Geoff Rathbone, General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services

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1 Public Works & Infrastructure Committee Geoff Rathbone, General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services

2 Introduction Solid Waste Management Services is responsible for: Managing approximately 1 million tonnes of waste annually Collecting, transfer, processing and disposal of municipal waste Managing waste diversion programs Managing household hazardous waste programs Providing transfer station loading services to private sector customers and the Regional Municipality of Peel Disposal services to York Region, City of Guelph, City of St. Thomas and other Municipalities in vicinity of Green Lane Collecting litter from public right-of-ways; and Perpetual Care of 161 closed landfill sites with Technical Services 2

3 SWMS Client Base Approximately 450,000 single unit homes 452,000 multi-unit homes 20,000 small commercial/institutional 6,000 litter/recycle bins / 1,000 Special Events Per Year City Agencies, Boards, Commissions and Divisions Private commercial and industrial waste accepted at Transfer Stations and Landfill 3

4 SWMS Assets - Facilities and Equipment Total Value of Managed Assets - $500 Million 7 Transfer Stations 6 with Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depots Green Lane Landfill 1 Material Recovery Facility (MRF) 1 SSO (Green Bin) Processing Facility 1 Durable Goods Reuse/Recycle Centre 4 Collection Yards and 1 Litter Collection Yard 161 Former Landfills 780 Vehicles/Heavy Equipment 4

5 Services and Programs Program Blue Bin Recycling Green Bin Waste Leaf and Yard Waste White Goods - Large Appliances Durable Goods (e.g. mattress, porcelain and plastics) Electronics HHW Environment Days Collection Bi-weekly Weekly Bi-weekly Bi-weekly, (March-Dec.) Bi-weekly Bi-weekly Bi-weekly Depot and Toxic Taxi (call-in) 44 Drop-off Events- 1/Ward (Spring-Fall) 5

6 2011 Recommended Operating Budget by Service Gross Expenditure (in Millions) Gross Expenditure - $342.6M 6

7 2011 Revenue Sources ($342.6M) WDO Funding $14.7M, 4% Paid Commercial Waste $17.9M, 5% Internal Recoveries & Other $8.0M, 2% Other External Revenue $3.8M, 1% City of Toronto - Waste Fees $39.0M, 12% Sale of Recyclable Materials $19.6M, 6% Volume Based Rate Revenue $239.6M, 70% Includes all Service Level Changes and excludes New and Enhanced 7

8 Staffing Trend Approved Positions Parks 56 FTEs Recom. Key Points: Year 2004: Increase to 24 hour Operations at all Transfer Stations & start of the SSO (Green Bin) Program Year : Continued roll-out out of the SSO Program Year 2006: De-centralization of Program Support, Communications, IT, Finance & Administration Year 2007: Re-Centralization of Program Support, Communications, IT, Finance & Administration Year 2009: Launch of Volume Based User Fee Program One-time temporary staff added Year 2011: Increase of 56 FTEs related to the transfer of the waste & recyclable collection in City parks from Parks & Recreation 8

9 Opportunities & Lifestyle Challenges Printed Paper and Packaging Generation Projection 10-year projected Increase or Decrease Paper -18% Plastics +17% Metal Stable Glass -50% Paper Packaging -13% 9

10 SWMS Mission Mission Statement: To be a leader in providing innovative waste management services to residents, businesses and visitors within the City of Toronto in an efficient, effective and courteous manner, creating environmental sustainability, promoting diversion and maintaining a clean city. 10

11 Path to a 70% Diversion Plan 2001, Council adopts Waste Diversion Task Force goal of 100% diversion by , Council adopts the Multi-Year Business Plan. Established new waste diversion goals of 60% by , David Miller s mayoral platform and mandate includes a 70% diversion goal by , Council adopts the Target 70 Plan 70% diversion by 2010 Utility style funding model 11

12 Target 70 Initiatives Source Separation Initiative (Diversion Gain) 1. Source Reduction Initiatives 2. Green Bin Organics in Apartments/Condos 3. Enforcement Mandatory Diversion By-law 4. Behavioural Change 5. New Materials for Recycling 6. Improved Recycling Capacity 7. Reuse/Disassembly of Durable Goods for Recycling 8. Townhouse Collection 9. Biogas Composting Facility Physical Biological Processing of Mixed Residential Waste 12

13 Target 70 Progress 1. Source Reduction Initiatives In-Store Packaging - 5 charge per shopping bag Prohibit the sale and distribution of bottled water at Civic Centres December 2008 Proposals for source-reduction initiates for hot drink cups take out food packaging on hold pending Waste Diversion Act amendment process 2. Green Bin Organics in Apartments/Condos Over 1,800 buildings invited to participate to date Currently 435 City serviced buildings are on the Green Bin program Representing 20 % of all City Serviced buildings By the end of 2012, this roll-out will be completed 13

14 Target 70 Progress 3. Enforcement Mandatory Diversion By-law Single-family audits show a blue bin participation rate of 94% and a Green Bin participation rate of 87% Currently developing with Municipal Licensing and Standards a compliance program for multi-residential recycling participation and contamination 4. Behavioural Change Financial driver Implemented volume based user pay systems for multi-residential and single family households in

15 Target 70 Progress 5. New Materials for Blue Bin Recycling Added plastic retail bags and foam polystyrene in 2008 Planning to add mixed rigid (Thermoform) plastics 2012 Working on adding all other plastic film, small scrap metal items and hot food and beverage paper containers 6. Improved Recycling Capacity Replaced blue boxes in single family households with larger blue bins (4 sizes) program implemented in 2008 weekly recycling can be implemented as required Provide in-unit containers (bin or bag) to multi-family units, commenced in

16 Target 70 Progress 7. Reuse/Disassembly of Durable Goods for Recycling Durable goods collection started City wide in Material is sent to one City operated reuse centre for sorting and consolidation to increase reuse and recycling Currently recycle for scrap metal, porcelain, clean wood, electronics, mattresses and box springs and large household plastics (e.g. lawn furniture, toys, etc.) Potential recycling markets for carpet Work with charities to co-ordinate advertising (furniture/textiles) 16

17 Target 70 Progress 8. Townhouse Collection Added all 30,000 townhouses to the curbside collection program. Completed conversion in 2009 Eliminated pile collection Recycling participation up 9. Biogas Composting Facility for Mixed Waste 150, ,000 tonnes/yr (tpy) facility being considered (Further details later in presentation.) 17

18 Accomplishments Increased the overall residential diversion to 47% 60% single-family and 20% multi-residential 94% participation in the blue bin and 87% participation in the Green Bin program 50% reduction in plastic retail bag generation in Toronto Reduction in residual waste sent to landfill Currently approximately trucks sent to landfill / day Down from peak of 142 trucks/day in

19 Accomplishments Self-funding program since 2008 Includes self-funded capital for diversion and landfill infrastructure Implemented separate collection of electronic waste at curbside Further greening of the fleet reducing the use of diesel fuel New 75,000 tonnes/year Green Bin processing facility under construction at Disco Transfer Station 19

20 Target 70 Landfill Impact Achievement of Target 70 plan extends landfill life 2026 with no new diversion 2034 with 70% diversion by

21 Disposal 1,800 1,700 1,600 1,500 1,400 1,300 1,200 1,100 1, Tonnes of Waste Disposed (000's) Projected 2011 Estimate Tonnes 1,678 1, The total tonnes of waste being disposed is decreasing with the implementation of various recycling/diversion initiatives. 21

22 Diversion 22 The residential diversion rate will continue the trend upward with the implementation of the volume-based rate structure for single and multi- unit residences as well as other diversion initiatives.

23 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 1. Green Bin Program Processing 2. Biogas Composting Facility 3. Durable Goods Recycling Centre 4. Landfill Improvements 23

24 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 1. Green Bin Processing Currently collect 120,000 tonnes of Green Bin organics annually One-third processed at City s Dufferin Facility remainder at private composting facilities Construction of new capacity facility at Disco Transfer Station Expansion of Dufferin Organics Facility 24

25 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 1. Green Bin Processing SSO tonnage is expected to increase to 160, ,0000 tpy Council direction on SSO processing 2/3 Public Ownership/Contractor Operated (120,000 t) Disco 75,000-90,000 tpy Dufferin 30,000-50,000 tpy 1/3 Private sector owned/operated facility (50,000 t) Current External Contractors 25 4 private contractors throughout Ontario

26 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction Green Bin Processing Facility and Biogas Recovery the Disco Transfer Station 26

27 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction Green Bin Processing Disco Biogas Facility Timeline Timeline Q1/11 Q1/12 Q1/13 - Q1/14 Dufferin Phase 1 Repairs Shutdown for Operational Facility Operational Phase 2 Disco Excavation Operational Construction 27

28 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 2. Biogas Composting Facility for Mixed Waste Background Attaining Target 70 requires new infrastructure to process and treat residual waste In 2008, SWMS with the Citizen Based Residual Waste Working Group evaluated the preferred site and technology for residual waste processing: Considerations included: ability to manage 150,000 t/yr and divert 75,000 t/yr from landfill 8-10 new % points of diversion capital & operating costs compliance with Ontario environmental standards and definition of diversion proven operating history of technology space for the facility and existing land use for site and surrounding area; site accessibility and servicing (e.g. water, wastewater, energy); and 28 time to implement

29 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 2. Mixed Waste Processing Technology Technology/Site Selection Process Full range of technologies evaluated, including, mechanical, biological and thermal treatment All City-owned solid waste sites considered Satisfied that the considerations were met the study recommended Mechanical and Biological Treatment Technology (MBT) operating on City-owned property adjacent to Green Lane Landfill site 29

30 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 2. Mixed Waste Technology Selection Process Additional Considerations Ministry Definition of Diversion Biogas Composting Facility Yes Energy from Waste EA Required No Yes All Residue to Green Lane Landfill Yes Operational within 5yrs Yes No Requires Change in Compost Guidelines Yes No No No 30

31 Comparison of Green Lane, Mixed Waste Processing and Energy From Waste Costs Capital Cost Annual Capacity Electricity Recovered (mw) $ Value of Electricity Lifetime Capacity $/Tonne Capital Operating Cost/Tonne Share of Electricity Revenue Net Cost/Tonne Green Lane Landfill $220 M 800, mw $11.4 M/Yr 15,200,000 t $14.50 $33.50 $2.00/t $46.00/t Mixed Waste Processing $115.5 M 140,000 2 mw $1.75 M/Yr 150,000 tpy x 25 yrs =3,750,000 t $33.00 $90.00 $3.60/t $120.00/t Durham EFW $272 M 140, mw $8.6 M/Yr 140,000 tpy x 25 yrs = 3,500,000 t $77.50 $ $61.50/t $137.00/t Peel EFW N/A Private Capital. Cost of Capital in Operating Cost. 160,000 7 mw $7.0 M/Yr 160,000 tpy x 25 yrs = 4,000,000 t Privately owned. Cost of Capital included in Operating Cost. $ $ Ø $ /t 31

32 Transfer and Residual Waste Processing and Disposal Flow Diagram 1. Current Residual Waste to Landfill Single Family Multi family Transfer station Landfill 2. Proposed - Residual Waste/Biosolids to Processing Facility Biosolids Recycling Single Family Multi family Transfer Station Biogas Composting Facility Class B Compost 32 Landfill

33 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 2. Biogas Composting Facility Next Steps Select Option A or Option B, mid-2011 Option A City-owned Facility: 3 consortia have pre-qualified and been short listed for the RFP Issue RFP to design, build and operate facility early 2012 Option B Willing host search under way Issue Request For Pre-Qualification early

34 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 3. Durable Goods Currently one (1) Reuse Centre in TEDCO property The long-term plan is have up to three (3) Reuse Centres Commissioners Dufferin Bermondsey Timeline to commence construction

35 New Infrastructure to Support Strategic Direction 4. Landfill Infrastructure Challenges if Target 70 Goal is Not Reached Very limited long-term capacity in the Province to accommodate the City s needs Recent agreements with Province and Michigan have stopped the shipment of municipal waste into the state Timing to conduct an Environment assessment is 10+ years With no guarantees that an EA will be approved No new landfill approved in the Province since Halton Region landfill in the 1980 s $80-$100 M siting cost Recent Ministry EA decisions indicate MOE requirement to incorporate aggressive waste diversion plans in order to be approved 35

36 Waste Diversion Act Ontario Waste Diversion Act, 2002 came into effect June 2002 Allows for the implementation of Stewardship/extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs Requires the Stewards brand owners, first importers or retailers to bear the physical and/or financial responsibility for ensuring proper management of products and packaging at end of life cycle 36

37 Waste Diversion Act Stewardship Funding Currently 4 stewardship programs: Packaging and printed material - blue box waste Municipal Hazardous and Special Waste Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Used Tires 37

38 Waste Diversion Act Stewardship Funding Packaging and Printed Paper: Fund 50% of the net provincial costs of municipal recycling programs Since 2004 Toronto has received approximately $55 M from industry steward funding Funding primarily offsets collection, processing, promotion and some capital costs 38

39 Waste Diversion Act Stewardship Funding Municipal Hazardous and Special Waste: MHSW Program launched July 2008 and to date Toronto has received approximately $1.5 M Stewards pay for Phase 1 material representing 70% of the total MHSW costs (e.g. paints, solvents, oil, etc.) Phase 2 Material will be funded by the MOE representing 5% of the costs ( e.g. fluorescent lights, pharmaceuticals, rechargeable batteries) Phase 3 Material will be funded by the City representing 25% of the costs (all other hazardous material e.g. some solvents, fertilizers etc.) 39

40 Waste Diversion Act Stewardship Funding Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment: Industry 100% responsible for the costs of transportation/processing designated waste electronics (computers, televisions, cameras, cell phones, etc.) City receives approximately $ per tonne to cover the cost of collecting the material Used Tires: Approximately 60% of City cost Industry 100% responsible for the costs of processing transportation and collection costs The City receives $88.00 per tonne which covers the full cost to operate the depot program 40

41 Waste Diversion Act Stewardship Funding Waste Diversion Act 2002, and the Blue box program plan are currently under review by the MOE Toronto supports the designation of additional materials the City manages for stewardship programs, such as: Branded organics (diapers, paper towels) Bulky items (furniture, mattresses) All electronic waste Construction and demolition waste Litter (gum, tobacco, packaging) 41

42 2010 Solid Waste Management Services Residential Curbside Collection Costs $8 M $30 Million* $78 Million $38 Million $40 Million DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 65,000 Units 165,000 Units 117,000 Units 114,000 Units Existing Contracted Out Area Proposed Contracted Mid 2012 Service Provided by Public Sector * Estimate that 20% of $30 Million will be saved = $6.0 Million 42

43 Contracting Out Overview On February 7, 2011 the City of Toronto provided notice to the Toronto Civic Employees' Union (TCEU), Local 416, of its intention to recommend a competitive bid process for three areas of work currently carried out by TCEU members The proposed services under consideration are: all daytime, residential curbside collection west of Yonge Street to the Etobicoke border (approximately 165,000 homes) an increase to City-wide litter vacuum operations (from 25% to approximately 50%) litter /recycling collection within Toronto City parks. In these three service areas, it is anticipated that about 300 positions would be affected There is an Expected savings of approximately 20% ($8 M) A detailed report will go forward to the PWI meeting in April

44 Strategic Plans Key Priorities: to achieve an overall diversion rate of 70% to secure long term waste disposal capacity to ensure sustainable, self-funding of operating and capital requirements for existing and new diversion programs 44

45 Solid Waste Management Services MISSION To be a leader in providing innovative waste management services to residents, businesses, and visitors within the City of Toronto in an efficient, effective and courteous manner, creating environmental sustainability, promoting diversion and maintaining a clean city. Service Providing outstanding customer service Focus on improving customer service, increasing customer satisfaction and decreasing overall customer complaints Efficiency Ensuring maximum efficiency in service delivery Review organizational structure and service plans to ensure maximum efficiency in service delivery Sustainability Promoting diversion to ensure the security and sustainability of our disposal resources Prepare a mid-term plan for the security and sustainability of Green Lane Landfill Work collaboratively with other divisions that support our service delivery to improve communication, processes and service delivery Investigate, invest in and use technology to improve communication, processes and service delivery Review internal processes and the way service is provided to identify opportunities to streamline operations and create efficiencies Work collaboratively with other divisions to identify opportunities for consolidation of services to create efficiencies and improvements in service delivery Communication Utilize a multi-channel communication approach to promote and market our services to customers Develop a long term disposal security plan, including the investigation of a full range of disposal and processing methods Pursue 70% diversion target through a focus on multi-residential customers and development of a mixed waste facility Investing in our People Develop a "People Plan" to prepare for our future skills and knowledge needs 45

46 Strategic Options No New Diversion Stay on Target 70 Track Utility Rates Flat to Inflation + Expected Landfill Life Diversion Rate 50% 70% 46

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49 Key Tenders on the Horizon and Release Dates Transfer and Disposal: Green Lane Landfill Landfill contingency capacity (March 2011) Stage 7 excavation and soil stockpile construction (March 2011) Redevelopment of the entrance way and installation of dual scales to accommodate current traffic flow (April 2011) 10 year Engineering Oversight Contract (July 2011) 10 year Site Operations and Excavation Contract (July 2011) Installation of solar collectors on Green Lane Landfill buffer lands (2012) Residential vegetable oil recycling service provider (April 2011) Electronic Waste processing and recycling (May 2011) RFQ for an MHSW service provider (collection and final disposal/processing) from our six MHSW depots (Fall 2011) 49

50 Key Tenders on the Horizon and Posting Dates 50 Processing: Sale of Recyclable Materials (On-going) Material Recovery Facility Contract (2011) SSO Digester Solids (2011) OCC collected from nighttime collection (2011) Dufferin MRF retrofit / operating contract (2011) Reuse Centre engineering contract (2011) Construction (2012) Biogas Composting Facility (Fall 2012) Leaf and Yard waste 4-6 contracts (2012) SSO private sector contract for organic material in excess of City s capacity (2013) Collections: Contracting Collection West of Yonge Street (Summer 2011) Contingency Collection (Summer 2011) Litter/Recycle Collection in City Parks (Sumer 2011) Litter Vacuum Collection 50% of City (Summer 2011) Next Generation Green Bins (Fall 2011-Spring 2012)

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