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WASTE MANAGEMENT BIDS FOND ALOHA TO PAUL BURNS

Transition Welcomes Long Time Landfill Expert Jappert

Kapolei, Hawaii - July 23, 2007 - Waste Management announced today that Paul Burns, general manager for Waste Management of Hawaii, will be leaving at the end of July, with his wife and son, to care for his ailing father in Maine. He has accepted a position with Waste Management's subsidiary Wheelabrator, located close to his father.

"It was a difficult decision for me to leave Hawaii, but I have to be there for my dad and my family right now," said Burns. "I'm confident that Dave Jappert, who has more than 20 years experience in the industry, is the best choice to take charge at Waimanalo Gulch and our other landfill operations statewide. We'll be working very closely over the next month transitioning operations to ensure a smooth changeover."

Burns will be replaced by Dave Jappert, who has worked on highly complex projects involving waste disposal, transfer, collection and recycling throughout the West, including Arizona, California and Oregon.

Jappert comes to Hawaii from his position as the director of operations for Waste Management's Los Angeles Market Area where he was responsible for three collection companies, three landfills and one transfer station serving the City and County of Los Angeles. In addition, the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) has certified Jappert for manager of landfill operations and of integrated waste management systems. He will reside in Ewa Beach with his wife and 8-year-old child.

"Dave Jappert has a very strong technical background - one of the strongest in the industry," said Larry Metter, Vice President of the Los Angeles Market Area. "Not only is he a great operator, he's worked with communities and elected officials throughout the West. He's a great choice for Hawaii."

To learn more about Waste Management's commitment to the beautification of the islands, visit www.keepinghawaiiclean.com.


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