Some readings on the topic:
Them take a look at the workshop materials offered by the Institute for Sustainable Communities.
Finally, browse the podcasts and presentation slides in the Sustainable Materials Management Webinar Series provided by the National Recycling Coalition.
Consider the topics covered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle e.g. What You Can Do: In the Community.
The EPA has a separate section focused on eCycling or electronics recycling, and another site for Sustainability. There is also a competitive grant program called Community Action for a Renewed Environment (CARE).