The Corporation of the City of Kawartha Lakes

Minutes

Waste Strategy Task Force Meeting

Meeting #:2018-02
Date:
Time:
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Location:
William Street Conference Room
Public Works
12 Peel Street, Lindsay, Ontario
Members:
  • Councillor Pat Dunn
  • Councillor Brian S. Junkin, Councillor
  • Councillor Rob Macklem, Councillor
  • Councillor John Pollard
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1.
Call to Order

Councillor Brian Junkin called the meeting to order at 1:04 p.m. Councillors Rob Macklem, John Pollard, Pat Dunn were in attendance. Staff present David Kerr, Shayne Hartin and LeAnn Donnelly.

Absent:

Councillor Stephen Strangway

Angela Porteous

Patricia Wykes

2.
Adoption of Agenda

  • Moved ByCouncillor Pollard
    Seconded ByCouncillor Macklem

    RESOLVED THAT the agenda be adopted as circulated.

    Carried

3.
Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

None

4.
Approval of the Minutes
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1.Waste Strategy Task Force_Jan10_2018.pdf
  • Moved ByCouncillor Macklem
    Seconded ByCouncillor Pollard

    RESOLVED THAT the minutes of the Waste Strategy Task Force meeting held on January 10, 2018 be adopted as circulated.

    Carried

5.
New Business

5.1
Habitat for Humanity Reuse Bin Lindsay (Shayne Hartin)

Discussion on the present process of diverting materials, approximately 1.3 tonnes so far, to the Reuse bin at Lindsay Landfill.  Task force feels it is a beneficial way to give back to community and Habitat for Humanity would like to continue the program. Staff will continue to monitor and evolve program as necessary to match with other existing programs.

  • Moved ByCouncillor Junkin
    Seconded ByCouncillor Pollard

    RESOLVED THAT the Waste Strategy Task Force support the continuation of the Lindsay Ops Landfill Reuse Bin Project in partnership with Habitat for Humanity.

    Carried

5.2
Construction Demolition Program Update (Angela Porteous)

Construction and Demolition program has been put on hold due to the fact that no bids were received in response to the RFQ.  Purchasing department has been contacting companies trying to establish an agreement. The possibility of chipping construction wood was discussed. Discussion involved contracting the chipping out or renting a chipper for landfill staff to use.  Current staffing does not allow for the second option. Task Force requests the staff review the RFQ,ask for feedback from contractors and report back  at the next Waste Strategy Task Force meeting.

  • Moved ByCouncillor Junkin
    Seconded ByCouncillor Macklem

    RESOLVED THAT the report presented by Waste Management Staff be received.

    Carried

5.3
Spring Battery Collection Update (David Kerr)

The 2 year pilot project  resulted in 5000-7000 pounds of batteries being collected curbside in the four collection weeks. Volume of collection at the landfills has not changed significantly during this period. The program's goal is to be as revenue neutral as possible, however a small revenue has been generated. The program has been well received by residents. Task Force requested that staff follow-up and report on financials at the end of the second quarter. 

  • Moved ByCouncillor Pollard
    Seconded ByCouncillor Macklem

    RESOLVED THAT the Waste Strategy Task Force support the staff recommendation to continue the curbside battery collection program spring and fall.

    Carried

5.4
Mattress Recycling (Shayne Hartin)

Staff summarized the status of the Mattress recycling program.  The RFQ is currently in the hands of the purchasing department with the goal of an early April release. Program will pilot at the Lindsay/Ops Landfill. Committee discussed how the mattresses will be processed at the landfill, volume expected and bedbug concerns. Task Force requested an update at next meeting with regards to the RFQ.

  • Moved ByCouncillor Pollard
    Seconded ByCouncillor Macklem

    RESOLVED THAT the update  by Waste Management Staff be received as presented.

    Carried

5.5
Organics Update (David Kerr)

Waste Management staff shared the comments that were submitted to the MOE regarding the new proposed organics legislation. Committee discussed the feasibility of curbside organics but would prefer to meet the expected targets with the current leaf and yard collection as well as expanding  backyard composting. Task force feels that curbside organics would be very costly and difficult for the municipality and requested that staff gather more information on the costs of composters and digesters.

  • Moved ByCouncillor Dunn
    Seconded ByCouncillor Pollard

    RESOLVED THAT the update presented by Waste Management Staff be received.

    Carried

6.
Other New Business

6.1
Round Table

Round table discussion included:

-Members of the public expressed their opinions that the Construction and Demolition program and backyard composters should be encouraged. They felt that green bins for the City would be cost prohibitive.

-It was suggested that more education and promotion is needed for the public regarding current programs. The better informed residents are the more they will comply.

7.
Adjournment

  • Moved ByCouncillor Pollard
    Seconded ByCouncillor Dunn

    RESOLVED THAT the Waste Strategy Task Force meeting adjourn at 2:30.

    Carried
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