San Jose Hauler Claims Discrimination with City Contract

California Waste Solutions (CWS) is suing the city of San Jose, claiming that the municipality has unfairly treated the recycling hauler.

Kristina Duong, co-owner and CFO, says the company has been unfairly threatened with contract-ending discussions because they are a minority-owned business.

As contamination continues to be an issue in city recycling bins, CWS says that San Jose has failed to implement education campaigns and other measures to educate residents.

CWS is asking for $34 million in damages and more than $14 million in restitution as a result.

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