SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT. STRATEGY ANNUAL REPORT simcoe.ca

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1 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY ANNUAL REPORT simcoe.ca

2 CONTENTS 1 Summary 2 Introduction 3 Results of Key Initiatives Scheduled for Implement Further Restrictions on Curbside Garbage 3.2 Release New Curbside Collections Request for Proposal 3.3 Develop Uniform Level of Collection Services 3.4 Begin Process to Develop Organics Processing Capacity within the County 3.5 Review Council Position on Waste Export 3.6 Establishment of a Per Capita Waste Reduction Target 3.7 Increased Blue Box Capacity and Expansion of Blue Box Program 3.8 Develop and Promote Re-Use Guide (Recyclelinks) 3.9 Enhance Existing Waste Diversion Depot Program 3.10 Complete a Staffi ng Level Assessment 3.11 Investigation of Existing Public, Open Space and Special Events Recycling 3.12 Progress Towards Diversion Targets 4 General Performance 5 Summary of Projects Scheduled for Appendices Appendix A - Implementation Schedule Appendix B - Summary of 2011 Tasks How to Reach Us Inside back cover

3 SUMMARY In 2009, the County of Simcoe began to develop a Solid Waste Management Strategy to provide the framework for both short-term and long-term waste disposal options and diversion programs for the next 20 years. The Strategy was approved by County Council in June Year 1 of the Strategy, 2011, included an implementation schedule with 49 projects specifi cally identifi ed for development. Year 1 of the Strategy centered on implementing signifi cant changes to the curbside collection program with an overall focus on increased diversion through a variety of initiatives. Looking forward, year 2 of the Strategy includes 47 tasks for development during 2012, including work centered on facilities development for organics processing, waste and recyclables transfer and consideration of re-use centre(s). The Strategy determined a reasonable diversion target of 71% to be achieved by As a baseline, the County s 2010 Waste Diversion Ontario (WDO) waste diversion rate was 58.4%. The Strategy recommended provision of an annual report which would outline the status of tasks recommended in the previous year and would summarize the tasks for development during the following year. This document fulfi lls this recommendation and will be provided to County Council, made available on the County s website and at various locations and events throughout the County. Read our Waste Strategy at wastestrategy.simcoe.ca 1

4 INTRODUCTION In 2009, the County of Simcoe retained Stantec Consulting to undertake development of a Solid Waste Management Strategy (Strategy) to provide the framework of both shortterm and long-term waste disposal and diversion programs for the next 20 years. The development process included the examination of the existing system and policies, current programs and data, population and growth. Further, the Strategy explored combinations of programs, technologies and techniques for integration into the future waste management system while consideration was given to local needs and circumstances, potential impacts to economic, environmental and social factors. The Strategy was intended to identify potential solutions and make recommendations, establish a planning framework and strategic direction for the future. The Strategy was approved by County Council in June Each year of the Strategy is broken down into a series of projects and tasks; each task and/ or project coming out of the Strategy is subject to Council approval. Year 1 of the Strategy, 2011, included an implementation schedule with 49 projects specifi cally identifi ed for development. For a full outline of 2011 projects, see Appendix A. In addition, there were many other smaller components of the Strategy not specifi cally included in the implementation schedule. Year 1 of the Strategy centered on implementing signifi cant changes to the curbside collection program with an overall focus on increased diversion. 2

5 INTRODUCTION Some of the main tasks outlined for development in Year 1 were: Implement further restrictions on curbside garbage with a Pay-As-You- Throw program recommended by the Strategy Release new County wide Request for Proposal for curbside collection of garbage, organics and recycling Develop a uniform level of collection services Begin process to develop organics processing capacity within the County Review Council position on waste import/export Review the 2010 waste audit results and determine a realistic per capita waste reduction target Review results of 2010 waste audit and determine viability of increasing curbside recycling container capacity Enhance existing waste diversion depot program Conduct a staffi ng level assessment Complete a review of all re-use activities in the County Investigation of current activities and determine need for public and open space recycling program and special events recycling program, and Determine progress towards diversion targets. 3

6 RESULTS OF KEY INITIATIVES SCHEDULED FOR 2011 The County continues to work towards achieving the diversion goals as set out in the Strategy. A table providing a detailed summary and status of the 49 tasks scheduled for implementation in 2011 is included as Appendix B. The following is a summary of the status of some of the main tasks and successfully implemented programs added in Implement Further Restrictions on Curbside Garbage The Strategy recommended further restrictions on curbside garbage be implemented in order for the County to continue to drive necessary waste reduction and to increase participation and capture rates in the blue box and green bin programs. The Strategy identifi ed the following options for consideration: Pay-As-You-Throw Fixed one bag limit (no optional bag tags) Signifi cantly increase bag tag cost Bi-weekly curbside garbage collection Clear bags for curbside garbage The option to increase the bag tag cost was selected. Therefore, the price of a bag tag for additional garbage over the one bag per week limit was increased from $2 each to $3 each effective January 1, Release New Curbside Collections Request for Proposal The Strategy indicated a single Countywide collection contract for curbside collection of garbage, recyclable and organic materials would facilitate certain effi ciencies and generally result in lower service costs. The Curbside Waste Collection RFP was released in late November It will allow proponents to bid on the County as a whole or in one or more of its current four collection zones (North, South, East and West). 4

7 RESULTS OF KEY INITIATIVES SCHEDULED FOR 2011 Develop Uniform Level of Collection Services The Strategy recommended the County transition to a truly uniform level of collection service, specifi cally with respect to seasonal areas and special collection services. The Strategy recommended: Provision of a common minimum level of leaf and yard waste collection Provision of Christmas tree collection across the County Phasing out of bulky collections, with the phasing in of enhanced depot services and new opportunities for reuse Phasing out of metal collection with the removal of the tipping fee for metals County Council considered uniform collection services, and beginning in spring 2013, a standardized curbside collection service including uniformity in residential, seasonal and Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (IC&I) sectors. Special collection services will also be improved and standardized across the County in the spring of Begin Process to Develop Organics Processing Capacity within the County The Strategy recommended the County assess development of a Centralized Composting Facility (CCF) for the longterm processing of organics. The Strategy also recommended the County explore various technology options, including those that could handle the addition of more organics to the program (i.e. pet waste and diapers), that economies of scale be explored with the inclusion of the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia s materials, and that an allowance in capacity for the processing of IC&I materials be considered. The County retained the services of a consulting fi rm in late 2011 to aid in technology and siting assessments for a CCF as well as to provide assistance in the development of procurement documents to source a vendor which are to occur by Years 5 and 6 of the Strategy. 5

8 RESULTS OF KEY INITIATIVES SCHEDULED FOR 2011 Review Council Position on Waste Export The Strategy recommended the County reconsider its existing no waste import/ export position in order to allow the export of a portion of the County s garbage to lengthen the lifespan of the current operating landfi ll sites while longer-term options for garbage disposal/ processing are explored. In addition, securing both short-term and long-term disposal capacity was recommended so the County would not be dependent upon a single method or site for disposal. The short-term vision for garbage disposal in the County consisted of two concurrent approaches, being the continued use and modifi cation of currently operating landfi lls while pursuing residual disposal/processing capacity outside of the County. The direction with respect to waste import/export was revisited in 2011 and the County will begin the process to secure short-term export opportunities early in This short-term solution will allow the County to preserve its existing landfi ll space while considering long-term alternatives for waste management. Establishment of a Per Capita Waste Reduction Target The Strategy recommended the County review results from the 2010 comprehensive waste audit and determine a realistic per capita waste reduction target. The Strategy noted that waste reduction is signifi cantly more diffi cult to achieve than waste diversion as it requires a change in attitudes away from consumerism and a disposable/ convenience culture. Council approved a minimum 1% annual waste reduction target in February As a result, a number of promotional materials were developed to encourage waste reduction among residents such as Watch Your Wasteline tips in the 2011 waste management calendar and the spring 2011 advertorial, Reduce your Footprint re-usable shopping bags, and an interactive activity in the Mobile Education Unit dedicated to making the best choices at point of purchase. 6

9 RESULTS OF KEY INITIATIVES SCHEDULED FOR 2011 Increased Blue Box Capacity and Expansion of Blue Box Program The Strategy recommended a review of 2010 waste audit results be completed in order to determine the viability of increasing recycling container capacity. The Blue Box Program Enhancement and Best Practices Assessment Project states if suffi cient container capacity is not provided to match the set out volume and frequency of collection, there is the potential for additional recyclables entering the waste stream. Based on the review of audit participation data, it was determined that there is a need for a larger recycling box for the containers stream. In addition, signifi cant market development has occurred recently with respect to some plastic materials and, as a result, an expansion to the County s blue box program was approved, which will also require additional blue box capacity. The expansion of the recycling program will be implemented concurrent with the distribution of the larger recycling boxes in the spring of 2012 such that Continuous Improvement Fund (CIF) funding can be attained to offset the cost of the larger blue boxes. Develop and Promote Re-Use Guide (Recyclelinks) The Strategy recommended the development and promotion of a re-use guide for County residents. The feasibility of this recommendation was assessed and it was concluded that developing and maintaining an accurate re-use guide would require a signifi cant amount of resources to maintain on an ongoing basis. As an alternative, a new webpage was developed that would direct County residents to existing re-use opportunities through website links. Recyclelinks@ simcoe.ca was launched in September

10 RESULTS OF KEY INITIATIVES SCHEDULED FOR 2011 Enhance Existing Waste Diversion Depot Program The Strategy indicated the County s diversion depot facilities are well operated with a broad range of materials being diverted from disposal. A number of enhancements were implemented in 2011, including improved accessibility to Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) services through development of a new full-time HHW facility located at the West Gwillimbury Transfer Station Site 16. The Strategy also recommended the County initiate a textile collection program in A report outlining a variety of textile diversion options was presented to County Council in March 2011, which resulted in the implementation of a textile collection program at each of the County waste management facilities, which was offi cially launched on November 1, Materials accepted include: Reusable clothing Shoes (pairs) Gently used linens and towels Accessories such as hats and handbags Complete a Staffing Level Assessment The Strategy recommended a staffi ng level assessment be conducted for the Solid Waste Management Department in order to determine if increased staffi ng was needed to ensure the effective use of waste management facilities and diversion initiatives. The County retained the services of a consulting fi rm in late 2011 to conduct the staffi ng level assessment with results anticipated in early

11 RESULTS OF KEY INITIATIVES SCHEDULED FOR 2011 Investigation of Existing Public, Open Space and Special Events Recycling The Strategy recommended that within Year 1 or 2 of its implementation, the County investigate the current level of both public and open space recycling, as well as special event diversion and the need for expansion of current efforts. The Strategy noted, should the County determine the development of a Countywide public open space waste diversion program is viable, a feasibility study be completed in partnership with one or more local member municipalities and that it occur in Years 3 and 4. The County will be completing a feasibility study in 2012 for the public and open space recycling program that will include arena, park and downtown test areas with one or more partner municipalities. Also, based on analysis of data from a 2010 special events recycling pilot, the County will make several enhancements in order to improve diversion such as designated sorting stations, signage and training manuals for event coordinators. Progress Towards Diversion Targets The Strategy determined a reasonable diversion target of 71% to be achieved by The County s waste diversion program has been successful in reducing the amount of garbage requiring disposal through curbside blue box and green bin diversion programs and through the continuous expansion of facilities based diversion programs. The County s diversion rate has improved signifi cantly over the past several years. In 2010, the County was ranked 2nd in Ontario for waste diversion for the second year in a row. Year Diversion Rate Ranking % 75th out of 201 Ontario Municipalities % 42nd out of 206 Ontario Municipalities % 14th out of 216 Ontario Municipalities % 2nd out of 216 Ontario Municipalities % 2nd out of 223 Ontario Municipalities 9

12 GENERAL PERFORMANCE The Strategy recommended, as part of the annual reporting process, the County take the opportunity to report to residents the general performance as well as areas where the County and residents may need to improve performance collectively. The County has seen signifi cant improvements in diversion rates over the past several years, with the most noticeable increase occurring between 2008 and 2009, which can be attributed in large part to the introduction of the green bin program. However, results from recent waste audits show approximately 50% of available curbside organics are still going to County landfi lls as garbage. In 2012, the County will improve the curbside recycling program for residents, through the addition of new materials in the containers stream, but the area with the greatest opportunity for increased waste diversion continues to be improved participation in the green bin program. County residents are already doing a good job at diverting their waste but there is still room for improvement, and there is still material in the garbage stream that can be diverted from landfi ll. The County will continue to improve its public outreach through events and promotional materials in Success in the long-term will depend on the implementation of many of the recommendations as set out in the Strategy. These recommendations were developed to work together and to create a waste management system focusing on reduction, reuse and recycling methods to achieve its diversion targets. WHAT S LEFT IN OUR GARBAGE? Recent residential waste audits indicate more than 35% of household garbage is comprised of organic materials that could be diverted through the green bin program. Approximately 10% of household garbage is comprised of already acceptable materials. 10.6% Recyclable materials 35.6% Organic materials 6.3% Non-recyclable materials 1.1% Metals (non blue box) 24% Diapers, sanitary and pet waste 0.9% HHW 21.4% Other 10

13 SUMMARY OF PROJECTS SCHEDULED FOR 2012 The Strategy includes an implementation schedule with 47 projects specifi cally identifi ed (see Implementation Schedule in Appendix A) for development in The following is an abbreviated listing of the various projects scheduled for development in 2012: Some of the main tasks outlined for development in Year 2 are: Assessment and development of permanent re-use centre(s) at County facilities Pilot public and open space recycling program Develop mandatory diversion by-law Develop recyclables processing capacity within the County and complete Material Recovery Facility siting Develop organics processing capacity within the County, complete technology review, siting and initiate procurement process to obtain a vendor Develop garbage transfer capabilities Commence procurement process for short-term garbage disposal/processing capacity, review submissions and award export contract Modifi cations to current operating landfi lls Complete Design and Operations (D&O) Report for Site 12 (Sunnidale) and obtain Ministry of the Environment (MOE) approvals Garbage export long-term, issue RFP or Request for Quote (RFQ) for long-term export Consideration of residual garbage processing, assess partnership options for residual garbage processing as they arise, and Determine progress towards diversion targets. 11

14 APPENDIX A IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE

15 Appendix A Implementation Schedule Page 1 of 6 INITIATIVE DIVERSION Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing Enhance Current Reduction and Reuse Programs P&E initiatives to promote reduction and reuse Complete Communications Plan Expand use of New Mobile Education Unit Roll-out New P&E to Promote Zero Waste Ad Campaign to Target Seasonal Waste Generators Implement Other Promotion and Education initiatives Restrictions on curbside garbage set-outs Develop Fee Structure for "Full User Pay" and Get Council Authorization for Implementation Develop Arrangements With Local Retailers for Sale of New Tags Promotion of New User Pay Program, Ensure Clearly Indicate How Fees Will Be Applied Against the Waste Budget Roll-out out "Grace Period" for Residents to Adjust Complete Full User Pay Implementation Establish a Per Capita Waste Reduction Target Review 2010 Waste Audit Results and Determine Realistic Target Based on Waste Profiles Seek Council Endorsement of Target, Initiate P&E Campaign to Focus on Waste Reduction Behaviors Develop Re-Use Centres, Programs and Partnering Initiatives Review, identify, and promote existing re-use options Complete Review of All Re-Use Activities in the County Develop and Promote Re-use Guide Develop and implement pilot re-use events in key supporting communities

16 Appendix A Implementation Schedule Page 2 of 6 Year 1 Year 2 INITIATIVE Ongoing Identify Local Municipal Partners Develop and Implement Pilot Re-Use Event(s) Assess Performance and Determine if Program Should Be Expanded in Year 3 Potential Year 3 Expansion Permanent re-use centre(s) at County facilities Assess Space Available at all County Waste Facilities Develop Conceptual Design(s) and Tender Construction Where Viable Issue Request for Expressions of Interest to Seek Community Partners for Operation of Reuse Centre(s) Complete Construction and Contractual Arrangements for Operation Open and Operate New Re-use Centre(s) Implement Green Procurement Policy for County Facilities Green procurement committee formed, Current initiatives Assessed Develop Enhanced Green Procurement Policy Seek Council Approval of Enhanced Policy and Implement Endorse Extended Producer Responsibility and Waste Minimization Legislation Participate in Review of Enabling Legislation Likely Proposed By MOE in Late 2010 to Implement Recommended Changes to the Waste Diversion Act Actively Participate in Municipal Organizations to Endorse EPR in a Form that Best Reflects Municipal Interests Enhance Existing Waste Diversion Depot Program Develop Separate Bulky Goods Drop-Off Areas Install and Maintain Textile Drop-off Bins at Existing Facilities Review Operations and Staffing Levels Complete Best Practices Review and Cost- Benefit Assessment of Developing New Depot at New Centralized Facility

17 Appendix A Implementation Schedule Page 3 of 6 Year 1 Year 2 INITIATIVE Ongoing Develop Additional Depots at any New Diversion or Centralized Facilities Clear Garbage Bag Program Consider Based on Existing Diversion Program Performance Complete Pilot Study County-Wide Promotion in Advance of Program Implementation Implement Clear Bag Program Increase Recycling Container Capacity Review Results of 2010 Waste Audit and Determine Viability of Increasing Recycling Container Capacity Produce and Release Tender Document for Fabrication and Distribution of Containers County-Wide Promotion and Education Concerning New Containers Implement Usage of Larger Recycling Containers Bi-Weekly Garbage Collection Determine Feasibility of Expansion of Organics Program Develop Provisions for Bi-Weekly Garbage Collection for Collection Contract after next County-Wide Promotion and Education Concerning Move to Bi-Weekly Collection Enhanced Advertising, Promotion, and Education Hire a Dedicated Promotion and Education Coordinator Increase Promotion and Education Funding Levels and Develop and Implement Annual Communications Plans Public Open Space Recycling Program Investigation of Current Activities, Determine Need for Expansion Pilot Expansion in One or More Municipalities Implement Across County Special Events Recycling Program Investigation of Current Activities, Determine Need for Expansion Pilot Expansion in One or More Municipalities Implement Across County Examine Diversion of IC&I Materials

18 Appendix A Implementation Schedule Page 4 of 6 Year 1 Year 2 INITIATIVE Ongoing Expand Diversion Services for Target IC&I Generators (Hospitals etc.) Investigate and then Potentially Implement Uniform Level of Curbside Diversion Service for IC&I Generators Ban Disposal of IC&I Materials at County Facilities by Means of Mandatory Diversion Bylaw Provision of Processing Capacity for IC&I Materials at Facilities Developed within the County Mandatory Diversion By-law Investigation of successful by-laws in Ontario municipalities Mandatory Diversion Target: Easy to Divert Materials (Paper Fibres, Glass, Metals etc.) expand By-law to Target All Divertible Materials Initiative Processing of Recyclables Outside of Simcoe County Release New Collection RFP with Provisions for Curbside Collection and Hauling to Outside Facility; Alternatively the County Could Retain Responsibility for Transfer Review RFP, Determine Preferred Bidder, Award Contract New Collection Contract (including recycling) Starts Release Processing RFP that Contains Provisions for 3 Year Term with Option to Renew for Additional 1 or 2 Years Review Processing RFP, Determine Preferred Bidder, Award Contract New Processing Contract Begins Potential Upgrades to Existing Transfer Facilities (RFP Release, Evaluation, Commissioning) Develop Recyclables Processing Capacity Within the County (new MRF) Discuss Feasibility of Developing MRF with Barrie and Orillia Develop RFP, Evaluate Bidders, Award Contract Complete MRF Siting Complete MRF Approvals and Permitting Building and Commissioning of MRF RECYCLING Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing Initiative Processing of Organics Outside of Simcoe County Hold Discussions with Hamilton to Determine Processing Arrangements COMPOSTING Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing

19 Appendix A Implementation Schedule Page 5 of 6 INITIATIVE Seek Alternative Short Term Capacity through RFQ/RFP if Hamilton not Viable Option Develop Organics Processing Capacity within the County (new CCF) Develop and Release REOI or RFQ Pending Results of REOI or RFQ, Hold Discussions with Barrie and Orillia to Determine CCF Scale Develop and DBO RFP, Evaluate Bidders, Award Contract Complete CCF Siting Complete CCF Approvals and Permitting Building and Commissioning of CCF Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing Initiative Collection Contract for (July 2012 to June 2017) Release New Collection RFP for Waste, Organics and Recycling Collection Review RFP, Determine Preferred Bidder, Award Contract New Collection Contract Starts Transition to Uniform Collection Service Expand diversion service to Seasonal Units Common minimum level of leaf and yard waste collection Christmas tree collection in areas with urban density Potential phasing out of bulky goods and phasing in of enhanced depot services Phasing out of metals collection; remove tipping fee for drop-off of metals at depots Next Collection Contract (July 2017 Start) Release New Collection RFP for Waste, Organics and Recycling Collection Review RFP, Determine Preferred Bidder, Award Contract New Collection Contract Starts Potential Shift to Bi-weekly Garbage Collection Potential Shift to Single Stream Recycling COLLECTIONS Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing Initiative Final Determination of Short-term Transfer Requirements Complete engineering review of Sites 10, 11, 13 and NS MRF to determine suitability for Transtor development Collection RFP Review, Determine Preferred Bidder, Award Contract, determine if recyclables transfer in or out Garbage Export RFP, Review submissions, Award Export Contract, determine quantity of garbage and sources of garbage for transfer Determine the number and location of Transfer Units required Develop Short-term Transfer System Issue and award tender for transfer units and transfer trailers TRANSFER Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing

20 Appendix A Implementation Schedule Page 6 of 6 INITIATIVE Apply and obtain approvals for transfer facility development from the MOE Site grading and other associated works Transfer Unit Installation New Transfer Operations Begin Longer term Transfer System Review potential longer term transfer requirements, based on status of processing capacity development and export capacity Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing Initiative Modifications to Current Operating Landfills Completion of Annual Landfill Surveys to Assess Remaining Capacity at Current Operating Landfills GARBAGE DISPOSAL Year 1 Year 2 Ongoing Assess staffing levels, determine if additional staff needed to support separation of materials and enforcement of Mandatory Diversion Bylaw/Landfill Ban Bid/Tender for Grinding System for Bulky Wastes Install Grinding System at Collingwood Landfill Garbage Export Short Term Review Council Position on Waste Import/Export Develop and Issue RFP/RFQ for Short-Term Export of Garbage to Site Outside of County Review submissions, Award Export Contract Ensure Transfer Arrangements are in Place, Initiate Transfer of Curbside Collected Garbage Complete Approvals (Design and Operations Plans) for Sites 9,12 Obtain MOE Approvals for D&O Report for Site 9 Complete D&O Report for Site 12, Obtain MOE Approvals First Point of Consideration of Need to Develop Sites 9 or 12 Garbage Export Long Term Issue RFP or RFQ for Long-Term Export Consideration of Residual Garbage Processing Assess partnership options for Residual Garbage processing as they arise Determine Progress Towards Diversion Targets Potential Timeframe for Issuance of REOI/RFP for Processing based on options and diversion progress

21 APPENDIX B SUMMARY OF 2011 TASKS

22 DIVERSION INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS P&E initiatives to promote reduction and re-use Complete communications plan Complete Completed in February Expand use of new mobile Ongoing The Mobile Education Unit (MEU) was launched in April education unit Roll-out new P&E to promote zero waste Ad campaign to target seasonal waste generators Ongoing Not Completed During the remainder of 2011 the MEU visited 21 schools and events, and reached 5,521 individuals. Zero waste promotion initiatives in 2011 included: Watch your Wasteline Reduce your footprint MEU - Green Grocery activity Due to the Canada Post strike in early summer and delays with respect to Pay-As-You-Throw direction, this task was postponed to Implement other P&E initiatives Some of the P&E initiatives completed in 2011: Establish a per capita waste reduction target Review 2010 waste audit results and determine realistic target based on waste profiles Seek council endorsement of target and initiate P&E campaign to focus on waste reduction behaviours Ongoing Complete Completed in January Complete Radio campaign targeting use of green bins Direct mail out card for Recyclinks initiative Magazine ads Series of newspaper ads for waste reduction week, blue bin program and green bin program Item CS was approved by Council through Resolution No Minimum 1% per capita waste reduction target annually was set. Major initiative to accomplish reduction target, Pay-As-You-Throw, not endorsed by Council; therefore, achieving target may be unattainable with remaining P&E tools alone. The 2011 promotion and education campaigns for this initiative include: Watch your Wasteline Reduce your footprint (2011/2012) MEU - Green Grocery activity

23 DIVERSION INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS Review, identify and promote existing re-use options Complete review of all re-use Complete Completed in March activities in the County Develop and promote re-use guide Item CS was approved by Council through Corporate Services Committee recommendation CS Direction to Complete implement the recyclelinks webpage to facilitate access to existing reuse and waste diversion organizations. Recyclinks webpage was launched in October and had 3,621 site visits by December 31. Implement Green Procurement Policy for County facilities Green procurement committee formed, current initiatives assessed Complete The Procurement, Fleet & Property department completed an update of the Procurement Policy, which included a Green Procurement Guideline. Endorse Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Waste Minimization Legislation Participate in review of enabling legislation likely proposed by MOE in late 2010 to implement recommended changes to the Waste Diversion Act Actively participate in municipal organizations to endorse Extended Producer Responsibility in a form that best reflects municipal interests Ongoing Per Item CO the proposed changes to the WDA were not introduced to the legislature in 2010 as anticipated, and as a result of the summer 2010 Eco fees concerns and subsequent Provincial election no further action has been taken by the Province. As Provincial direction is provided we will participate actively. Ongoing Resolution No from Item CS directed the County to petition the Province to take a lead role with respect to Extended Producer Responsibility. A letter was sent by the Warden to the Ministry of the Environment s Waste Management Policy Branch and the Premier of Ontario on July 29, Further, the County, as well as Solid Waste department staff, actively participates in municipal organizations, which continue to endorse Extended Producer Responsibility including Ontario Waste Management Association, Municipal Waste Association and Association of Municipalities of Ontario.

24 DIVERSION INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS Enhance existing waste diversion depot program Develop separate bulky goods Diversion areas are established at County waste facilities with drop-off areas ongoing efforts to screen and maximize diversion with remaining Complete bulky material being re-directed to Collingwood Site 2 for disposal. Install and maintain textile drop-off Item CS was approved by Council through Bill No. 35 bins at existing facilities Textile drop-off bins were installed at all County waste facilities Complete in November Review operations and staffing levels Review results of 2010 waste audit and determine viability of increasing recycling container capacity Produce and release tender document for fabrication and distribution of containers The County contracted the services of a consultant to complete the assessment, which is in progress. Results are expected early in In progress A review was completed in February Complete Complete Item CS was approved by Council through Resolution No Procurement of larger blue boxes was completed utilizing the approved procurement process and through the Continuous Improvement Fund. Enhanced advertising, promotion and education Hire a dedicated Promotion and Complete The Promotion and Education Co-ordinator began in the new Education Co-ordinator position in January 2011.

25 DIVERSION INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS Increase promotion and education funding levels and develop and implement annual communications Ongoing plans Public open space recycling program Investigation of current activities, determine need for expansion Special events recycling program Investigation of current activities, determine need for expansion Examine diversion of IC&I materials Expand diversion services for target IC&I generators Mandatory diversion by-law Investigation of successful by-laws in Ontario municipalities Complete Complete In progress Complete Through the 2011 budget process promotion and education funding levels were increased and annual communication plans developed. Investigation completed. Item CS was approved by Council in November authorizing a pilot program. Investigation completed. Item CS was approved by Council in November authorizing an extension and enhancements to the existing pilot program. Item CS was approved by Council through Resolution No Implementation in progress. Investigation completed throughout Development of County diversion by-law to be phased in over Years 2 and 3 that will target easy to divert materials expanding to a by-law which includes all divertible materials to be in place by Years 4 and 5.

26 RECYCLING COMPOSTING INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS Processing of recyclables outside of Simcoe County Release new collection RFP with Complete/ RFP was released in April and subsequently provisions for curbside collection Rescinded rescinded due to Resolution No In October, Item and hauling to outside facility; CS was approved by Council through Resolution alternatively the County could 300 and the RFP was amended and re-released as RFP retain responsibility for transfer Complete 082 Curbside Waste Collection in November Review RFP, determine preferred bidder, award contract Release processing RFP that contains provisions for 3-year term with option to renew for additional 1 or 2 years Review processing RFP, determine preferred bidder, award contract Potential upgrades to existing transfer facilities (RFP release, evaluation, commissioning) Delayed due to Resolution No Delayed Delayed Delayed Complete Delayed due to potential changes in curbside collection methods, such as single-stream recycling, was required as a result of Resolution No The County contracted the services of a consultant to complete the engineering review, which is in progress. Results are expected early in Review was completed by the County and the Continuous Improvement Fund with a single transfer point identified as being most efficient. The County contracted the services of a consultant to complete the engineering review which is progress. Results are expected early in Processing organics outside of Simcoe County Hold discussions with Hamilton to Ongoing Discussions with the City of Hamilton and AIM are ongoing. determine processing arrangements Response is anticipated in early Seek alternative short term capacity through RFQ/RFP if Hamilton not viable option Delayed Pending results of ongoing discussion with the City of Hamilton and AIM.

27 COMPOSTING COLLECTIONS TRANSFER INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS Develop organics processing capacity within the County (new Central Composting Facility (CCF)) Develop and release REOI or RFQ The County contracted the services of a consultant to assist with development of the CCF. At the consultant s recommendation, a REOI will not be completed prior to the Ongoing technology review and facility site selection process. Pending results of RFQ, hold discussions with Barrie and Orillia to determine CCF scale Complete Complete CCF Siting To be completed by consultant in Collection Contract for July 2012 to June 2017 Release new collection RFP for waste, organics and recycling collection In Progress Complete/ Rescinded Complete Review RFP, determine preferred bidder and award contract Delayed Final determination of short-term transfer requirements Complete engineering reviews of Sites 10, 11 and 13 and NS MRF to determine suitability for Transtor development In progress Discussions were held with staff from the City of Barrie and Orillia in the fall of 2011 to seek interest in the potential for utilization of the facility. Both cities expressed interest but could not make commitments at this time. RFP was released in April and subsequently rescinded due to Resolution No In October, Item CS was approved by Council through Resolution and the RFP was amended and re-released as RFP Curbside Waste Collection in November Delayed due to Resolution No Anticipate review process and award to be completed early in Review was completed by the County and a single transfer point was identified as being most efficient. The County contracted the services of a consultant to complete the engineering review which is in progress. Results are expected early in 2012.

28 TRANSFER GARBAGE DISPOSAL INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS Complete/ Rescinded Collection RFP review, determine preferred bidder, award contract, determine if recyclables transfer in or out Garbage export RFP, review submissions, award export contract, determine quantity of garbage and sources of garbage for transfer Complete Delayed RFP was released in April and subsequently rescinded due to Resolution No In October, Item CS was approved by Council through Resolution and the RFP was amended and re-released as RFP Curbside Waste Collection in November Recommendations made in Item CS to proceed with a procurement process was approved by Council in April through Resolution No ; however, direction was not provided to rescind the no waste import/export policy. In October 2011, Item CS was approved by Council through Resolution No which stated THAT the County's no importexport waste policy be rescinded. It is expected a waste export RFP will be completed in the spring of Modifications to current operating landfills Completion of annual landfill Complete Surveys were completed in November 2011 as scheduled for surveys to assess remaining capacity at current operating landfills the four active landfills in the County. Assess staffing levels, determine if additional staff needed to support separation of materials and enforcement of mandatory diversion by-law/landfill ban Bid/tender for grinding system for bulky wastes Install grinding system at Collingwood landfill In progress In progress In progress The County contracted the services of a consultant to complete the assessment which is progress. Results are expected early in The County contracted the services of a consultant to complete a feasibility assessment and cost-benefit analysis which is in progress. Results are expected early in Pending completion of the feasibility assessment and costbenefit analysis.

29 GARBAGE DISPOSAL INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS Garbage export short term Review council position on waste import/export Develop and issue RFP/RFQ for short-term export of garbage to site outside of County Delayed Item CS , Item CS and Item CS provided Complete information and/or sought direction to begin the procurement process which would allow the County to export a portion of curbside residential waste. Delayed Recommendations made in Item CS to proceed with a procurement process was approved by Council in April through Resolution No ; however, direction was not provided to rescind the no waste import/export policy. In October 2011, Item CS was approved by Council through Resolution No which stated THAT the County's no import-export waste policy be rescinded. It is expected a waste export RFP will be completed in the spring of Review submissions, award export Completion of this initiative was delayed due to Resolution No. contract Delayed Complete approvals (Design and Operations Plans) for Sites 9 and 12 Obtain MOE approvals for D&O Report for Site 9 Ongoing The County has focused the budget and attention for 2011 and 2012 on preparing the Design and Operations report for Site 12 as it offers significantly more disposal capacity than Site 9.

30 GARBAGE DISPOSAL INITIATIVE SCHEDULE STATUS NOTES/COMMENTS In progress Complete D&O Report for Site 12, obtain MOE approvals Consideration of residual garbage processing Assess partnership options for residual garbage processing as they arise Determine progress towards diversion targets It is anticipated the Design and Operations Report will be submitted to the MOE early in Ongoing This initiative is ongoing, various processes and partnership opportunities were investigated during Complete Simcoe County s diversion rate for 2010 was 58.42%, the 2 nd highest diversion rate reported in 2010 out of 223 municipalities which complete the WDO standardized reporting tool. For reference, the County s short-term diversion target is 70%.

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