Hey, I’m glad you spotted that gap, but let’s double‑check a few things. First, the ordinance’s Section 4.3 limits any automation to “non‑intrusive” methods that don’t alter the waste stream’s segregation integrity; it specifically calls out “automated sensor‑driven sorting” as “potentially exempt” only if it’s certified by the state waste agency. So if your tweak uses a new sensor algorithm, you’ll need that certification before you start shaving hours off the line. Second, the fine print in Clause 7.1 says any algorithm that changes the sorting order must be documented and approved by the municipal board within 60 days of implementation. If you skip that, you risk a compliance audit and possible penalties. Finally, remember the risk of greenwashing: if the board sees this as a “tech upgrade” without solid documentation, they’ll flag it. So I’d suggest you draft a detailed compliance memo, get the sensor certification, and present the board with a clear risk‑benefit analysis. That way you stay on the chessboard, keep the ethics in check, and still get those extra hours you’re after.