Lawrence employee named in Waste360’s 40 under 40

Lawrence’s solid waste manager was named among the top 40 contributors to the waste and recycling industry under age 40.

Waste360, which provides resources and news to those in the industry, announced Monday that Kathy Richardson was on its list recognizing “inspiring and innovative” professionals.

In 2014, Richardson helped implement a citywide, single-stream curbside recycling program called “Curb it with Blue” that most Lawrence residents have opted into.

Among those on the list are an EPA employee, statewide waste officials, heads of private waste consulting companies and waste managers from San Francisco, Austin and New York City.

Waste360 will profile each winner, including Richardson, on its website in coming months.