There are no new user fees for participants of this service. The City of Columbus has established a public-private partnership with community businesses and organizations to help fund the launch of the service. Private businesses and organizations have agreed to provide the initial capital necessary to fund the 96-gallon recycling toters and the automated truck. The remaining expenses (1-2 full time employees, fuel and costs for disposal) will be funded through the city budget. The service will be sustained by the city budget.