Recology history

In 1935, the two collection companies formed Sanitary Fill Company (today known as Recology San Francisco), the first of a number of jointly owned subsidiaries.

My grandfather joined the company after he migrated from Italy in 1956 and was one of the original scavengers with Golden Gate Disposal.

In 1965, as part of a modernization program, Scavenger’s Protective Association changed its name to Golden Gate Disposal & Recycling Company.

Mario Puccinelli began his career at Recology in 1978 as a driver in San Francisco’s Northeast Division, which covered areas such as Chinatown, North Beach, and the Marina District.

In 1983, with aim toward expansion, the company – called Golden Gate Disposal – was reorganized as Norcal Solid Waste Systems.

In 1986, Norcal was sold to its 570 employees and their Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to ensure Norcal’s independence.

In 1987, Norcal purchased Envirocal (formerly Sunset Scavenger). With this merger, Norcal became one of the nation’s 10 largest 100%-employee-owned companies, with a substantial minority representation among its shareholders.

In 2009, Norcal Waste Systems changed its name to Recology Inc. to reflect its commitment to sustainable practices.

Hometown: San Carlos Joined Recology: 2010

Since joining Recology in 2015, Mr.

He joined the Board of Directors at Recology in January 2018.