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M22519-P92584 You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company. This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www.proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side). We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting. REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. *** Exercise Your Right to Vote *** Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Shareholder Meeting to Be Held on May 13, 2010. REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. ATTN: INVESTOR RELATIONS 18500 NORTH ALLIED WAY PHOENIX, AZ 85054 Meeting Information Meeting Type: Annual Meeting For holders as of: March 16, 2010 Date: May 13, 2010 Time: 10:30 A.M. Location: Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains 16770 N. Perimeter Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85260 See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.

 

M22520-P92584 Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE: NOTICE AND PROXY STATEMENT ANNUAL REPORT FORM 10-K Before You Vote How to Access the Proxy Materials How To Vote Please Choose One of the Following Voting Methods Vote In Person: Many shareholder meetings have attendance requirements including, but not limited to, the possession of an attendance ticket issued by the entity holding the meeting. Please check the meeting materials for any special requirements for meeting attendance. At the Meeting you will need to request a ballot to vote these shares. Vote By Internet: To vote now by Internet, go to www.proxyvote.com. Have the 12-Digit Control Number available and follow the instructions. Vote By Mail: You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a proxy card. Requests, instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. Please make the request as instructed above on or before April 29, 2010 to facilitate timely delivery. How to View Online: Have the 12-Digit Control Number available (located on the following page) and visit: www.proxyvote.com. How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy: If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request: 1) BY INTERNET: www.proxyvote.com 2) BY TELEPHONE: 1-800-579-1639 3) BY E-MAIL*: sendmaterial@proxyvote.com * If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the 12-Digit Control Number (located on the following page) in the subject line.

 

Voting Items 1a. James E. O’Connor 1. Election of Directors Nominees: The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposals: 1b. John W. Croghan 1c. James W. Crownover 1d. William J. Flynn 1e. David I. Foley 1f. Michael Larson 1g. Nolan Lehmann 1h. W. Lee Nutter 1i. Ramon A. Rodriguez 1j. Allan C. Sorensen 1k. John M. Trani 1l. Michael W. Wickham 2. Ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent public accountants for 2010 3. Stockholder proposal regarding political contributions and expenditures The Board of Directors recommends you vote AGAINST the following proposal: M22521-P92584 NOTE: In the discretion of the Proxies named therein, the Proxies are authorized to vote upon such other matters as may properly come before the meeting (or any adjournment or postponement thereof). M22522-P92584