Puente Hills closes. Wet/soiled organics and food waste can also be composted.

12. Athens Inglewood Material Recovery Facility Jobs-Jobs-Jobs. Professional, Managerial and Labor Opportunity for General Fund Revenue and Partnerships. 180-350 potential positions. Landfill The Last Resort Athens collects over 5,000 tons daily and all landfills desire our long term commitment We have a commitment from Chiquita Landfill for Inglewood's ultimate disposal for term of the Agreement. Landfill Avoidance and Capacity Guarantees

13. The MOST Experience in City Transitions The Happiest Employees in the Business Detailed Plan - Sensitive to Unique Community Needs Significant Public Outreach, Advertising, and Direct Contact Excellent City Staff Relations We will make it a Positive Community Experience - Ask Our Customers! Success In Transitioning Services

14. We Are Here For Our Customers All Calls Answered by one of our Customer Service Professionals Directly. NUASIS System- All calls logged to facilitate seamless follow-through. Nextel Dispatched Communications Personal Contact Numbers of all Key Personnel 53 Years of Experience in Honing Excellence in Customer Service We Set the Industry Standard in Customer Service!

15. In Our 53-Year History We’ve Never Defaulted! Our References Tell the Story! Most Important Assurance- Our Reputation as an Industry Leader Our contracted Cities are extremely satisfied with our services and regularly extend our contracts because we have been providing the highest service, the highest diversion, at the lowest possible cost. Long-Term Relationship History

16. “I can’t believe that the lowest bidder can be such a First-Class company.” (regarding transition of services) - Michael Pisani Deputy Director of General Services City of Newport Beach

17. Family Owned and Operated- Big enough to handle all of Inglewood’s waste collection and recycling needs- Small enough to be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year! Great Customer Service- Unparalleled service consisting of state-of-the- world technology staffed by experienced, professional Athens family members. Experts in Transitioning Services - We believe in making first and lasting impressions; our trained staff is trained to handle flawless transition of services in and out of the field. Local Office and Local Jobs- We guarantee to recruit and employee Inglewood residents first! Commitment to the Community- We are a “soft-touch” for events and issues important to citizens, schools and businesses. Innovative Forward Thinking- Will ensure Inglewood enjoys a stable, effective and affordable waste collection and recycling program well into the future. Great Rates- Inglewood will enjoy stable, effective and affordable waste collection and recycling service at incredibly low rates- GUARANTEED! Why Athens Services?