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TASK FORCE
(SWAT FORCE)
Meeting No . 13
March 15, 1989
5:00 P.M.
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:07 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Antenen, Behrens,
Johannesen, Nelson, Pagorski , Saxe, Shales, Walker and Vetter .
Gary Miller and Brian Donovan were in attendance representing
City Staff.
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 12
were approved after a motion was made by Jean Jederman and seconded
by Frank Killough .
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . Relative to the handouts, the following areas
were highlighted:
- Promotional items such as bookmarkers, stickers,
community recycling drives, recycling item prepar-
ation, graphs and pamphlets.
- Two newspaper articles on plastic research and
subsidized recycling/garbage taxes.
- Magazine article involving states boosting markets.
- Conference on Solid Waste Research Directions on
4-18/ 19-89.
The group then reviewed the draft recommendations dated
3-01-89 on Recycling , Buy-back Centers and HHW. Incineration
Public Awareness and General Topics were then considered .
Changes were made and those comments are outlined on the revised
Position Paper Draft dated 3-15-89 (attached ) . The next meeting
will begin with an overall review of the Final Draft . The sched-
ule involves a presentation before the City Council on 4-26-89.
A separate mailing will be prepared for those unable to
attend this meeting which will stress the importance of the next
meeting (s ) prior to the City Council presentation. Staff will
prepare cost estimates per the handout sheet dated 3-15-89.
Anyone wishing to attend the Solid Waste Conference on 4-18/19-89
should contact the undersigned .
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 5, 1989
at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at 6:25 P.M.
Respe i ully submitted,
Gary W. eller , Staff Coor• i = tor
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I . Composting :
A. No truck loads of leaves to landfills as of 9-01-89.
B. No grass clippings to landfills as of 7-01-90.
C. Develop a long-term plan for handling all yard wastes .
D. Develop an interim site and a composting program to
handle leaves for the short-term.
E. Discuss a regional program and site(s) with Kane County
and near-by communities for a long-term solution.
F . Consider reclaiming the gravel mining operation areas
with compost material .
G. Consider contracting out for composting equipment and
services by June, 1990 to avoid capital cost expenditures.
H. Plan a Christmas tree chipping program for ' 89- ' 90 .
I . Promote individual composting with aggressive education
( through EPB) and with a City demonstration site.
II . Garbage Collection:
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F A. Immediately implement an "awareness theme" whereby
citizens are informed (on their water bill ) what
garbage collection actually costs.
B. Implement a volume-related program whereby bags,
stickers or sized containers are provided to residents
for the taxes they presently pay and charge for addi-
tional units to serve as an incentive for recycling .
C. Compare Private vs . City collection through a
Request For Proposal ( RFP) :
a. Garbage collection only .
b . Garbage collection with recycling .
III . Recycling :
A. Institute same-day recycling at curbside for alum-
inum/tin cans, glass containers and newspaper at a
minimum.
B. Prepare an RFP for contracting out and compare with the
cost for the expansion of City services:
a . Alternate No . 1 - Start with entire City.
b . Alternate No . 2 - Start with test section of City .
c . Alternate No. 3 - Include drop-off facilities at
large residential complexes and commercial sites .
C . City Hall to recycle and buy recyclable materials to
"close the loop" .
D. City to encourage businesses, schools, hospitals, etc .
to "close the loop" .
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E. Promote commercial recycling by means of drop-off
sites through the RFP process.
F . Review and develop an enforcement policy to prohibit
random dumping by citizens.
G. Pass and enforce a scavenger ordinance against
stealing recyclables .
H. Apply for Grant Funds by 5-01-89 for recycling .
IV. Buy-Back Centers:
A. Support the concept of buy-back centers as an alter-
native in Elgin ( split vote against ) .
V . Household Hazardous Wastes :
A. Investigate solutions for disposal locations/ ideas .
B. Develop a plan for proper handling and disposal .
C. Educate people by advertising and promoting places
where batteries/oil /tires/etc . can be taken.
VI . Alternatives :
A. Explore incinerator possibilities, with Kane County
leadership for funding/co-planning , with cooperative
multiple community involvement .
B . Encourage other communities to influence and urge Kane
County to assume the leadership role in a long-term
solution.
C. Consider Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) .
D. Consider Biomass and other technological systems .
VII . Public Awareness -- Develop an integrated plan and
schedule through :
A. Elgin Spirit articles.
B. Pamphlets.
C. Education through the school system.
D. Continued financial support for EPB.
E . Fact sheets.
VIII . General :
A. Establish a new panel to carry on after SWAT Force
recommendations are made to the City Council .
B. Consider staffing needs for a Solid Waste Coordinator
to apply for grants and implement various programs .
C. Encourage legislative help such as bottle bills,
battery deposits , tax on oil containers , etc . to
address solid waste handling problems.
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TASK FORCE
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Meeting No . 12
March 1 , 1989
5:00 P.M.
MINUIES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:05 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Antenen, Behrens,
Nelson, Nore, Walker and Vetter . Gary Miller and Brian Donovan
were in attendance representing City Staff.
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 11
were approved after a motion was made by Nate Steffen and seconded
by Jean Jederman.
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . Relative to the handouts, the following areas
were highlighted :
elk - ICMA Newsletter article on recycling container
bar codes for rebates.
- S.H. 1616 -- Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act .
- American City and County articles on EPA action,
Newark recycling and public involvement .
The group then reviewed the draft recommendations dated
2-16-89 on Composting and Garbage Collection. Changes were made
and then Recycling , Buy-back Centers and HHW were reviewed .
Those comments are outlined on the revised Position Paper Draft
dated 3-01-89 ( attached ) . The next meeting will begin with a
review of these three areas and proceed on with incineration.
The tentative schedule involves a presentation before the City
Council on 4-12-89 ( to be confirmed ) .
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 15, 1989
at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at 6:40 P.M.
Respectful submitted,
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TASK FORCE
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Meeting No . 11
February 16, 1989
5:00 P.M.
MINUTES
TES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:08 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Behrens, Clemens,
Killough, Macleod , McCarthy, Nelson, Pagorski and Vetter . Gary
Miller and Brian Donovan were in attendance representing City
Staff. Betty Reed attended as a concerned citizen.
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No. 10
were approved after a motion was made by Doretta Williams and
seconded by Jim Walker .
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . Relative to the handouts, the following areas
/r. were highlighted:
[ - Kathy Woodman resignation.
- St . Joseph ' s Church offer of support.
- U of I Solid Waste Newsletter .
- Hanover Park Christmas Tree Recycling report .
- WSJ article (2-09-89) regarding plastic recycling.
- Five-Year Research Plan for Biofuels and Municipal
Waste Technology Program ( Booklet from R. Vetter ) .
The group then began a discussion relative to
recommendations on Composting and Garbage Collection. Those
comments are outlined on the revised Position Paper Draft dated
2-16-89 ( attached ) . The next meeting will begin with a review of
these two areas and proceed on with Recycling .
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 1 , 1989
at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at 6:45
P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Gary W. Miller , Staff Coordinator
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SOLID WASTE ALTERNATIVES
TASK FORCE
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Meeting No . 10
February 1 , 1989
5:00 P.M.
MINUIES
The meeting was called to order by Gary Miller at 5: 10 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Behrens, Killough ,
Lucks, McCarthy , Moylan, Pearsaul , Saxe and Woodman. Gary
Miller , Brian Donovan and Jim Cook were in attendance
representing City Staff .
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 9
were approved after a motion was made by Bob Schuman and seconded
by Al Pagorski .
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . Relative to the handouts, the following areas
were highlighted :
- Kane County Ordinances 88-100, 88-101 and 88-102.
- Three newspaper articles .
- IARC Newsletter re: Markets.
- White goods capacitors which may contain PCB ' s.
Mr . Frank McCoy , General Manager for Elgin Wayne disposal ,
introduced Mr . Lee Adelman, Director of Recycling Projects for
Waste Management of Illinois (WMI ) , who made a presentation with
slides and exhibits . Basic information is listed below :
1 . Waste Management services 49 , 000 households for recycli -o
in this area and 700 ,000 households nationwide .
2. Items handled by WMI :
a . Aluminum and tin
b . 3 Glass colors
c . Newspaper (FSC paper )
d. Plastic - costly ( Plastic is 30% by volume,
7. 8% by weight ) .
3. Curbside service by WMI :
a. One bin -- $5.00 ea . , harder to steal items.
b . Same day pick-up .
c . Paper = 70% of all recyclables collected .
d . Double the number of stops for recycling ,
i . e . , 1000-1200/day.
e . No co-mingling of glass now .
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f . 20 milk jug compactors on trucks -- looking
at shredding and grinding .
g . Utilized mentally challenged for separating and
label removal in Woodstock .
h . Commercial /corrugated cardboard .
i . Stress education at third grade level by WMI
at no-charge.
j . Letters/brochures/advance PR 3 or 4 weeks before
implementation/Newspaper/TV.
k . Promote closing the loop .
1 . 240,000 ,000 tires in Illinois .
m . X-mas trees (Naperville ) grant $ ' s:
collected/chipped/gave away free .
n. No plate glass/no phone books .
o . Flatten/remove labels/take off glass bottle tops .
p . P.E . T . & base cup = 2 plastics.
Frank McCoy then discussed cost avoidance by recycling and
collecting garbage . Three methods can be used :
A . 3-Year agreement (w/Sleepy Hollow) -- each person
is billed ( ta>. deductable ) by WMI .
B . City pays total and City collects from residents .
C . Pay for each bag and 1 bin.
Relative to Garbage Collection:
A. WMI will buy equipment .
B . WMI will take employees subject to :
a . DOT physical .
b . Drug screening .
An "Economically Viable" clause is in their contracts. An
"Exclusive Market " for sale is covered by WMI (glass , alumimum ,
newspaper ( local paper ) , tin, plastics ) .
The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday , February 16 ,
1989 at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at
7:00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted ,
Gary W. Miller , Staff Coordinator
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TASK FORCE
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Meeting No . 9
January 18, 1989
5:00 P.M.
MJINUIES
The meeting was called to order by Gary Miller at 5:07 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Antenen, Behrens,
Clemens, Killough , Lucks, Nelson, Steffen, Walker and Woodman.
Gary Miller and Brian Donovan were in attendance representing
City Staff.
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . Relative to the handouts, the following areas
were highlighted :
- 15 landfill tipping fee increase effective 1-01-89.
- An average of 4 ,300 C .Y . of leaves per year , resulting
in roughly 2 acres of land for composting .
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The ENR Fourth Grant Cycle Proposal is due 2-28-89.
However , the Fifth Grant Cycle would allow Elgin to
request $50,000 later in June. Therefore, we will
not apply until the Fifth Grant Cycle in June.
Jill Zwick , former State Representative, was present to
discuss possible assistance in receiving funds from Kane County
per legislation approximately four years ago in Springfield . She
outlined a multiple year plan for programs to be funded by the
Solid Waste Management Act :
1 . ENR Grant Program for recycling.
2. U of I (Chicago Campus) for a research facility .
3. Business exchange network (plastic by-products used
by others, as an example ) .
A copy of Ordinance No . 88-100 establishing a Kane County
Solid Waste Disposal fee was supplied by Mrs. Zwick . She
indicated Kane County apparently has $1 .4 million from that
sur-charge fee to date. The funds are co-mingled by the County
with funds from the Settler ' s Hill lease.
Members of the SWAT Force suggested that the applicable
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legislation (Public Act 84-1319, 1986) be reviewed , along with
amendments. Thereafter , consideration should be given to
rapproach the County for financial help from the surcharge
account .
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Two nearby plants (Madison and Waukesha) were visited on
Tuesday , January 17, 1989. The following individuals
participated :
1 . Lee Clemens 7. Marlene Shales
2 . John Lucks 8 . Nate Steffen
3. Mark Macleod 9. Richard Vetter
4 . Sue Moylan 10. Gary Miller
5. Pat Pearsaul 11 . Brian Donovan
6. Bob Schuman
"Wrong Way" Miller briefly outlined basic information from
the site tour to Madison and Waukesha:
ndign:
- The RDF Shredding Facility in 1971 was one of the
first in the U.S.
- The end product (RDF) is trucked about five miles to a
Madison Gas 8. Electric (MGE) power generating facility . 14)
- MGE burns 15/. RDF and 85% coal .
- The RDF has a value of 7,000-8,400 BTU/lb . (coal =
11 ,000 BTU/ib . ) .
- The Madison Recycling Program began in 1968, with new
products having been added on a regular basis.
- It was estimated they have diverted 1 .5 million C . Y .
from their landfills since 1968 .
- 44% of all they collect is recycled .
- They operate 4 collection services in-house :
1 . Garbage and paper .
2. White goods.
3. Brush and yard wastes.
4 . Leaves .
- Shredding begins at 11 P .M. to take advantage of lower
electric costs .
- The facility is subsidized $250,000 per year , but there
are landfill savings ( they operate below break-even) .
- Details may be reviewed in the two hand-out reports.
- The facility has been operational since 1971 for mass
reduction ( 10: 1 by volume) with the ash hauled to a
landfill .
- The facility cost $2 million with $5 milli . added for
waste-heat recovery control . (Cost today estimated at
$11 million. )
- The population of W3ukuLha is f51 ,000 plus outside- =oit. +_,_
- They burn 100 tons/day, 7 days a week .
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- The cost to burn 10,000 tons/year is about the same as the
landfilling cost .
- The City owns the facility and residents and lite commercial
uses tip for free.
- Outsiders pay $20/ton ( $6/C.Y. ) , while the landfill cost is
$25/ton.
- They remove engine parts , pipes, large white goods, etc .
- The County is in the process of taking over the site so as to
expand to 600 tons/day ($75 million) and thus avoid "NIMBY" .
- They produce steam and transmit at 400 PSI to an adjacent
sewage treatment facility and 2.5 miles to a private user
(who takes 20'/. of what they need ) .
- Fly ash is mixed with bottom ash , tested and hauled to a
landfill . Fly ash alone does not meet standards, however .
Written comments relative to the Position Paper
Recommendations have been received from the following:
1 . Steve Byers 8. Gil Nore
2 . Lee Clemens 9. Pat Pearsaul
3. Jean Jederman 10. Larry Saxe
4 . Tom Johannesen 11 . Marlene Shales
5. John Lucks 12. Bob Schuman
6. Rick McCarthy 13. Doretta Williams
7. Sue Moylan
The "red draft" position paper dated 1-18-89 is to be
reviewed and comments to be considered at the next meeting .
Last of all , it was suggested and mutually agreed by those
present to invite the major private scavenger firms to the next
meeting . The purpose will be to get a feel for the services
which can be provided .
• The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday , February 1 ,
1989 at 5:00 P .M. at the same location. The meeting ended at
6:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted ,
Gary W. Miller , Staff Coordinator
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TASK FORCE
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Meeting No . 8
January 4, 1989
5:00 P.M.
!1INUIES
The meeting rias called to order by John Lucks at 5:06 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Antenen, Behrens,
Jederman, Nelson, Ilalker and Saxe. Gary Miller and Brian Donovan,
Budget Supervisor , were in attendance representing City Staff .
It was noted that Frank Pratt has resigned from the Task Force
due to a career opportunity in another community .
Following a hi ief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 7
were approved after a motion was made by Lee Clemens and seconded
by Sue Moylan.
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . Hr . Craig Zimmerman, Biology Professor at Aurora
University , had contacted the City on behalf of Kane County . He
is gathering solid waste data and met with Gary Miller on
12-14-88.
Mr . Michael Ilrom, Executive Director of the Greater Chicago
Recycling Indrrstry Council , began his presentation by stating the
Council was formed due to the fact that less than two percent of
Chicago ' s waste is being recycled . The objective of the group is
to promote recycling through public education by using media
outlets such as newspapers (editorial support ) , radio and TV, as
well as promotional materials such as brochures, banners, bumper
stickers, fridge magnets, buttons, and paper bag starter kits.
He suggested letters to inform people and spell out the
benefits of recycling . He mentioned municipal newsletters and
billing messages as a means of explaining the recycling program.
He also suggested pre-program surveys (door hangers ) prior
to beginning recycling programs for feedback on questions such
as:
A. What recycling do you do on your own?
B. Are you willing to participate?
C. What materials should be included?
D. What containers would you prefer?
E . Will you pay?
Ano then goal is to change behavior patterns of the co;nrnuci t y
through school curriculum progr . library reading programs and
coloring books.
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The Council was involved with the last "Taste of Chicago"
event and suggested recycling be promoted at local events in each
community . He indicated the week of April 23, 1989 is Recycling
Week .
John asked if any voluntary recycling programs worked . Mike
said not well unless there is an incentive . He suggested that
residential and commercial sources be considered to break even.
He also mentioned diversion credits , whereby tipping fees plus a
percent for operating costs are paid back .
The tentative plan for an incinerator facility(s ) tour was
outlined . Two nearby plants (Madison and Waukesha) will be
visited on Tuesday, January 17, 1989. Details will be forwarded
to the following individuals who indicated they would go :
1 . Lee Clemens 6 . Bob Schuman
2. John Lucks 7. Marlene Shales
3. Mark Macleod 8. Nate Steffen
4 . Sue Moylan 9. Doretta Williams
5. Pat Pearsaul (meet there) 10. Richard Vetter (meet there )
Written comments relative to the Position Paper
Recommendations have been received from the following :
1 . Lee Clemens 6. Sue Moylan
2 . Jean Jederman 7. Pat Pearsaul
3. Tom Johannesen 8. Larry Saxe
4 . John Lucks 9. Bob Schuman
5. Rick McCarthy 10. Doretta Williams
Members present each verbally outlined their thoughts as to
the key elements of an eventual Task Force Recommendation. Those
comments, coupled with the written notes , will be used to prepare
an outline for later discussion.
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday , January 18,
1989 at 5:00 P .M. at the same location. The meeting ended at
7:20 P .M.
Respectfully submitted ,
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Gary W. Miller , Staff Coordinator
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TASK FORCE
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Meeting No . 7
December 7, 1988
5 :00 P.M.
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:05 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend: Behrens , Byers ,
Killough , Moylan, Nelson, Pagorski , Shales , Walker , Vetter and
Macleod . Gary Miller was in attendance representing City Staff.
It was noted that Mark Macleod had been appointed to the Task
Force by City Council action.
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 6
were approved after a motion was made by Tom Johannesen and
seconded by Gil Nore .
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . He also passed around photos from the NSWMA
Composting Workshop at Champaign-Urbana. It was noted Jim Ford
at NIPC had forwarded a data collection booklet for Needs
Assessment for use by the Task Force.
Mr . Craig Zimmerman, Biology Professor at Aurora University,
has contacted the City on behalf of Kane County. He is gathering
solid waste data and will meet with Gary on 12-14-88.
Marti Jernberg , Executive Coordinator for EPB, was present
to outline the highlights of the IARC Conference. Marti
distributed a report sheet which listed all the sessions which
she attended . She also explained an EPB Grant Application for
$17,500 from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community
Affairs. Portions of those funds ($7,000) could be used for
support and publicity for any recycling efforts recommended by
the SWAT Force and implemented by the City.
Those in attendance agreed to plan for a visit to an
incinerator on 1-10-89 . The "snow date" will be 1-17-89. Gary
will make arrangements and advise those interested at a later
date. Gary will check on a Barrington incinerator which was
mentioned by Pat Pearsaul .
Gary will prepare a leaf collection report for 1988 and make
same available to the SWAT Force relative to leaf composting
volumes and acreage required . John Lucks stressed the oeed foi-
everyone to read their materials and begin submitting ideas to
him or Gary such that a draft recommendation may be prepared .
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The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday , January 4 , 1989
at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at 6: 10
P.M.
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Gary W. Mil er , Staff Coordinat:r
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TASK FORCE
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Meeting No . 6
November 23, 1988
5:00 P .M.
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:00 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend: Behrens, Clemens,
Killough , Nelson, Nore, Pagorski , Pratt and Woodman. Gary Miller
was in attendance representing City Staff.
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 5
were approved after a motion was made by Doretta Williams and
seconded by Jim Walker .
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts which
included the following :
1 . Two cartoons on leaves and solid waste.
2. IEPA Permit Notice.
3. DuKane Valley Council Recycling Survey .
4. Public Works article on recycling igloos.
5. Journal of Resource Management and Technology .
Household Hazardous Wastes (HHW) were discussed . Three
alternatives may be considered :
1 . On-going collection as done in
Arlington, Virginia.
2. Twice a year collection as done in
Alexandria, Virginia.
3. Public awareness and disposal suggestions
for items such as batteries, oil , paint etc .
Comments on the four workshops attended by various SWAT
members are outlined below:
1 . 11-04-88: Stanton Recycling Forum - Attended by (Miller ) .
The four elements of recycling were listed as marketing ,
processing , collection and education, in that order , when
planning a program. Videos were utilized in Oak Park and
Barrington (free by Harper College) . Chicago is using a Scarab
machine ($180,000) for composting material to a consistent
specification . A Wildcat composting machine and recycling
equipment was on display .
2. 11 -10-88: NSWMA Composting Workshop - Attended by McCarthy
and (Miller ) .
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126 Persons attended in Champaign and heard the IEPA Land
Division discuss S8-1616 which becomes law on 9-01-89 restricting
loads consisting primarily of leaves from landfills. The
definition of "primarily" was not defined . SB-1599 restricts
landscape waste from landfills on 7-01-90. A speaker from New
Jersey suggested 3,000 C. Y. of leaves per acre for composting .
The U of I is doing research on insects (slugs, crickets,
beetles ) which eat the starch in plastic bags. Towns in
Minnesota utilize volume based fees to help encourage recycling .
Residents pay for 30, 60 or 90 gallon containers. Composting
results in a volume reduction of 6: 1 , while grass is 4: 1 . Urbana
spent $4,800/ton during a HHW collection program. They sell
bio-degradable bags to residents for 49¢ each . The Athey
force-feed loader ($90 ,000) can be used for composting , as well
as picking up snow, leaves and gravel .
Rick McCarthy listed the three levels of windrow composting :
1 . Primary - Pile and " leave" it .
2. Mid-level - Turn it over with end-loader .
3. High-tech - Climate control/forced aeration/
composting machine.
Rick suggested that relative to recycling or composting
programs, markets cannot be relied upon to pay for the efforts
required . He also felt the SWAT Force and others should push for
positive legislation ( i .e. bottle bills or use of plastics ) vs.
negatives such as rules and fines.
3. 11-16-88: DuKane Valley Council - Attended by (Miller ) .
It is estimated by ENR that each household generates 350
lbs . of leaves and 750 lbs . of grass each year . IEPA siting
permits will be required as of 1-01-89. No grants have been
requested from Kane County. Kane County expects to collect $1
million/year from •the 45 surcharge.
4. 11-17/18-88: IARC Recycling Conference - Attended by
Jederman, Williams, Woodman and ( Jernberg ) .
A. Jean collected information on equipment , education,
markets and recycling , which was given to Gary.
B. Doretta indicated she would type her notes . She
mentioned various curbside vehicles; plastic which is 7% by
weight , but 25% by volume; Eagle Brook Plastics which produces
plastic wood; milk jugs ( 1 resin) and P.E.T. (pop bottles) (2
resins ) ; a grant program for plastics; styrofoam not recyclable .
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C. Kathy noted education in schools, DuPage County being at
the forefront , recycling ordinances and theft of aluminum as
being "key" issues relative to public relations.
Information on pending House and Senate Bills was
distributed on 10-05-88 at SWAT Meeting #3.
Richard Vetter will be visiting a separation process in Iowa
next week whereby paper/cardboard is converted into pellets to be
burned in boilers. He will report back on the pellet program and
also a Belgium anarobic process plant in Portland , Oregon.
John Lucks suggested that SWAT members jot down ideas or
concerns and submit same such that we can begin to formulate a
draft recommendation. Those present agreed to meet in two weeks
( 12-07-88) and again on 1-04-89. Ideas from members on any issue
should be submitted by 1-04-89. We will begin to concentrate on
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incineration as the process continues.
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7,
1988 at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at
6:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted ,
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Gary W. Mi ler , Staff Coordinator
GWM:mg
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SOLID WASTE ALTERNATIVES
TASK FORCE
(SWAT FORCE)
Meeting No . 5
November 2, 1988
5:00 P.M.
MINUIES
The meeting was called to order by Gary Miller at 5: 10 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Antenen, Behrens,
Johannesen, Lucks, Moylan, Nelson, Pearsaul , Pratt , Walker ,
Williams and Woodman. Mr . Richard Vetter was introduced as a new
member . Gary Miller was in attendance representing City Staff.
Mr . Jim Kirkland and Mark Macleod were also present .
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 4
were approved after a motion was made by Al Pagorski and seconded
by Lee Clemens.
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts to be
discussed later during the meeting . Pictures taken by Frank
Pratt were passed around the table. Those pictures were taken
during the tour of the Woodstock Recycling Program, Processing
Center and Recycling Center .
Mr . Gary Mielke from the Illinois Department of ENR was
introduced as the manager of the Recycling Office of Solid Waste.
Mr . Mielke noted grants up to $50,000 would be available early in
1989, mid-year 1989 and early 1990. He indicated funding would
also be available for incineration, but limited to preparatory
work due to the magnitude of funding for such facilities.
He mentioned that ENR is encouraging uses for plastic and
recycled paper . Landfill gas recovery, recycling centers and
processing centers are also important issues.
Slides on waste stream analysis indicated ' 84- ' 86
percentages by weight . Paper makes up 37%, while yard wastes are
18% of the total .
There are presently 25 curbside programs in Illinois. To be
successful , 70% voluntary participation is necessary. Mr . Mielke
stressed convenience through the use of containers and weekly
pick-up . Promotion and educational costs amount to 50t per
household. He showed slides of programs from Naperville, Glen
Ellyn, Oak Lawn, Barrington and Champaign.
Promotion , containers, collection and processing result in a
net cost of 50(t to $1 .50 per house per month . Revenues do not
cover costs.
SWAT FORCE
Minutes, Meeting No. 3
Page 2
Because paper and yard wastes make up a high percentage of
the waste stream, it is logical to pursue recycling programs in
those areas . Yard waste diversion will have a greater impact .
Therefore, grant money will be available for composting equipment
(for turning leaves) as an example . ENR will have mass mail
pamphlets available for municipalities.
Mr . Meilke suggested that multi-family apartment programs be
considered . He mentioned the placement of recycling containers
at dumpster locations. He encouraged the commercial sector to
use compactors and bailers and for bars/restaurants to handle
glass bottles.
He encouraged City Hall to recycle paper and to use recycled
materials to set a good example . This action will help create
the demand and thus "close the loop" .
Other areas which were briefly mentioned and discussed are
as follows:
1 . A bottle bill (anti-littering ) was vetoed in the
mid-70 ' s, but perhaps will again be considered in
Springfield .
2. Coding for the 7 types of plastic has been pursued by
the plastics industry to help separation.
3. Higher postal rates were mentioned as a means of reduc-
ing junk mail .
4. Champaign and ENR are working on a pilot program to test
the decomposition of biodegradable bags.
5. Recycling compliments incineration in that wet grass ,
plastics , metals and glass are eliminated , but so is paper .
6. Answers on tires and batteries are still being researched .
Handout sheets included the notice on an information
repository for the RI/FS on the Tri-County Landfill . A Household
Hazardous Waste (HHW) chart was included , along with two papers
from Alexandria, Virginia and Arlington, Virginia. This material
should be discussed at the_pgat_meeting_j`0_three_ g015_(go
The following four workshop programs are scheduled prior to
the next SWAT Force meeting :
A. 11-04-88: Stanton - Recycling Forum.
B. 11-10-88: NSWWA - Illinois Chapter Composting
Workshop.
C. 11-16-88: DuKane Valley Council - Practical Aspects
of Recycling.
D. 11 -17/18-88: IARC - Recycling Conference.
SWAT FORCE
Minutes, Meeting No. 5
Page 3
The Illinois Association of Recycling Centers ( IARC) 1988
Conference is scheduled for November 17 and 18, 1988 in
Naperville. John Lucks plans to attend both days. Doretta
Williams will attend Thursday while Jean Jederman and Kathy
Woodman will attend Friday. Gary has made the necessary
arrangements.
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1433_ ±_5.;.44_P_n_saf_tbg_a4me_1QQ4fiQD. The meeting ended at
6:50 P.M.
Respectfully submitted ,
Gary W. Miller , Staff Coordinator
GWM:mg
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SOLID WASTE ALTERNATIVES
TASK FORCE
(SWAT FORCE)
Meeting No . 4
October 19, 1988
5:00 P.M.
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:05 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Antenen, Behrens,
Clemens, Killough , McCarthy and Nelson. Mr . Richard Vetter has
been appointed to fill the vacancy created by Mr . Traeger who had
to withdraw. Gary Miller was in attendance representing City
Staff.
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 3
were approved after a motion was made by Pat Pearsaul and
seconded by Jim Williams.
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts to be
discussed during the meeting . Mr . Mark MacLeod was introduced as
the Staff Coordinator in Schaumburg for a committee on recycling.
Mark has moved to Elgin and has expressed an interest in serving
on the SWAT Force, which will be pursued through the City
Manager .
Highlights of the dedication ceremonies at Settler ' s Hill
Sanitary Landfill on October 13, 1988 were outlined . Sue
Moylan, Marlene Shales, Kathy Woodman, and Larry Saxe attended .
Those highlights are summarized below:
- Kane County owns the 397 acre site.
- Kane County Forest Preserve and Waste Management , Inc .
(WMI ) worked eight years to plan and build a multi-use
recreational area.
- The landfill opened in 1968 and WMI began management in
1980.
- Recreational facilities to be phased over 10-15 year
period .
- Landfill is 25% filled .
- State-of-the-art monitoring lab ($25 million) with
55,600 S.F. , expandable to 100,000 S.F.
- The new lab tests ground water and limited surface water .
- 20,000 groundwater tests per year now; to triple in
5 years.
- Robatics technology implemented to operate 24 hours a day ,
seven days a week .
- 5,000 groundwater well , 300 WMI landfills) now sampled
4 times per year .
SWAT FORCE
Minutes, Meeting No . 4
Page 2
- Equipment sensitive to one part per billion.
- Methane gas converted to electricity to run new lab and
power 7,500 Geneva homes (2.5 million cubic feet per day
yields 4.3 mega-watts) .
- $7.2 million generating plant with power over next 20 years.
- 42 wells (80 feet deep max . ) with 3 miles of gas pipeline.
- 27 holes of golf designed by David Gill .
Al Pagorski stated that in 3 years SDE will produce methane
gas from sludge. John Lucks reported that McHenry County had
rejected 5 landfill sites and 24 new sites. were being
investigated .
The following persons attended a field trip to Woodstock to
inspect Curbside Recycling , a Recycling Center and a Composting
Operation on Wednesday morning , October 19, 1988:
1 . Lowell Antenen
2. Steve Byers
3. John Lucks
4. Gil Nore
5 . Frank Pratt
6. Bob Schuman
7. Nate Steffen
8. Doretta Williams
9. Gary Miller
10. Frank McCoy - WMI
Mr . Frank McCoy of Elgin-Wayne Disposal served as a guide
for the trip . Steve and Frank had cameras and Gary provided a
set of questions to be used for comparison purposes.
The following notes summarize the information which was
gathered during the site visits:
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- Cans , glass and paper are collected once a week with
regular garbage pick-ups.
- One plastic container is placed at the curb .
One truck with one employee picks up roughly 700 homes
per day , or a total of 3,500 homes per week .
80% participation yields 12-14% reduction in waste
stream ( 1 .2 million pounds of material per year ) .
- Paper is sold to Perma-Cell in South Elgin for
insulation.
- Woodstock residents were paying $10/month for garbage
pick-ups.
Residents now pay $1 . 11 per bag which must be used ,
thus creating the incentive to use the single container
for recycling.
SWAT FORCE
Minutes, Meeting No . 4
Page 3
- Residents do the "Woodstock Stomp" to maximize the use
of their bags.
25 cents per bag goes for recycling operation, as does
the revenue from the sale of the collected materials.
- Promotion was done by direct mail .
- Mentally challenged individuals from the Pioneer Center
perform the sorting at the processing center operated
by Tom Scolero of McHenry-Woodstock Disposal (WMI ) .
- A monthly report for the operation will be mailed rela-
tive to volumes, weights and costs.
B. DEQR_Off_C nter :
The center accepts newspaper , glass, cans, magazines,
cardboard , office paper and oil .
- Open 4 days a week 8 A.M. - 1 P.M.
- Paid help now includes 1 full-time manager and 2 part-
time persons, with volunteers.
- 2 months in operation following the publics exposure
to the McHenry County Defenders for 18 years.
Concerned with environmental ethic and the education
factor .
Buy-back rates:
newspaper 14/lb .
glass 24/lb .
crushed cans 484/lb .
non-crushed cans 464/lb .
Pay out $1 ,200-$1 ,500 per week , mostly for aluminum.
- Glass crusher consisted of plastic container , sledge
hammer and a cardboard shield.
C. Compoting_Qperation:
- Woodstock provides a site where grass and leaves may
be dropped off.
- Apparently no formal composting "operation" has been
implemented .
The Illinois Association of Recycling Centers 1988
Conference is scheduled for November 17 and 18, 1988 in
Naperville. John Lucks plans to attend both days. Jean Jederman
and Doretta Williams will try to attend Thursday P.M. Kathy
Woodman and Jean will attend Friday . Gary will be out of town,
but will make necessary arrangements.
SWAT FORCE
Minutes , Meeting No . 4
Page 4
The University of Wisconsin - Madison is offering a two-day
course on Implementing a Solid Waste Recycling Program on
November 16-17, 1988. Rich McCarthy phoned and reaffirmed a
willingness to attend . Gary will coordinate the arrangements
following consent by the SWAT Force.
Three sheets of questions were distributed for future site
visits. Kathy Woodman submitted specific questions to be added.
Additional suggestions will be appreciated .
Meeting No . 9 on December 28th was scratched from the list
of Future Meeting Topics at the suggestion of Sue Moylan. Tom
Johannesen questioned the disposal of household waste, which will
be a topic of discussion at the next meeting . Gary Mielke, ENR
Manager for the State Recycling Office of Solid Waste, has been
contacted to make a presentation on November 2, 1988.
Contracting out garbage pick up in Elgin was briefly mentioned as
a topic for future discussion.
Al Pagorski expressed a feeling of uncertainty making
recommendations to the City Council involving dollar decisions.
It was clarified that relative to contracting out work , Requests
For Proposals would not be sent out by the SWAT Force, but rather
a recommendation perhaps that the City Council consider
authorizing such action.
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 2,
1988 at 5:00 P.M. The meeting ended at 6:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted ,
Gary W. Miller , Staff Coordinator
GWM:mg
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l� SOLID WASTE ALTERNATIVES
TASK FORCE
(SWAT FORCE)
Meeting No . 7
December 7, 1988
5:00 P.M.
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:05 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend: Behrens, Byers,
Killough , Moylan, Nelson, Pagorski , Shales, Walker , Vetter and
Macleod. Gary Miller was in attendance representing City Staff.
It was noted that Mark Macleod had been appointed to the Task
Force by City Council action.
•
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No. 6
were approved after a motion was made by Tom Johannesen and
seconded by Gil Nore.
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts and briefly
discussed each . He also passed around photos from the NSWMA
Composting Workshop at Champaign-Urbana. It was noted Jim Ford
at NIPC had forwarded a data collection booklet for Needs
Assessment for use by the Task Force.
Mr . Craig Zimmerman, Biology Professor at Aurora University,
has contacted the City on behalf of Kane County. He is gathering
solid waste data and will meet with Gary on 12-14-88.
Marti Jernberg , Executive Coordinator for EPB, was present
to outline the highlights of the IARC Conference. Marti
distributed a report sheet which listed all the sessions which
she attended . She also explained an EPB Grant Application for
$17,500 from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community
Affairs. Portions of those funds ($7,000) could be used for
support and publicity for any recycling efforts recommended by
the SWAT Force and implemented by the City.
Those in attendance agreed to plan for a visit to an
incinerator on 1-10-89. The "snow date" will be 1-17-89. Gary
will make arrangements and advise those interested at a later
date. Gary will check on a Barrington incinerator which was
mentioned by Pat Pearsaul .
Gary will prepare a leaf collection report for 1988 and make
same available to the SWAT Force relative to leaf composting
volumes and acreage required. John Lucks stressed the need for
everyone to read their materials and begin submitting ideas to
him or Gary such that a draft recommendation may be prepared .
SWAT FORCE
Minutes, Meeting No. 7
Page 2
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 4 , 1989
at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at 6: 10
P.M.
Respectfully submitted ,
Gary W. Mil er , Staff Coordinat r
GWM:mg
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' 1 IARC ANNUAL CONFERENCE REPORT
SESSIONS ATTENDED
General Session (Thursday) : Regional Planning for
Recycling
William Abolt - NW Municipal Conference
Steve Dunn - DuPage County
Tim Harrington - City of Chicago
Jim Pendowski - Champaign County
Joe Schwartz - Central States Education Center
Kevin Standbridge - Will County
Legislative Review
Steve Apotheker - Community Recycling, Champaign
Dave Buckner - IDENR
Kevin Greene - Citizens for a Better Environment
Michael Mechvatal - IEPA
Starting Out: Options
George Brabec - North Shore Ecology Center
Charles Lewis - Woodridge Recycling Center
Dave Kozlowski - McHenry Co. Defenders
Recycling in a Crowd
Marcia Schoonaert - NARC
Michael Thom - Greater Chicago Recycling Industry Council
Expanding Recycling to the Commercial Sector
Mike Finn - Recycling Services
Jim Smith - Amoco
General Session (Friday) : Focus on Education
Richard Ammentorp - Schaumburg School District
Bill Borden - DuPage Environmental Awareness Center
Pat Dieckhoff - McHenry County Schools
Lissa Radke - Community Recycling Center, Champaign
Marcia Schoonaert - NARC
Dennis Shapiro - Godfrey Group
Recycling Ordinances: Zoning, Procurement, Scavenging
Lee Botts - City of Chicago
Pete Matuskis - City of Barrington
Recycling Education in the Schools
Richard Ammentorp - Schaumburg School Dist.
Pat Dieckhoff - McHenry County Schools
Printed on recycled paper
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SOLID WASTE ALTERNATIVES
TASK FORCE
(SWAT FORCE)
Meeting No . 7
December 7, 1988
5:00 P.M.
AGENDA
I . Approval of Minutes for Meeting No . 6.
II . Distribute Handout Literature.
III . Marti Jernberg (EPB) Summary on IARC Recycling
Conference.
IV. Highlights of Specifications for Contracting Out
Garbage Pick-up .
V. Dates for Incinerator Site Visit .
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down to two people,and we rare- • writing more boob about whnt sr... . .. ire themes of of to$25 it ton are still,
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Procter & Gamble
Studies Refill Pouch
For Liquid Products •
By Biu. PAUL
Staff Reporter Of THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Procter&Gamble Co.is looking into re-
fill pouches for household liquids such as
fabric softener as a way to reduce the bur-
geoning garbage crisis in the U.S.
Cincinnati-based Procter & Gamble is
reluctant to discuss its plans. While a
spokesman confirms that the company is
researching the idea with the public, he
quickly adds that no market testing is
planned, and he questions whether the
American consumer would accept the in-
convenience of a refill pouch for the sake
of reducing garbage.
However, Procter&Gamble is already
marketing the pouch for its Lenor brand
fabric softener in several European coun-
tries, including West Germany, Austria
and Italy, with advertising stressing the
pouch's environmental advantages. More-
over,Edward A.Fox,the company's asso-
ciate director of corporate packaging, re-
cently told Inform Inc.,a New York-based
environmental group, that a number of
other Procter& Gamble products, includ-
ing detergent and houdehold cleaners,
could easily adapt the refill pouch.
The concept simply calls for the con-
sumer to buy a small plastic packet of liq-
uid concentrate, which is then mixed with
water in the large plastic bottle that the
product originally came in. The refill
pouch contains about 85%less plastic than
the bottle.Both are made out of polyethyl-
ene. Another advantage of the pouch is
that it would free up valuable supermarket
space.
The refill pouch isn't the only method of
waste reduction that Procter&Gamble is
working on. The company recently an-
nounced that early next year it will test
market its Spic&Span liquid detergent in
recycled plastic bottles. The plastic, poly-
ethylene terephthalate or PET,will be re-
cycled from plastic soft-drink bottles.
If widely adopted by consumer-products
firms,such a refill concept could have an
"enormous"impact on the nation's munic-
ipal trash output of 340,000 tons a day,says
David Sokol, president of Ogden Corp.'s
Ogden Martin subsidiary, which builds
waste-to-energy plants and is also involved
in recycling.
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Cost rising again to dump garbage . . . •
By Paul M. Krawzak raising its landfill rates in Octo- the same fees as Greene Valley
Copley News Service ber. and Mallard Lake, two landfills in
Current estimates project Set- DuPage County. Other landfills in
GENEVA — The cost of dump- tier's Hill will fill up by about the area charge even more, ac-
ing garbage in the Kane County- 2010, which gives Kane County's cording to Elfstrom, the county's' I
owned landfill is rising again. landfill a longer life expectancy solid waste coordinator.
The Kane County Board's than those in other counties sur- Kane Cour •
Development Committee has rounding Chicago, officials have raised feestyy officials last June, when
raised the rates at Settler's Hill said, they tacked a 45-cent surcharge
landfill east of Geneva to prevent Settler's Hill is operated by onto each yard dumped in
the dump from being overrun with Waste Management of Illinois Inc. Settler's Hill.cubicAthe time, n
garbage. Effective Dec. 15, the charge strom said the would
Elf-
Board member Philip B. Elf- for dumping one "loose" cubic raise landfill fees surchargetthe level would
strom, R-Batavia, told the com- yard of refuse will rise from $4.95 otherof
mittee Tuesday that if the rates to $5.40. The charge for a cubic
fall below those charged by other yard of "compacted" garbage will Proceeds from the dumping
area landfills the Kane landfill go from $5.60 to $6.40, and the fee fees are deposited in the county's
will attract more trash and fill up for "hard to handle" refuse will landfill enterprise fund. The
faster. increase from$9 to$11. fund's revenues are used for solid
Elfstrom said the increase was • When these increases take of waste planning and economic
prompted by DuPage County's fect,Settler's Hill will be charging development projects.
Woodstock Extends Curbside
Recyc':ng Program, Crystal municipal recycling program in the nation."
Lake To Start Next Year The cost of the bags will increase 100 in price
next year to $1.22 each due to an increase in
service charges,the newly imposed landfill
The Woodstock City Council has voted to tipping fees, and a 40 increase in the cost of the
continue the city's curbside recycling and bag. The cost of disposal would have risen by
pay-by-the-bag garbage pickup service for about 8%anyway if the city had returned to the
another year. The unique program was started on monthly fee program,Anderson pointed out.
January 1, 1988,for a one-year trial period to Under the Woodstock program,those
encourage residents to recycle, and reduce the families that generate more garbage pay more,
amount of waste going into area landfills. while those who recycle and avoid buying
Under the program, homeowners pay for wasteful packaging etc. save money. "ft's
garbage pickup through purchase of special bags inherently fair because you pay for what you
instead of through monthly bills. The cost of the throw away,"said Dave Danielson,Assistant City
bags also covers the cost of the curbside Manager.
recycling program. At the same time,the Crystal Lake City
After reviewing the results of the first several _,Council gave the green light to go ahead with
months participation in the program, Woodstock . plans to initiate a curbside recycling program in
City Manager Dennis Anderson called it a Crystal Lake. City officials had spent several
"resounding success"and recommended that it months looking at various recycling options.They
be extended for another year. finally agreed upon a plan, and expect to have a
According to Anderson, more than 1.2 curbside program in place by next summer.
million pounds of materials will be collected Because Crystal Lake does not franchise
through the curbside recycling program this year. garbage service for residents,the City will have to
Approximately 88%,of Woodstock, households contract for curbside recycling pickup,or provide
pa �cipa�the recyclingrogf m,.�ill the the service through the City Public Works Dept.
average number of garbage bags placed out for No changes in regular garbage pickup service,
collection each week is 1.53. Anderson which each homeowner contracts for directly with
estimates the break even number to be 2 bags one of several private waste disposal firms,is
per week. expected with the new program.
Based on this data,Anderson concluded Crystal Lake residents will not be asked to
that most households are paying less for garbage pay for the curbside recycling program. A portion
service than they paid under the previous of the cost of the special pickup will be off-set by
program of up to four bags a week, and that the an increase in licensing fees charged to garbage
level of participation in the curbside recycling haulers that do business in the city. The
program"...have exceeded everyone's remainder will come from sale of the materials that
expectations as well as,to our knowledge,any are collected.
7 ,cV1 v I'dl7• i)e&di e> November, 1988
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TASK FORCE ON SOLID WASTE
12-05-1988 Page 1
MR! OWELL ANTENEN MR. CHUCK BEHRENS
2232 COUNTRY KNOLL LANE 71 PARK ROW
ELGIN , IL 60123 ELGIN, IL 60120
888-5000 697-6838
MR. STEVE BYERS MR. LEE CLEMENS
MAX MCGRAW WILDLIFE FOUND. 1131 BLACKHAWK DRIVE
F 0 BOX 9 ELGIN, IL 60120
DUNDEE , IL 60118 888-7800
741-8000
MRS . JEAN JEDERMAN MR. TOM JOHANNESEN
365 WING STREET LARKIN BANK
ELGIN, IL 60123 1600 LARKIN AVENUE
741-5154 ELGIN , ILLINOIS 60123
888-5500
MR. FRANK KILLOUGH MR . JOHN LUCKS
320 GREENWOOD AVE . SAFETY KLEEN CORPORATION
3ARFENTERSVILLE, IL 60110 777 BIG TIMBER ROAD
426-9160 ELGIN , IL 60123
697-8460
Mr . MARK MACLEOD MR . RICK MCCARTHY
162 TILL AVENUE BURNIDGE & CASSELL ARCHITECTS
ELG__, , IL 60120 1750 GRANDSTAND PLACE
894-4500 X-296 ELGIN, IL 60123
695-5840
MRS . SUE MOYLAN MR. LEO NELSON
1879 BANKS DRIVE 1760 KEVIN AVE .
ELGIN , IL 60123 ELGIN , IL 60123
888-6927 741-5740
`1R . GIL NORE MR AL PAGORSKI
X75 WAVERLY DRIVE SANITARY DISTRICT OF ELGIN
ELGIN , IL 60120 P 0 BOX 92
741-5740 ELGIN, IL 60121-0092
742-2068
IRS. PATRICIA PEARSAUL MR. FRANK PRATT
1132 FLORIMOND DRIVE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ELGIN, IL 60123 24 E. CHICAGO ST .
742-4138 ELGIN , IL 60120
741-5660
'1R. LARRY SAXE MR. BOB SCHUMAN
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ELGIN P .O. BOX 662
8 FOUNTAIN SQUARE PLAZA ELGIN, IL 60121-0662
ELC , IL 60120 742-2563
697- 100
TASK FORCE ON SOLID WASTE
12-05-1988 Page 2
MRS. MARLENE SHALES MR. NATE STEFFEN
1910 JAMESTOWN LANE 38W640 HIGHLAND AVE .
ELGIN, IL 60123 ELGIN, IL 60123
931-5414 741-7022
MR RICHARD VETTER MR. JAMES WALKER
2333 TARA DRIVE 701 CHIPPEWA DR .
ELGIN, IL 60123 ELGIN, IL 60120
H 888-2382 695-2839
W 815-756-1551
MRS . DORETTA WILLIAMS MS. KATHY WOODMAN
518 RYERSON AVE . KEY COMMUNICATIONS
ELGIN, IL 60123 P. O. BOX 44
931-7084 ELGIN, IL 60121-0044
742-4591
KEW COMMUNICATIONS Inc. • -
1070 Larkin Avenue
Suite 2E
Post Office Box 44
Elgin, Illinois 60121-0044
(312) 742-4591
Gary,
Here are my notes from the recycling workshop in Naperville. I will
be unable to attend Wednesday's meeting as I have to prepare for
Thanksgiving dinner and company.
1. It seems that reaching out to children through the schools seems
a positive way to build an informed and supportive public in the
future who will be attuned to recycling. Several districts,
including Schaumburg Elementary 54, already have educational
projects going. Elgin Proud and Beautiful was at the workshop and
picked up more information on this topic .
2. DuPage seems to be at the forefront in recycling. We heard from
the DuPage Environmental Awareness Center and Naperville Recycling
Center and McHenry County' s Recycling Center.
3. I wanted to attend the session on public relations, but the
speaker didn't show. I was going to the second session concerning
publicity, but at 20 minutes past the starting time, it still hadn't
started and I gave up on it .
4. I attended the session on recycling ordinance at which a
representative from the governments of Chicago, Barrington and
Naperville spoke. Chicago has a number of ordinance and some will
be revised in the next few weeks. Seems they have one concerning
ordinances on special uses (covers where a recycling center can and
cannot be located) and one establishing classes of recycling
centers, e.g. junk vs hopsital waste etc. They also require
bonding and liability insurance .
Barrington has curb side and a composite site which they urge not to
put in a residential area.
Theft of aluminum products and cases are a problem in Barrington and
Naperville and the problem isn't due to poor people, but usually
more college students, boys scouts etc. These communities have an
ordiance calling these thefts which can be fined. Barrington
requires the home owner to report the thief before their cases can
be replaced. Since the parkway is in the public domain, an
ordinance (or someone or something) established the property as not
in the public domain if the cases or bags placed on the public
parkways all were labeled the same.
( ))/ •
•Public Relations • Publications • Special Events • Promotions
December 1 , 1988
MEM0RANQUM
TO: Public Works Department Personnel
FROM: Gary W. Miller , Assistant Public Works Director - /1
SUBJECT: Disposal of Batteries
The Citi Garbage Collection Policy prohibits our Sanitaticr,
crews from accepting batteries . Residents may be informed that
the following companies will accept batteries to be discarded :
Broadway Tire
368 Dundee Avenue
Elgin, IL 60120
Hawks Auto Parts
1480 Abbott Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
St . Charles Scrap
311780 Powis Road
West Chicago , IL 60185
GWM:mg
MDM0001
MEMOSTOEMP
Chemical Hazards in the Garage and Home Workshop
Product Possible Hazards Disposal Suggestions Precautions and Substitutes
Aerosols When sprayed,contents are Put only empty cans in trash. Store in cool place.
broken into particles small Do not burn. Propellant may be flammable.
enough to be inhaled. Do not place in trash Instead: use non-aerosol products.
Cans may explode or bum. compactor.
Asphalt roofing compound Eye irritant. Use up according to label Do not use indoors.
Fumes moderately toxic. instructions or give away. No substitutes.
Toxicity 3'
Auto: antifreeze Very poisonous. Amounts of less than 1 Clean up any leaks or spills carefully.
Has sweet taste—attractive to gallon pour down sink with No substitutes.
len of water.Do not
small children&pets.
plenty
Toxicity 3-4* do this if you have a septic
tank.Put in a secure con-
tainer&take to a garage
or service station.
Auto: batteries Contain strong acid. Recycle. Trade in old batteries.
Very corrosive. No substitutes.
Danger to eyes&skin.
Auto: degreasers Corrosive. Use up according to label Instead:choose strong detergent type over solvent type.
Poisonous. instructions or give away.
Eye&skin irritant.
Toxicity 2-4'
Auto: motor oil& Poisonous. Recycle. No substitutes.
transmission fluid May be contaminated with lead
and other toxic substances.
Skin&eye irritant.
Auto: waxes&polishes Fumes irritating to eyes. Use up according to label Use outside.
Harmful if swallowed instructions or give away. No substitutes
Eye&skin irritant.
Lacquer&lacquer thinner Extremely flammable. Use up according to label Ventilate area very well.
Very poisonous. instructions or save for Do not use in room with pilot light,open flame,electric
hazardous waste collection day. motors,spark-generating equipment,etc.
Toxicity 4• DO NOT SMOKE WHILE USING.
No substitutes
Paint strippers,thinners,& Many are flammable. Let settle,pour off cleaner Avoid aerosols.
other solvents Eye&skin irritant. for re-use.Pour sludge into Buy only as much as you need.
Moderately to very poisonous. container&seal,or wrap well Ventilate area well.
in newspaper&throw in trash.
Use up according to label Do not use near open flame.
instructions or save for Instead of paint stripper:sand or use heat gun.
Toxicity 3-4' hazardous waste collection day.Y Use water-based clean-up products as much as possible
varntsnes Eye&skin irritant. instructions or save for Do not use near open flame.
Use in small,closed area may hazardous waste collection day. May take weeks for fumes to go away.
cause unconsciousness. Instead:use water-based paints if possible.
Insecticides; herbicides, All are dangerous to some degree. Use up carefully,following Do not buy more than you need.
fungicides,siugbait,rodent Can cause central nervous system label instructions. Instead: try hand-picking,mechanical cultivation,
poison,wood preservatives damage,kidney&liver damage, natural predators.
birth defects,internal Save for hazardous waste Practice good sanitation.
bleeding.eye injury. collection day.
Choose hardy varieties.
Some are readily absorbed
through the skin. Use insect lures&traps.
Toxicity 3-6' As a last resort,use least toxic suitable pesticides.
" The tollow4lg pickles were previously sold for use by homeowners and the general public
but have*we been banned or are no longer recommended for use by homeowners.
Calcium Arsenate,Copper Arsenate,Arsenate,Creosote, Pentachlorophenol(PCP),
Chlordane,DDT,Silvex,2-4-5 T,Sodium Arsenite,Heptachlor,Aldrin,Dieldrin.
These pesticides should be carefully stored and saved for a hazardous waste collection day. Here is one way to safely store them.
Get a plastic container with a lid (a 5-gallon plastic bucket,for example). Fill halfway with kitty litter. Keep the substance
IN ITS ORIGINAL BOTTLE OR BOX and put it in the plastic container. Fill to the top with kitty litter and replace the lid.Mark the container
clearly and store it away from children,pets,etc.It is a good idea to store the container on a shelf rather than a concrete or soil floor to reduce corrosion.
Forms!cwrssy d Co.zoro to,a BOW Enwomrro
'General Toxicity Rating
1 2 3 4 5 6
Almost Slightly Moderately Very Extremely Super
Non-Toxic Toxic Toxic Toxic Toxic Toxic
Leel Dose More than 1 Pint 1 Ounce to 1 Teaspoon 7 Drops to Less Than
• for 150 Ib. 1 Quart to 1 Quart 1 Pint to 1 Ounce 1 Teaspoon 7 Drops
Adult
For more information: From Gosselin et al., 1984
Hazardous Waste Research and Information Center 1-217-333-8940
Illinois Poison Control Center 1-800-252-2022
Illinois Animal Poison Information Center 1-217-333-3611
For information about recycling motor oil in Champaign County:
Community Recycling Center 1-217-351-4495
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Chemical Hazards in the Home
Product Possible Hazards Disposal Suggestions Precautions and Substitutes
Aerosols When sprayed,contents are Put only empty cans in trash. Store in cool place.
broken into particles small Do not burn. Propellant may be flammable.
enough to be inhaled. Do not place in trash compactor. Instead: use non-aerosol products.
Cans may explode or burn.
"Batteries: mercury button type Swallowing one may be fatal if Throw in trash. No substitutes.
it leaks.
Toxicity 5'
Bleach: chlorine Fumes irritate eyes. Use up according to label NEVER MIX WITH AMMONIA!
Corrosive to eyes&skin. instructions or give away. Instead: use Borax,non-chlorine bleach,sunlight,
Poisonous if swallowed. lemon juice.
Toxicity 3'
Detergent cleaners All are corrosive to some degree. Use up according to label Liquid dishwashing detergent is mildest,laundry
Eye irritant. instructions or give away. detergent is moderate,automatic dishwasher detergent
May be diluted&washed down sink. is harshest.
Instead: use the mildest product suitable for
Toxicity 2-4' your needs.
Disinfectants Eye&skin irritant. Use up according to label Some may contain bleach,others ammonia—
Fumes irritating. instructions or dilute&pour down DO NOT MIX!
Poisonous if swallowed. sink. Instead: use detergent cleaners whenever possible.
Toxicity 3-4'
Drain cleaners Very corrosive. Use up according to label Prevention best: keep sink strainers in good condition.
May be fatal if swallowed. instructions or give away. Instead: use plunger,plumber's snake,vinegar&
Contact with eyes can cause baking soda followed by boiling water.
blindness.
Flea powders,sprays& Moderately to very poisonous. Use up or save for hazardous DO NOT USE DOG PRODUCTS ON CATS.
shampoos Toxicity 2-4' waste collection day. Vacuum house regularly&thoroughly.
Launder pet bedding frequently.
Insect and pest sprays All are poisonous,some Use up very carefully&according Instead: do not attract insects:
extremely so. to label instructions. keep all food securely covered,
May cause damage to kidneys, Save for hazardous waste practice good sanitation in kitchen&bathrooms,
liver,or central nervous system. collection day. remove trash every night.
Toxicity varies from product to
product.
Medicines: unneeded or Frequently cause child Flush down sink or toilet. Check content of medicine chest regularly.Old
expired poisonings. medications may lose their effectiveness,but not
necessarily their toxicity.
No substitutes.
Metal polishes May be flammable. Use up according to label Use only in well-ventilated area.
ingtr'Minns nrnivo away
Mothballs Some are flammable. Use up according to label Do not use in living areas.
Eye&skin irritant,poisonous,may instructions or give away. Air out clothing and other items before use.
cause anemia in some individuals. Clean items before storage.
Instead: use cedar shavings or aromatic herbs.
Oven cleaner Corrosive. Use up according to label Do not use aerosols,which can explode and are
Very harmful if swallowed. instructions or give away. difficult to control.
Irritating vapors. Save for hazardous waste Instead:use paste.Or heat oven to 200 degrees,tum off,
Can damage eyes. collection day. leave small dish of ammonia in oven overnight and remove,
Toxicity 2 4' then wipe oven with damp cloth and baking soda.Do not
put baking soda on heating elements.
Toilet bowl cleaner Corrosive. Use up according to label Ventilate room.
May be fatal if swallowed. instructions or wash down the sink Instead: use ordinary cleanser or detergent and baking
or toilet with lots of water. soda.
Toxicity 3-4'
Window cleaner Vapor may be irritating. Use up according to label Ventilate room.
Slightly poisonous. instructions or give away. Instead: spray on vinegar,then wipe dry with
Toxicity 2' newsprint.
Wood cleaners,polishes, Fumes irritating to eyes. Use up according to label Do not use aerosols.
&waxes Product harmful if swallowed: instructions or save for hazardous Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Eye&skin irritant. waste collection day. Instead: use lemon oil or beeswax.
Petroleum types are flammable.
Former courtesy o1 Nonni For A Beller Emmon en1
*General Toxicity Rating
1 2 3 4 5 6
Almost Slightly Moderately Very Extremely Super
Non-Toxic Toxic Toxic Toxic Toxic Toxic
Lethal Dose
for 150 lbMore than 1 Pint 1 Ounce to 1 Teaspoon 7 Drops to Less than
Adult1 Ouai to 1 Quart 1 Pint to 1 Ounce 1 Teaspoon 7 Drops
From Gosselin et al., 1984
For more information:
Hazardous Waste Research and Information Center 1-217-333-8940
Illinois Poison Control Center 1-800-252-2022
Illinois Animal Poison Information Center 1-217-333-3611
For more information about recycling motor oil in Champaign County:
Community Recycling Center 1-217-351-4495
Produced by the Illinois Hazardous Waste Research and Information Center(HWRIC)
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STATE WATER SURVEY DIVISION MIMIC 11188-008a ,......0
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COMPOSTING MIXED MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTES
DR. A. S. RAZVI
, Professor of Soils and Waste Management
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
•
IMPLEMENTING A SOLID WASTE RECYCLING PROGRAM
The most widely used method of disposal of our municipal
solid wastes (MSW) is by landfilling. As landfills reach their
capacity, communities are realizing that new landfills cost more
than their existing landfill. Some communities have attempted to
prolong the life of their existing site by promoting recycling
through material recovery. Cclposting is a means of recycling.
Composting is an aerobic biological decomposition process.
Organic wastes are decomposed by thermophillic microorganisms
into a stable organic material called compost. Composts are dark
humus-like materials that can be used as a soil conditioner.
When a solid waste and a liquid waste are combined in the
composting process, this is called co-composting.
Composting MSW involves the same principles used for
composting of yard wastes or animal manures. The difference is
that, MSW contains cbmpostable Ind noncompostable materials and
may require additonal processing. Some of these processing steps
(i are particle size reduction, screening etc.The composting of MSW
may also require careful attention to composting conditions
because of the fluctuating composition of MSW. The final product
resulting from MSW may be of quite different quality compared to
composts produced from manures or yard wastes. This limits the
potential for marketing the compost. MSW composting is more
complex than the composting of ya,d wastes, sewage sludges or
animal manures.
Process Variables:
Several physical, chemical and biological process variables
are important in the composting process for MSW. Each variable
will be discussed in the following:
Carbon is a very important consti .lent in the composting
process. Carbon is the driving force that provides the food and
energy for the microorganisms. A laroe proportion of the MSW is
made up of materials rich in carbon. While all materials are not
biodegradable (plastics, clothing, rubber, etc. ) , most organic
materials in MSW can be composted. Approximately 70-80% of MSW
is compostable. The ability of the microorganisms to decompose
the different carbon c6ntaining materials varies depending on the
organic form of the carbon containing molecule. For example,
food wastes would decompose faster than paper.
Nutrient balance especially as it relates to nitrogen
content is also important. The ratio of carbon to nitrogen is
critical in determining the rate of composting. A wide ratio t(
results in a 'slower rate of composting. MSW generally has a wide
ratio. This ratio can be adjusted by adding other nitrogenous
wastes such as sewage sludges. Addition of concentrated nitrogen
could accomplish this goal. Other mineral nutrients such as
phosphorus and potassium are present in small amounts in the MSW
are not as critical as nitrogen for the composting to proceed.
The pH of the wastes is another important variable.
Normally the pH of MSW in water is in the range of 7 to 8. This
is ideal for microorganisms and no pH adjustment is needed.
Large quantities of toxic chemicals may hinder microbial
activity, any chemicals that are toxic to the microorganisms must
be removed before composting.
Particle size of the waste is a critical composting process
variable. The smaller the particle size the larger is the
surface area for a given weight of waste. The larger surface
area allows microorganisms more decomposing surface, resulting in
rapid composting. If the particle size were too small, air
circulation in the compost pile would be limited, slowing the
composting process. A critical mix of particle sizes should be
maintained in order to maximize surface area as well as air
circulation. -
Particle- size reduction can be accomplished by means of
shear shredders, hammer mills, or by tumbling the waste in a
drum. While all three of these can reduce particle size, the
drum has several advantages: it mixes liquids with the waste
while the waste is being shredded; does not significantly alter
the size of the noncompostable fraction, allowing ease of
separation of these materials at the end; some large
noncompostable items need not be removed prior to shredding.
Moisture content in the solid wastes is important. Solid
wastes, when collected., may have 20 to 30% by weight of moisture.
This is too dry for the composting microorganisms. Additional
moisture should be added in order for composting to proceed.
Moisture can be added via water or other waste liquids that can
help the composting process. Sewage sludges are commonly used.
The MSW and the moisture must be thoroughly mixed in a mixer in
order to ensure uniform composting. Too much moisture will
retard diffusion of air into the pile and therefore kill the
microorganisms. Excess water will also create leachate. A
begining moisture content of 50 to 60% is considered ideal. As
composting proceeds additional moisture is given off during the
decomposition. Evaporative losses of moisture are common and
will result in a slight drying of the compost pile with time.
Air, the source of oxygen, is essential for microorganisms.
Microorganisms take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide in the
respiration process. Air can either be forced into the pile
using blowers (static pile) , or the pile can be periodically
( turned-over (windrow) to allow the microorganisms to catch a
breath of fresh air. This method of aeration may cool the pile
excessively during the. cold winter months. As air is blown
through the pile, carbon dioxide is evacuated from the pile.
This exhaust air is _also saturated with moisture (steam) . Air
also cools the pile and keeps it from excessive heating.
Composting conditions can be better controlled through forced
aeration.
Temperature of the MSW/liquid mixture will reach 130 to
160°F within 3-10 days depending on the season of the year and,
the method of composting used. The heat generated by the
microorganisms is stored in the mixture, no external heat needs
to be added. Temperatures in excess of 132° F must ae maintained
for a minimum of three days to ensure pathogen and weed seed
destruction. If the temperature of the mixtures were less than
110°F, the composting rate has been reduced suggesting one of the
above environmental conditions is less than ideal.
The right type of microorganism is critical for the
composting process. There are enough microorgnaisms in the waste
to start the composting process, therefore no microbial culture --
(seed) needs to be added. Populations will change depending on
the carbon source and the environmental conditions in the mixed
MSW. Sometimes, partially composted MSW is added to enhance
initial microbial activity.
Sequence of Operations
All MSW composting will need some form of manual sorting to
remove white goods and other large non compostable items. In
some cases this sorting step may be extensive while it may be
minimal in others. Selective pickup during collection of the
wastes when combined with source separation will minimize the -
sorting process.
The wastes are then sent to the particle size reduction
unit. After size reduction, there may be screening of oversized
materials (this step is not always necessary) . After the
particle size is reduced, liquids are introduced and mechanically
mixed. Previously composted MSW could be added at this stagr as
a seed to get the composting process off to a good start.
Addition of seed is not a necessary step.
The mixed wastes are then placed in a pile or in a vessel
(in-vessel composting) where the composting process will begin.
Piles may be placed outdoors or indoors. It will take 8 weeks or
longer for the composting process to complete. This will depend
on how carefully the environmental conditions are controlled
within the pile. In-vessel composting is carried out in a large
it
vessel with a detention time of 3-10 days. The environmental
conditions are more thoroughly regulated within the vessel.
Composting therefore, proceeds rapidly. The mixed MSW is
constantly being turned and mixed within the vessel. The
material when removed from the vessel is only partially composted
and will have to undergo further composting in a pile. There may •
be a need for additional screening before placing in a pile.
This material may remain in the pile for four or more weeks
before it is considered compost.
Piles are placed on an impervious pad to avoid leaching of
any liquids from the pile and into the ground water. If piles
are placed outdoors, rain water coming in contact with the piles
will produce leachate. Provisions must be made to collect and
treat this leachate. Piles placed outdoors may also be subject
to blowing by wind. This could become a serious problem on days
when piles are being turned. Odors from well managed piles are
non existent. Poorly managed piles that are too wet or lack
adequate oxygen could be a source of odors.
After the material has adequately composted, it is generally
screened through a fine screen. The material that falls through
the fine screen is the compost product. The material retained on
the screen may be returned to the begining of the process for
further composting. The compost may need to be cured for an
additonal four weeks before being distributed.
Savings it landfill space:
The final compost makes up 25 to 30% of the incoming wastes
by weight. Approximately 65 to 75% of the incoming MSW by weight 11/
will be converted to carbon dioxide or compost. This means that
only 25 to 35% of the incoming waste would have to be landfilled.
Additional landfill savings can be achieved by promoting an
active community recycling program. , Source separated, glass,
plastics, aluminum, cardboard, and newsprint could bring revenues
and thererfore need not be placed in a compost pile.
Cost:
The costs for construction and operation of a MSW composting
facitlity will vary depending on the size of the community and
the method of composting selected. Composting is feasible on a
small scale of 10 tons/day of MSW. Estimated capital costs for a
10 tons/day facility would be $ 350,000. Tipping fee for such a
plant would be approximately $45/ton. . Larger plants, such as the
30 tons/day in-vessel system built in Portage, WI. cost
$1,000,000 for preused equipment. Tipping fee for this facility
are at $ 28/ton. A similar facility installed with new equipment
would have a tipping fee of $35 to 40/ton. Tipping fee for
larger facilities could be in the $30 to $35 range.
Use of Compost:
The final compost product is a dark material, rich in humus,
that can be used as a soil conditioner. Local markets should be
011 developed for the use of MSW-derived composts. Landscapers and
farmers may be the largest users of compost.
Composts could benefit the soil in several ways. Composts
have 1-1.5% nitrogen, approximately 0.5% each of phosphorus and
potassium. This gives an economic advantage to the user. The
high humus content of compost allows improved drainage and water
holding capacity of soils. It enhances the cation exchange
capacity of the soil. Reduces soil erosion, and provides
increased microbial activity in a soil. Composts also have the
ability to adjust the pH of the soil.
Composts also have some negative aspects. Composts contain
all the heavy metals that the waste contains. The concentration
of such metals generally do not pose a problem if compost-amended
soils are well managed. At modest application rates of 40 tons
of compost per acre per year, there is no impact on ground water
or crops (corn) . The impact on surface water is unknown.
Application of composts that are immature (composting process not
completed) may result in depletion of soil nitrogen, depriving
the plant of this element. Small pieces of glass and plastics
may be associated with the compost making it less acceptable
aesthetically. Overall, the positive aspects of savings in
landfill space and contribution of organic matter and nutrients
to the soil far outweigh the minimal negative impacts of compost.
Is Composting the Answer?
There is no one solution to a community's solid waste
problems. What works well for one community may not work as well
for another. Composting MSW offers an economically and
environmentally viable alternative as a solid waste reduction
method. Serious consideration must be given to all alternatives
available to your community. Whether composting is the answer
depends on the local markets for the compost and the economics of
other alternatives.
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COMMUNITY PLANNING GUIDE
FOR ESTABLISHING A
DROP-OFF RECYCLING PROGRAM
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NORTH SHORE ECOLOGY CENTER
SUMMARY OF DROP-OFF CENTER OPERATIONS
1. OVERVIEW
The drop-off center is the most common type of
residential waste recycling program. These centers
offer the simplest form of recycling operation; area
residents and businesses bring separated materials to
the center and deposit them in appropriate containers.
There are currently at least 75 drop-off centers
throughout Illinois.
Drop-off centers are typically viewed as the first phase
of a comprehensive community recycling program. They
allow local groups to become familiar with material
handling techniques and market arrangements on a
small-scale before embarking on more complex curbside
collections and yard waste composting programs .
Drop-off centers are also effective in less-densely
populated areas unable to support full-scale curbside
programs.
2. TYPE OF MATERIAL ACCEPTED
The most commonly collected materials are newspapers,
glass bottles, and aluminum cans. These items are all
easily marketed and have significant economic value.
Other materials which may be 'accepted include tin cans,
high-grade ledger paper, mixed paper (such as magazines
and telephone directories) , and certain types of plasic.
3 . PERIODS OF OPERATION
Most drop-off centers provide public access 24 hours per
day, seven days per week. Longer hours of operation
increase public convenience, and therefore
participation, but must be balanced by security
requirements.
4 . SITE
Common elements of drop-off sites include a parking area
for the public and bins in which citizens can place
recyclables . Signs which clearly explain processing and
sorting requirements help to reduce contamination
problems, maintain site cleanliness, promote an orderly
flow of traffic, and prevent any public confusion.
Actual facility size depends on the quantity of
materials being handled. Smaller centers processing up
to 20 tons per month will require approximately 3, 000 to
5,000 square feet. Centers that recover 20 to 50 tons
per month will commonly have space needs of 8, 000 to
15 ,000 square feet.
A successful drop-off center must be located at a
visible site with easy public access. Studies have
shown that residents will patronize a center within
three to five miles of their homes, combining the
recycling trip with other errands. Larger communities
may operate several neighborhood drop-off centers, with
a larger central site to process materials.
5. MATERIAL STORAGE AND PROCESSING
Containers must be provided for public drop-off of
materials. Roll-off bins are commonly used for glass
bottles. Compartmentalized bins work especially well
for separating colored glass. These bins can be
purchased in either standard or customm\ configurations
and are available in sizes ranging froth 10 to 50 cubic
yards.
6. MANAGEMENT AND LABOR
North Shore Ecology Center offers an experienced
management and labor team to oversee the operation of
your community recycling program.
NSEC is responsible for all standard administration
duties including equipment purchases, site maintenance,
personnel management, marketing of materials, promotion
and public education.
7. PARTICIPATION AND EFFECTIVENESS
Public participation rates are strongly dependent on
convenience of location and the amount of effort devoted
to promotion. Successful drop-off programs may achieve
participation rates of 10 to 20 percent and divert one
to twelve percent of the total waste stream.
A study conducted by Loyola University of Chicago
indicates that recycling centers are used more by those
with higher incomes and education levels and in
communities with active environmental groups.
8. MATERIAL COLLECTION RATES
The amount of material collection that can be expected
from drop-off centers has been estimated by reviewing
reported data from centers in Illinois and nationwide.
An analysis of data from 14 Illinois recycling centers
found two distinct collection rates, corresponding to
well-established programs with frequent hours of
operation and strong promotional campaigns (referred to
below as "full-service program") , and less-established
programs characterized by limited hours of operations,
less convenient and/or attractive facilities, and the
lack of effective promotion (referred to as "limited
service" program) .
Collection rates for seven successful programs in other
states were found to be in close agreement with the data
from well-established Illinois centers. Collection
rates for both types of programs are presented in terms
of tons per year per 10,000 population, to allow for
extrapolation to any community size. These rates should
be viewed as rules-of-thumb only; actual material
collection rates will depend on numerous demographic,
economic, organizational, and subjective factors.
Annual Material Collection Rates
for Typical Drop-Off Programs
(tons/year/10, 000 population)
Average Range
Full-Service Program 260 128-457
Limited Service Program 69 56-87
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT IN ILLINOIS
RECYCLING BECOMES A PRIORITY
By: Michelle A. Emond
Administrative Intern, Village of Lisle
Editor's Note: The response to requests for articles on its suburbs are beginning to look at cycling programs
recycling have been excellent. We have received as methods to conserve landfill space.
published articles and clippings, plus a video on the DuPage County recently completed a study on solid
Oak Park recycling program. We are pleased to publish waste recycling which reports that almost 80 percent
an article on current legislation concerning Solid of the garbage now hauled to landfills is potentially
Waste Management, and two shorter articles each recyclable. Recycling is listed as a necessary corn-
dealing with an available solution to the waste ponent to manage the garbage generated in DuPage
management problem. Please continue to submit
information which you feel is pertinent. We would also County. The study concludes that an 85 percent
Participation rate will be needed in order to achieve the
be happy to loan the video and copy our collection of
info for interested parties. Our thanks to those who goal of 25 percent waste reduction. However, partici-
have responded. pation in voluntary recycling programs is not expected
to be done by more than 55 percent for curbside pick-
The Village of Lisle, in DuPage County, Illinois, has ups and 35 percent for drop-off stations. These
voluntary rates could be much higher in DuPage
been investigating the feasibility of establishing a
recycling program. It became obvious early in the County, where high family incomes and education
investigation that the issues of recycling and solid levels may increase the public's acceptance and
waste management must be examined in terms of participation in recycling programs.("DuPage County
federal, state, and local government perspectives. It Solid Waste Recycling Study", Envirodyne Engineer's,
also would be necessary to know and understand Inc., November 1987, Chapter 7.)
applicable legislation regarding these issues.With the Relevant Legislation
wealth of information available and the large amount of
legislation, this is not a simple task. P.A. 84-1319 (HB-3548) Solid Waste Management
Act, September 1986.
Background: The Solid Waste Management Crisis This act was developed with the purpose of reducing
Like most metropolitan areas throughout the country, reliance on landfilling and to promote more efficient
theChicagoareafacesashortageoflandfillspacethat and effective alternative methods of solid waste
will force major changes upon the waste disposal disposal. This act establishes state policy for waste
industry over the next several years. Ten years ago, management through financial and technical assis-
tance, research, education, and environmental regu-
133 permitted sites. There is one incinerator. The lation.The Solid Waste Management Act also required
shortage of landfill space,paired with the rising cost of a report from the Illinois Environmental Protection
Agency (TEPA) on state-wide disposal capacity in
hauling garbage to landfills, has caused many munici-
palities to evaluate local waste disposal programs. volume.All provisions of this act are aimed at promoting
Two available solutions are recycling and yard waste as a policy the following waste management hierarchy
(in descending order of preferential practices):
composting. It is projected these options can reduce
landfill needs by 25 percent or more and possibly even -- waste reduction
create a new industry at the same time. -- recycling and re-use
-- incineration with energy recovery
It is estimated that 90 percent or more municipal solid — incineration with volume reduction
waste generated today is landfilled. Furthermore, — landfilling
there are estimates that over half the cities in the
United States will exhaust their current landfill space The act is implemented by the Illinois Department of
in the next few years. Available statistics show that Energy and Natural Resources, the Illinois Environ-
America is running out of landfill space rapidly. In mental Protection Agency, and the University of
Illinois, landfills are expected to be at their capacity in Illinois. The enactment of this act demonstrated the
approximately four to five years. Approval for new state's commitment to improve solid waste manage-
landf ills is at a stand-still because of public concern ment practices.
and competing land uses. SB172, 1981
Municipal solid waste continues to increase, and The current siting law(for landfills) is Senate Bill 172,
disposal cost for this waste continues to rise. It is which has been in effect since 1981.This law basically
estimated that each person living in the United States gives local governments the ability to establish much
generates almost one ton of solid waste per year. stricter criteria for siting than the IPEA standards.
recycling aFurthermore, it must be proven that landfills will be
As a result, rec
y g isg gaining popularity, as is yard compatible with surrounding land use, that there are
waste composting. Recycling programs are being no adverse traffic impacts, and that operations will be
initiated across the country and studies are being safe. These requirements are difficult to meet. The
done concerning the feasibility of starting recycling bottom line is that only two landfills have received
programs. In Illinois, recycling is considered by the permits to begin operations since implementation of
State as a top priority for solid waste management. SB-172.
Furthermore, pending legislation will ban all yard
waste from Illinois landfills by mid-1990. Chicago and (Continued on next page)
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HB-4033, enacted August 23 1988 facilities,unless the composting is of waste generated
This act amends the Property Control Act and the State at the particular site. Minimal permit conditions are
Finance Act. It allows revenues from the sale of established. Finally, this bill states that after June 30,
recycled paper to be placed in a special account. The 1990, no landfill can accept landscape waste fell-
revenues
eijrevenues in this special account can be used to help disposal unless it is in a biodegradable contai j
establish additional waste paper collection programs composted on-site, or the compost is used for final
and to purchase recycled paper products. cover of soil amendment.
HB-3389, enacted August 23, 1988 The original provisions of SB-1599 also amend the
This bill furtheraddresses the recycling and composting Environmental Protection Act.Four terms are defined:
issues. The Illinois Departments of Central Manage- "biodeterioration,""biodegradation,""biodegradable,"
ment Services (CMS) and Energy and Natural Re- and"composting'.The bill allows landscape waste to
sources (ENR) were required to implement waste be used for final cover or as a soil conditioner. Several
paper collection programs for a minimum of five state goals are set forJuly 1,1990.Afterthis date,landscape
facilities. CMS is mandated to revise purchasing waste cannot be mixed with municipal waste, land-
procedures by August 23, 1989,to encourage the use scape waste cannot be accepted unless it is in con-
of recycled products.CMS is further required to revise tainers which are biodegradable and contain at least 6
purchasing procedures to encourage the use of percent corn starch, and landfills cannot accept
materials that can be recycled. HB-3389 mandates a landscape waste for disposal(unless it is going to be
schedule for state purchase of recycled paper products separately composted).Finally,it excludes composting
and requires state agencies that maintain public land facilities from the definition of regional pollution
to use compost, where feasible. control.
To promote recycling and composting,HB-3389 gives P.A.85-1195(HB-3100)
ENR authority to provide low or no interest loans. It This act amends the Illinois Environmental Protection
also mandates the development of education programs. Act to establish a solid waste management fee and to
Finally, several studies are required or mandated. establish exemptions from the fee. It provides guide-
These include(1)performance tests on motor oil;(2) a lines for uses of the State Solid Waste Management
study on recycling scrap tires; (3) a study on waste Fund.This act also amends the Solid Waste Manage-
reduction strategies; and(4) a study on markets for ment act to grant local governments the authority to
landscape waste compost. impose a fee on operators of landfills owned by the
P.A.85-14,Article II local government. A maximum local fee is specified
and uses for the local fee are limited. Those wastes
This act provides DuPage County(and other certain
counties)with the authority to develop and implement which are exempt from the state fee are also exem^+
a solid waste management plan for the entire county. from the local fee.
In order to exercise these granted powers,the county P.A. 85-1198, (SB-1616), The Solid Waste Planning
must adapt a solid waste management plan as defined and Recycling Act
by the Local Solid Waste Disposal Act(P.A. 84-963). First, P.A. 85-1198 requires all counties with a popu-
Significant authority is granted to counties for the use lation of 100,000 or more and each municipality with a
of pursuing the development and implementation of a population of 1,000,000 or more to produce compre-
solid waste management plan. hensive solid waste plans by March 1, 1991. These
P.A. 84-963, the Local Solid Waste Disposal Act plans must cover many areas listed in this act,
This act encourages the preparation of solid waste including recycling. Each plan must include a recycling
management plans by local governments. The many program designed to recycle 15 percent of the waste
subjects which should be addressed by solid waste stream within three years, and 25 percent within five
management plans are outlined in the act. years. Implementation of plans must begin within one
year of adoption. Prior to the adoption of these plans,
Article 15 of Chapter 30, DuPage County Code each county must form a Solid Waste Advisory Corn-
The purpose of this article is to reduce reliance on mittee. Furthermore, the proposed plans must be
landfilling and to encourage alternate methods of solid made available for public review and comment for a 90-
waste disposal.Furthermore,the article aims to protect day period.
the environment through the funding of landfill in- The Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act also
spections and enforcement activities. Finally, a sur- requires ENR to provide recycling grants to corn-
charge on the final disposal of waste at county landfills munities of a population in excess of 20,000. And,
is established in order to provide revenue to implement beginning September 1, 1989, no landfill may accept
the Solid Waste Management Plan. for final disposal at any time truckloads composed
HB-3800 and SB-1599, Amendatory Veto primarily of leaves. Finally, Section 10 of this act
Governor Thompson feels that these two bills, which provides for the identification of coding of plastic
were passed by the General Assembly, are incom- bottles beginning January 1, 1991.
patible.He suggested changes in them to make them Conclusions
more consistent. Both bills address the issue of yard There is a flurry of activity at all levels of government in
waste. the area of solid waste management and recycling. It
The original provisions of HB-3800 amend the En- has become a priority issue at the national,state,a
vironmental Protection Act. This bill excludes corn- local levels. Some counties and municipalities in
posting facilities from the SB-172 siting process and Illinois have already addressed these issues, while
defines key terms. The terms defined include"com- others are just beginning.Nevertheless,it is imperative
posting," "biodegradation," and "biodeterioration." for all to remain updated on the activities and legislation
Furthermore,it requires an IEPA permit for composting being enacted by the state and the counties.
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Integrating Curbside Recycling with Oak Park's Answer to the Landfill
Curbside Composting Crisis
By Velga Drillis-Eizis,Assistant to the Village Manager
By Peter Matsukis, Recycling Coordinator,
f, 1 Village of Barrington Like many communities throughout the United States,
Oak Park is facing a severe landfill crisis.In an attempt
The Village of Barrington started a comprehensive to lessen this problem,the Village has embarked upon
curbside recycling/composting program June 1, 1988. a major effort to recycle as much of its solid waste as
In January of 1987, the League of Woman Voters for possible. Bins for deposit of bundled newspapers are
located in 14 locations throughout the Village and a
the northwestern suburban area of Chicago approached separate program of collection of leaves for corn-
the Village of Barrington Board to consider a Curbside posting is operated in the fall.
Recycling Program. The League of Woman Voters,
aware of the crisis on the East Coast with landfill In addition,in the summer of 1988,the Village began a
scarcity and high tipping costs,wanted the Barrington pilot curbside recycling program involving 2500
Village and other villages in the area to avoid the East households which have been given bins for separation
Coast's tragedy and to consider starting a curbside of glass,cans and newspapers for weekly collection by
program. The Barrington Village Board formed an Ad a contractor. Preliminary indications of this one year
Hoc Recycling Committee to study and investigate the pilot program are that participation in the program has
feasibility of a Curbside Recycling Program for been exceptional; nearly 50%of all households in the
Barrington. program set out the bin for collection each week.Given
the fact that some households do not generate a full
The Recycling Committee studied the different alter- bin each week and that during the summer months,
natives to the Curbside Recycling Program. Barrington particularly, households are often vacant, the Village
currently had twice a week garbage pick up on of Oak Park is estimating that currently 85% of the
Mondays and Thursdays, and it was the committee's households included in the pilot program are separating
task to incorporate a recycling program within the out recyclable materials.
twice a week pick up. The Recycling Committee
studied and analyzed other recycling programs that Of course, a major component in making a recycling
were in existence at the time(San Jose, Seattle, Oak program is education of residents. Via several news-
Lawn, IL, and other various pilot programs). Dis- paper articles, letters from the Village President and
cussions then took place with our refuse contractor, League of Women Voters, and a brochure sent to
Laidlaw Waste Systems, to incorporate a Curbside those included in the pilot program, the need for
Recycling Program with tangible results. recycling by Village residents has been clearly stated
and understood.
Laidlaw informed the committee that in order to have
an effective Curbside Recycling Program a composting Most recently the Village unveiled the"Oak Park-We
(leaves, grass, small branches) should be included. Recycle" video, a 71/2 minute video that was locally
Composting makes up 25 to 30% of Barrington's produced and minimally financed by Village staff, the
residential waste stream per year. With a curbside Oak Park Environmental and Energy Advisory Com-
recycling/composting program, in one year Barrington mission,Cablevision of Chicago.This video is intended
could reduce its residential waste stream by35 to40%. to educate Oak Park residents on the advantages of
The Village Board acting on the recommendation from recycling, and is available to community groups, local
the Recycling Committee decided to incorporate a secondary and elementary schools, and can be
Curbside Recycling/Composting Program by inte- checked out for private viewing from the Oak Park
grating recycling within its twice a week refuse pick up Public Library.
system.
The Village produced a 4 month education campaign
in which 3 newsletters were sent to the residents
explaining the importance of the program; how it
would benefit the Barrington residents in the long run
by keeping future refuse rates at a minimal.There was
also an informational brochure passed out to every WATER •Chicago
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how to recycle,what to recycle,and reemphasizing the 312/648.1155
fact the landfills were filling up and tipping fees were 222 South Riverside Plaza.Chicago 60606
skyrocketing. The Village also held weekly public GREELEY""°
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The results were that the majority of the residents were
in favor of the recycling program.
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URBAN INNOVATION IN ILLINOIS AWARD WINNERS
,
Robert Eppley,Executive Director of Urban Innovation Performance Indicators:
in Illinois, has reported the winners of the 1988 Ull City of Chicago - Human resources management -
awards.We are listing awards and honorable mentions expanded automated data systems
by category. Congratulations to all! LaGrange, HM - Five-year operating and capital
improvements budget
Palatine- Strategic plan: 1987-1992
Joint Purchasing and Service Agreements: Urbana-Ten-year capital improvement plan and fiscal
Elk Grove Village- High level excess liability pool. strategy
Homewood- Employee assistance program Urbana, HM- Employee performance appraisal pro-
Homewood - South suburban drug enforcement gram using measurable output
program
Schaumburg,HM-Woodfield shoppers shuttle program Cost of Service:
Schaumburg, HM- Kids-After-School-Program Arlington Heights- Village clerk information center
City of Aurora, HM-Development fees to contract out
Contracting Out: for review/inspectional services
Evanston - Inspection of major building develop- La Grange Park,HM-Computerizedrecordsmanage-
ments ment system in the police department
Evanston, HM- In-House shoulder replacement and Niles- Lock box for utility collection and reporting
crack-filling on state routes Niles, HM - Use of FAX machine to facilitate daily
LaGrange, HM-Joint paramedic program/LaGrange banking activities
and LaGrange Park Niles, HM- Automated annual pension fund invest-
Lombard-Water meter reading program with Northern ment reporting
Illinois Gas Company
Moline-"No-cost"semi-automated refuse cart system Citizen Involvement:
Mount Vernon-Wastewater treatment plant Elmwood Park-Citizens's advisory committee on the
Skokie, HM - Community cholesterol screening/ budget
education progra Niles, HM - Appeals committee for citizens' con.
Skokie- Dagi*gq,Fok program plaints Re: User fee services
�= ,�'• Hazel Crest- Creation of a 45-acre natural passive
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South Elgin, HM - Cooperative clean-up of the Fox
River
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The Village distributed 3,000-90 gallon containers for dropped off in cement bins. The Public Works
the collection of composting materials,and 3,000 sets Department then distributes the materials from the
of stackable recycling containers for the glass, cement bins to awaiting roll-off trailers that the various
aluminum and paper. Also available for the resident recycling vendors have provided for the Village. The
were 60 gallon photodegr'adable leaf bags,to be used Village markets all recycling materials and receives all
for excess compost in summer and leaf pick up in the money from the sale of the recycling materials. This
fall. Spending the money to initiate the program now money is redistributed to the Refuse Fund.
will offset higher tipping fee increases in the upcoming It is now the 7th month of the Recycling Program.The
years. results are the Village has a 95%monthly participation
On Mondays, Laidlaw picks up the compost and the rate, and is diverting 40%of its residential waste from
recycling materials. The compost goes to a farm that the landfill currently(mainly due to leaf season).These
the Village has subleased, and the Barrington Public results are not only remarkable but encouraging ar
Works Department monitors the compost and turns it demonstrates the fact that if a municipality can recyc._
over at least once a week to continue the compost it should also include a Curbside Composting Program.
process.The glass,aluminum and newspaper is taken A municipality can divert 30%or more of its waste from
to a drop off transfer site located in town where it is the landfill.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF
CONTRACTING OUT .
SPECIFICATIONS
1 . Submit pre-employment requirements and hire City
employees (by seniority) .
2. Purchase ten trucks and parts inventory.
3. Include a clause regarding tipping at an incinerator .
4. Include a section for curbside recycling.
5. Include a section for 90 gallon cart containers.
6. Complaints to be directed to the contractor with
weekly reports to the City.
7. Payment for tipping fee increases ( i .e. landfill
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TASK FORCE
(SWAT FORCE)
Meeting No . 6
November 23, 1988
5:00 P.M.
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:00 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Behrens, Clemens,
Killough , Nelson, Nore, Pagorski , Pratt and Woodman. Gary Miller
was in attendance representing City Staff.
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 5
were approved after a motion was made by Doretta Williams and
seconded by Jim Walker .
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts which
included the following :
1 . Two cartoons on leaves and solid waste.
2. IEPA Permit Notice .
3. DuKane Valley Council Recycling Survey.
4 . Public Works article on recycling igloos .
5. Journal of Resource Management and Technology.
Household Hazardous Wastes (HHW) were discussed . Three
alternatives may be considered :
1 . On-going collection as done in
Arlington, Virginia.
2. Twice a year collection as done in
Alexandria, Virginia .
3 . Public awareness and disposal suggestions
for items such as batteries , oil , paint etc .
Comments on the four workshops attended by various SWAT
members are outlined below:
1 . 11-04-88: Stanton Recycling Forum - Attended by (Miller ) .
The four elements of recycling were listed as marketing ,
processing , collection and education, in that order , when
planning a program. Videos were utilized in Oak Park and
Barrington ( free by Harper College) . Chicago is using a Scarab
machine ( $180,000) for composting material to a consistent
specification. A Wildcat composting machine and recycling
equipment was on display .
2. 11-10-88: NSWMA Composting Workshop - Attended by McCarthy
and (Miller ) .
SWAT FORCE
Minutes, Meeting No. 6
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126 Persons attended in Champaign and heard the IEPA Land
Division discuss SB-1616 which becomes law on 9-01-B9 restricting
loads consisting primarily of leaves from landfills. The
definition of "primarily" was not defined . SB-1599 restricts
landscape waste from landfills on 7-01-90. A speaker from New
Jersey suggested 3,000 C. Y. of leaves per acre for composting .
The U of I is doing research on insects (slugs, crickets,
beetles ) which eat the starch in plastic bags. Towns in
Minnesota utilize volume based fees to help encourage recycling .
Residents pay for 30, 60 or 90 gallon containers. Composting
results in a volume reduction of 6: 1 , while grass is 4 : 1 . Urbana
spent $4 ,800/ton during a HHW collection program. They sell
bio-degradable bags to residents for 49a each . The Athey
force-feed loader ($90,000 ) can be used for composting , as well
as picking up snow, leaves and gravel .
Rick McCarthy listed the three levels of windrow composting :
1 . Primary - Pile and " leave" it .
2. Mid-level - Turn it over with end-loader .
3. High-tech - Climate control /forced aeration/
composting machine.
Rick suggested that relative to recycling or composting
programs , markets cannot be relied upon to pay for the efforts
required . He also felt the SWAT Force and others should push for
positive legislation ( i .e. bottle bills or use of plastics ) vs.
negatives such as rules and fines .
3. 11-16-88: DuKane Valley Council - Attended by (Miller ) .
It is estimated by ENR that each household generates 350
lbs . of leaves and 750 lbs. of grass each year . IEPA siting
permits will be required as of 1-01-89. No grants have been
requested from Kane County . Kane County expects to collect $1
million/year from the 45a surcharge.
4 . 11- 17/ 18-88: IARC Recycling Conference - Attended by
Jederman, Williams, Woodman and (Jernberg ) .
A. Jean collected information on equipment , education,
markets and recycling , which was given to Gary.
B. Doretta indicated she would type her notes. She
mentioned various curbside vehicles; plastic which is 7Y. by
weight , but 25% by volume; Eagle Brook Plastics which produces
plastic wood; milk jugs ( 1 resin) and P.E.T. (pop bottles ) (2
resins ) ; a grant program for plastics ; styrofoam not recyclable .
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Minutes, Meeting No . 6
Page 3
C. Kathy noted education in schools, DuPage County being at
the forefront , recycling ordinances and theft of aluminum as
being "key" issues relative to public relations.
Information on pending House and Senate Bills was
distributed on 10-05-88 at SWAT Meeting #3.
Richard Vetter will be visiting a separation process in Iowa
next week whereby paper/cardboard is converted into pellets to be
burned in boilers . He will report back on the pellet program and
also a Belgium anarobic process plant in Portland , Oregon.
John Lucks suggested that SWAT members jot down ideas or
concerns and submit same such that we can begin to formulate a
draft recommendation. Those present agreed to meet in two weeks
( 12-07-88) and again on 1-04-89. Ideas from members on any issue
should be submitted by 1-04-B9. We will begin to concentrate on
incineration as the process continues.
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7,
1988 at 5:00 P.M. at the same location. The meeting ended at
6:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted ,
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Gary W. Mi ler , Staff Coordinator
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4::° Illinois Environmental Protection Agency P.O.Box 19276,Springfield,IL 62794-9276
MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 14, 1988
TO: Owners and Operators of Solid Waste Management Facilities
FROM: Permit Section, Division of Land Pollution Control
SUBJECT: Public Notice of Permit Application
Effective December 1, 1988 public notice procedures for Division of
Land Pollution Control permit applications will require the applicant
to complete notice letters for each application and mail to appropriate
persons. Failure to follow this procedure will result in rejection
of the application. This requirement applies to all facilities for
waste stream (green sheet) permits, as well as other state permits.
Enclosed is a copy of the notice letter and instructions for completion
and distribution of notice letters. Most sites will have an attached
list of names and addresses of senators, representatives, state's
attorneys, county board chairmen and other interested parties that
must receive public notice letters. City clerk information is available
from municipalities within three miles of the boundary of the facility.
This list is being supplied as a courtesy, responsibility for properly
addressing the notices belongs to the applicant.
Copies of the notice letter will be available in December. You may
photocopy the enclosed letter, as needed, for use until a supply is
available. We suggest you retain a master copy with appropriate
addresses and site identification information. Dates and description
of project may be inserted as appropriate for each application.
Questions may be directed to Ed Bakowski , Carrie Agrall or Lawrence
Eastep at 217/782-6762.
LWE:CLA:tk:5/12/31-3
Enclosures
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUBLIC NOTICE FOR PERMIT APPLICATIONS
SUBMITTED TO THE ILLINOIS EPA, DIVISION OF LAND POLLUTION CONTROL,
FOR WASTE DISPOSAL, STORAGE OR TREATMENT
1. The form "To Elected Officials and Concerned Citizens" must be
completed �br the applicant and forwarded to the appropriate
officials iaentfed below. FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL RESULT IN
THE REJECTION OF THE APPLICATION.
The following persons must be sent notices:
a. State's Attorney;
b. Chairman of the County Board in which the subject facility
is located;
c. All members of the General Assembly from the legis-
lative district in which the site is located; and
d. Clerk of each municipality, any portion of which is within
3 miles of the boundary of the facility.
All blanks must be filled out. The description shall be in suf-
ficient detail to identify the activities being proposed.
The forms shall be mailed on or before (within three days) the
date the application is filed with the Agency. As part of the
application include a copy of the form which was sent and a list
of those persons to whom it was sent, or copies of the completed
forms.
2. Under "Site Identification', use the site name shown on existing
permits. For new sites, use the proposed site name. The site
number is the ten digit number which is on the operating permit.
Call IEPA if you don't know it. For new sites, omit the number.
3. When identifying the type of submission, the facility and the
waste, check as many spaces in each column as is appropriate.
Check at least one item in each column.
4. Please note that waste stream permits are covered by this form.
For a single application for a waste stream permit, include a
waste stream description or the generic waste name under
"Description of Project'. For multiple applications, put the
identification on the reverse side of the form.
5. The project description should be clear and concise so the general
public can understand. Avoid overly general statements (such
as "landfill modification") as well as overly technical ones.
ECB:LWE:tk:5/12/24-3(9/29/88)
4171 Illinois Environmental Protection Agency • P.O.Box 19276,Springfield,IL 62794-9276
Date:
To Elected Officials and Concerned Citizens:
The purpose of this notice is to inform you that a permit application has been submitted to the IEPA, Division
of Land Pollution Control, for a solid waste project described below. You are not obligated to respond
to this notice, however, if you have any comments, please submit them in writing to the address below, or
call the Permit Section at 217/782-6762, within twenty-one (21) days.
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
Permit Section, Division of Land Pollution Control (#24)
2200 Churchill Road, P.O. Box 19276
Springfield, IL 62794-9276
The permit application, which is identified below, is for a project described at the bottom of this page.
SITE IDENTIFICATION
Site Name: Site / (IEPA):
Address:
City: County:
TYPE PERMIT SUBMISSIOw: TYPE FACILITY: TYPE WASTE:
Development Landfill General Municipal Refuse
Operating Land Treatment Hazardous
Supplemental Transfer Station Special (Non-Hazardous)
Transfer Treatment Facility Demo Debris (ex. putrescible)
Name Change Storage Demo Debris (incl. putrescible)
Waste Stream Incinerator Used 011
Composting Solvents
Recycling/Reclamation Landscape/Yard Waste
Other Other (Specify )
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: (For multiple waste stream applications, see reverse side.)
Date:
Waste Class
Waste Stream Identification Hazardous/
Generator Name Generic Name Non-Hazardous
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Please retain a copy for your own use.
LWE:CA:tk:5/12/22-5(9/29/88)
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DUKANE VALLEY COUNCIL
RECYCLING SURVEY SUMMARY
NOVEMBER, 1988
MUNICIPALITIES - 17 MEMBERS
14 No community-wide recycling programs.
6 Considering curbside pickup of recyclable goods.
1 City-run recycling center accepts glass,paper,aluminum,
plastics.
1 Community association provides truck for drop off of
newspaper,glass,aluminum on Saturday mornings.
1 Receiving center for aluminum cans at department store.
1 Cub Scouts collect aluminum cans.
1 Curbside pickup by non-profit agency every other week.
City gives agency rebate on per/household basis. (22,000
households. October total: 299 tons.)
Agency also has drop off site for newspaper,glass,aluminum,
cardboard,plastic milk jugs,bi-metal cans,used motor oil,
scrap metal,auto batteries.
Agency outreach program picks up glass bottles and containers
from bars and commercial paper from businesses and
corporations.
1 Location of privately-owned recycling center which buys paper,
aluminum,plastic milk bottles,glass.
COUNTIES &TOWNSHIPS - 5 MEMBERS
4 No program
1 Department Environmental Concerns has recycling coordinator.
Coordinates all recycling efforts in county.
Provides list of recycling programs.
Grant program for municipalities &non-profit organizations.
CORPORATE & SPECIAL SERVICE - 10 MEMBERS
5 Aluminum,copper,scrap metal picked up by/sent to private
company.
3 Computer paper &scrap paper to collection center.
2 Precious metals retrieved for reuse.
2 Outdated or damaged equipment reused after further
processing or refurbishing.
2 Used motor oil sold.
1 Reuse valuable parts as applicable.
1 Recycle used paper in-house.
1 By-products used as fertilizer.
1 Considering baling and sale of used paper.
1 No recycling.
1 Committee studying waste management alternatives.
EDUCATION - 6 MEMBERS
4 Campus organizations collect aluminum cans and periodically
collect items for recycling.
3 Paper collected for recycling.
2 No recycling programs.
1 Investigating programs to recycle glass and metal.
1 Can and bottle receptacles provided by college.
1 Student Association has recycling office which has:
24-hour drop off site for newspaper,computer paper,
aluminum,paper bags,magazines,phone books.
Curbside pickup throughout city once a month (newspaper,
aluminum,plastic). Co-sponsor with two other non-profit
groups;obtain 20-23 tons newsprint in one day.
Weekday pickup of computer paper on campus and papers
from libraries,news agencies in city.
1/4: it.
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>x Prepared by Clayton H. Billings titioned into liquid. air. and solid clean. This article builds on two art
Editorial Consultant phases attenuate or transform by cies published in the Journal WPCs
processes not yet well understood. for May 1986. One, by Barbash an
..t`s . Moreover, flow through porous Roberts. described the nationwid
media is complicated because both problem of contamination from vo
1 saturated and unsaturated conditions atile organics: and the other. b
- ' Groundwater may exist,because the aquifer may be Keely, et al. reviewed the physica
Contamination confined or unconfined. and because chemical, and biological factors a
more than one liquid phase, such as fecting the fate and transport of cor
Coping with groundwater contami- miscible and immiscible, may form. taminants. An overview of strategic
= n nation is a new environmental chal- Then, once a groundwater becomes associated with site characterizatio
1 lenge. For example. pollutants, par- contaminated, it is very difficult to and appropriate treatment is d€
igr l
3 i
{l Dallas Begins Recycling Program th ough Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3::
._ 1 p.m.. Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m
i THE new Dallas. Texas. recycling ter in North Texas. In March. the city and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m
program was developed and inn- council voted to lease an area at the Long-range plans for the recyclr
f plemented by the Dallas Street and Bachman Transfer Station to Dry program include developing marke
Sanitation Department to reduce the Gulch Recycling. Inc.. a non-profit for recyclable materials in Dallas
{ 1 amount of waste the city landfills. to organization made up of seven area bring businesses and jobs to the are
fight litter, to save natural resources, environmental groups. The center Officials are working with >\Iexicc
-i f and to provide fund raising oppor- employs the homeless. developmen- newspaper recyclers to create a ma
;; -s tunities for non-profit organizations. tally disabled. and paroled prisoners ket across the border for Dallas' rec
1- • "Recycling is an important part of to sort the glass. aluminum, news- cled newspaper. Officials are al
i Dallas' Solid Waste Management paper, and office paper. Recyclers looking into involving Dallas-are
Plan." said John Robertson. director are paid current market prices for restaurants in recycling glass
• of street and sanitation services. their goods. In turn, Dry Gulch. Inc. Thus far the neighborhood drop-c
"With the nation facing a solid waste resells the recyclables and gives pro- sites have collected almost 40 tons
- crisis, we must turn to projects like ceeds to the Downtown Dallas Family material,and over$2.000 has been r
' voluntary recycling to keep us one Shelter, which houses families for a turned to them from the sale of r
< stepahead of the situation." 30-day
period while they find new cyclables. Already 15 addition
.i,-t The program consists of two pilot jobs,housing.child care,and are pro- neighborhood organizations ha'
projects.neighborhood drop-off sites, vided medical care, legal care, and applied to be considered for the pr
and a central recycling center.Eleven parenting and job training skills. The gram when it is expanded.
neighborhood groups are supporting
-P--1"-- rune recycling sites throughout the •--: --=?`_ -_,_ t
city where residents can deposit their :t- : `ii' •et-'--,�-
g'. . 1
aluminum cans, glass bottles, and r -4 =t- `- 1 �F/
plastic soft drink bottles in domed,
.�,�: +i`
bnghtly colored, igloo-like fiberglass _ r .
,f containers. •a=, -_
�� .r •. �
it'd_✓` The street and sanitation services
department acts as a broker for the _
.� recyclables,provides the domed con- I *' • . -
tamers,finds buyers,and takes mate- ( .'-2 ! •
- rials to the buyers. Funds from the 1 k_�`- _-'_{ • --'' - •
sale of the materials go back to the _ - ;- - 3
neighborhood organizations- If the -- '- ''
pilot project is successful, it will bel'.... -1 ....:-.-.
. ir: • =r
expanded to other organizations,andy �'�,
the city will receive a percentage of .r
j the funds to offset operating costs. - •
The Dry Gulch Recycling Center is •
the first multi-material recycling cen- • BRIGHTLY colored igloo-like containers encourage recycling in Dallas.
88 PUBLIC WORKS for November. 1f
SOLID WASTE ALTERNATIVES
TASK FORCE
(SWAT FORCE)
Meeting No. 4
October 19, 1988
5:00 P.M.
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by John Lucks at 5:05 P.M.
with the following members unable to attend : Antenen, Behrens,
Clemens, Killough , McCarthy and Nelson. Mr . Richard Vetter has
been appointed to fill the vacancy created by Mr . Traeger who had
to withdraw. Gary Miller was in attendance representing City
Staff .
Following a brief discussion, the minutes of Meeting No . 3
were approved after a motion was made by Pat Pearsaul and
seconded by Jim Williams.
Gary Miller distributed a package of handouts to be
discussed during the meeting . Mr . Mark MacLeod was introduced as
the Staff Coordinator in Schaumburg for a committee on recycling.
Mark has moved to Elgin and has expressed an interest in serving
on the SWAT Force, which will be pursued through the City
Manager .
Highlights of the dedication ceremonies at Settler ' s Hill
Sanitary Landfill on October 13, 1988 were outlined . Sue
Moylan, Marlene Shales, Kathy Woodman, and Larry Saxe attended .
Those highlights are summarized below:
- Kane County owns the 397 acre site.
- Kane County Forest Preserve and Waste Management , Inc .
(WMI ) worked eight years to plan and build a multi-use
recreational area.
- The landfill opened in 1968 and WMI began management in
1980.
- Recreational facilities to be phased over 10-15 year
period.
- Landfill is 25Y. filled.
- State-of-the-art monitoring lab ($25 million) with
55,600 S.F. , expandable to 100,000 S.F.
- The new lab tests ground water and limited surface water .
- 20,000 groundwater tests per year now; to triple in
5 years.
- Robatics technology implemented to operate 24 hours a day,
seven days a week .
- 5,000 groundwater wells (200 WMI landfills ) now sampled
4 times per year .
SWAT FORCE
Minutes, Meeting No. 4
Page 3
- Residents do the "Woodstock Stomp" to maximize the use
of their bags.
- 25 cents per bag goes for recycling operation, as does
the revenue from the sale of the collected materials.
- Promotion was done by direct mail .
- Mentally challenged individuals from the Pioneer Center
perform the sorting at the processing center operated
by Tom Scolero of McHenry-Woodstock Disposal (WMI ) .
- A monthly report for the operation will be mailed rela-
tive to volumes, weights and costs.
B. Drs?R=Off_Cenfer :
The center accepts newspaper , glass, cans, magazines,
cardboard , office paper and oil .
- Open 4 days a week 8 A.M. - 1 P.M.
- Paid help now includes 1 full-time manager and 2 part-
time persons, with volunteers.
- 2 months in operation following the publics exposure
to the McHenry County Defenders for 18 years.
- Concerned with environmental ethic and the education
( factor .
- Buy-back rates :
newspaper 1a/lb .
glass 2a/lb .
crushed cans 48a/lb .
non-crushed cans 46a/lb .
- Pay out $1 ,200-$1 ,500 per week , mostly for aluminum.
- Glass crusher consisted of plastic container , sledge
hammer and a cardboard shield.
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- Woodstock provides a site where grass and leaves may
be dropped off.
Apparently no formal composting "operation" has been
implemented .
The Illinois Association of Recycling Centers 1988
Conference is scheduled for November 17 and 18, 1988 in
Naperville. John Lucks plans to attend both days. Jean Jederman
and Doretta Williams will try to attend Thursday P.M. Kathy
Woodman and Jean will attend Friday. Gary will be out of town,
but will make necessary arrangements.
SWAT FORCE
LEGISLATION SUMMARY
SB 1616 ( Enacted 8/23/88) :
- Creates Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act .
- Counties over 100, 000 population and City of Chicago ,
must develop comprehensive solid waste plans by
March 1, 1991 .
- Plans to emphasize recycling , landfill alternatives .
- Establishes procedures and schedule for plan development ,
including public participation and plan approval by State
EPA .
- IEPA to assist counties in plan development , provide
grant funding .
- Counties must begin plan implementation within one year
of state approval ; plans to be updated each five years .
- Plans must include recycling program designed to achieve
15 percent recycling of county ' s municipal waste within
three years , 25 percent within five years .
-- ENR to assist counties in implementation of recycling
program . Provide grant and loan funding .
- Municipalities over 20 , 000 population can apply to ENR
for assistance grants for pilot recycling projects :
- Curbside recycling program for single family
residences .
- Drop off or buy back center .
- Grants limited to 50% project costs , not to exceed
$50 ,000/project .
- ENR limited to funding 25 projects ( others eligible
under existing grant program ) .
- By January 1, 1991 , plastic bottles/rigid containers
must be coded as to plastic resin type to assist
recycling efforts .
- By September, 1989 , no landfill can accept for disposal
truckloads consisting primarily of leaves. Leaves
separated at the source may be accepted by a landfill
for composting . Composted leaves used for final cover
or soil amendment .
HB 3389 ( Enacted 8/23/88) :
- Requires State Central Management Services (CMS) x ENR to
implement wastepaper collection programs for minimum of
five state facilities.
- CMS mandated to revise purchasing procedures by August 23 .
1989 to encourage use of recycled products.
- Requires CMS, within 24 months, to revise purchasing
procedures to encourage use of materials that can be
recycled .
- Mandates State purchase of recycled paper products
( 40/ post-consumer fiber content ) :
- By_July_189 - 10% of total volume .
- By_July__92 - 25/ of total volume .
- By_July__96 - 40/ of total volume .
- Gives ENR authority to provide low or no interest loans .
- Requires State agencies that maintain public lands to use
compost , where feasible .
- Mandates ENR and State Board of Education to develop and
conduct education programs .
- Requires CMS to conduct performance tests on refined
motor oil .
- Mandates ENR to conduct studies , by July 1989 , on:
- Methods to recycle scrap motor vehicle tires .
- Waste reduction strategies .
- Markets for landscape waste compost .
HB 4033 ( Enacted 8/23/88) :
- Amends Property Control Act and State Finance Act .
- Allows revenues_• from sale of recycled paper to be
placed in special account .
- Revenues used to defray costs for :
- Establishing additional wastepaper collection
programs .
- Off setting costs for purchase of recycled
paper products .
HB 3800 ( Amendatorily Vetoed , sent back to General Assembly ) :
- Defines composting , biodegradation, and biodeterioration.
- Excludes compost facilities from SB172 siting process .
- Requires landscape waste composting facilities to have
agency permit (except for landscape waste generated and
managed on same site ) .
- Establishes minimal permit conditions, which include:
- Site plan.
- Setback of 200 ft . from any well .
- Outside of ten year floodplain.
- Setback of 200 ft . from any residence.
- Minimize potential runoff and groundwater impacts .
- Dust and odor control .
-- Annual reporting .
- AfteF June 301 1990, no landfill shall accept landscape
waste for disposal , unless :
- Received in a biodegradable container .
- Composted on site .
- Compost is used for final cover or soil amendment .
SB 1599 ( Amendatorily vetoed by Governor , sent to General
Assembly ) :
- Defines terms biodeterioration, biodegradation and
biodegradable .
- Defines composting to include organic fraction of solid
waste , not only solid waste .
- After July 11 1990, landscape waste cannot be knowingly
mixed with municipal waste to be landfilled ( must be
segregated ) .
- After July 1 ,_ 1990, landscape waste cannot be knowingly
put into containers which are not biodegradable and con-
tain at least 6'/. cornstarch .
- After July 1 ,_ 1990, landfills cannot accept landscape
waste for final disposal . Landscape waste separated
from municipal waste may be accepted by a landfill if
separately composted .
- Landscape waste can be used for final cover or as soil
conditioner .
SWAT FORCE
Site Visits/Presentations/Workshops
1 . 9-21 -88: Remarks from Phil Elfstrom representing Kane
County .
2. 9-23-88 : ENR Workshop on Solid Waste Management
Alternatives .
3. 10-13-88 : Settlers Hill Dedication for Testing Center /
Landfill /Golf Course/Methane Gas Recovery.
4 . 10- 19-88 : Woodstock Site Visit for Curbside Recycling/
Sorting/Buy-Back Center .
5. 11 -02-88 : Presentation by Gary Mielke , ENR Manager for
Recycling .
b. 11 -04-88 : Stanton Equipment Recycling Forum .
7 . 11 -10-88: NSWMA Composting Workshop at U of I .
8. 11 --16-88 : DuKane Valley Council Meeting on Recycling .
9 . 11 -17-88: IARC Conference on Recycling in Naperville .
10. 12-07-88: Marti Jernberg ( EPB) presentation.
11 . 1 -04-89 : Greater Chicago Recycling Industry Council
presentation.
12 . 1 - 17-89 : Madison, WI RDF Facility and Waukesha , WI
Waste to Energy Facility site visits .
13 . 2-01 -89: WMI presentations on Recycling and Options .
February 18, 1988
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: Task Force for Handling Solid Waste
PURPOSE: The intent of this memorandum is to provide a summary
on the status of those individuals contacted to serve on a task
force to study handling of solid waste.
BACKGROUND: The following individuals who served on the ICB
Utilities Committee have been contacted to serve on the Task
Force with their response:
1 . Chuck Behrens, Yes
2. Lee Fitzsimmons, Yes
3. Dwain Lutzow, Considering
4. Nate Steffans, Yes
Others who have been contacted include:
5. Gil Nore (Elgin Proud & Beautiful ) , Yes
6. Peter Traeger (Artistic Carton) , Considering
7. Steve Byers (McGraw Wildlife) , Yes
8. Al Pagorski (SDE) , Yes
Others who we intend to contact include those from the following
agencies:
9. League of Women Voters
10. Kane County Audubon
11 . E.C.C.
12. Friends of Trout Park
13. Industry with Solid Waste Experience
14. Recycling programs in Elgin
15. Isaac Walton League
16. ICB Public Facilities Committee
17. ICB Finance Committee
FINANCIAL IMPACT: Not applicable at this time.
CONCLUSION: We will continue to solicit individuals to develop
a list of potential Task Force candidates for City Council
consideration.
J. Co, 7, City Manager
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January 6 , 1988
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: Task Force for Handling Solid Waste
PURPOSE: The intent of this memorandum is to present a plan
whereby a group of individuals could be selected to serve on a
task force to study handling of solid waste.
BACKGROUND: The landfill situation in our area is such that
costs continue to rise as the landfills approach capacity.
Consideration should be given to alternatives such as
incineration, recycling and contracting out garbage pick-ups.
Public input should be considered in an effort to help cut costs
immediately, possibly through recycling efforts, as well as long
term solutions such as incineration. Other innovative approaches
to the use of grass clippings , leaves and Christmas trees should
be explored. Public knowledge and support will be critical for
the implementation of successful programs .
It has been suggested a task force be established utilizing
interested persons from the Integrated Capital Budget ( ICB )
committees, Elgin Proud and Beautiful and staff. Members of the
Public Facilities Committee of the ICB program could be contacted
to determine names of interested individuals. Members of the
Finance Committee could also be contacted.
The President of Elgin Proud and Beautiful, Mr. Frank McCoy,
could also be contacted for names and suggestions. A minimum of
15 to 20 persons should be selected by the Mayor and City Council
to insure participation from all areas of the City.
Both Council members Shales and Moylan have expressed interest in
the formation of such a task force as a result of their
participation in seminars with representatives of other cities
who have explored this problem.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: This is not known at this time.
Task Force for Handling Solid Waste
January 6, 1988
Page 2 of 2
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Mayor and City
Council authorize the creation of a task force to study
collection and disposal of solid waste in Elgin and authorize the
Mayor to initiate efforts to identify and propose possible
members.
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December 1987 Published monthly by the Office of Technology Transfer
of the University of Illinois Center for Solid Waste Management and Research
Construction sThe Illinois Environmental Protection Aaencv in Before full operation begins,a test burn will be
October awarded a construction permit for a done to ensure that environmental standards are
Permit Granted municipal trash incinerator in Crestwood,a suburb met. If the burn is successful,the facility will be
for Crestwood southwest of Chicago.This will be the first awarded an operating permit.
municipal incinerator built in Illinois since 1970. Possibly the small size of this incinerator was a
Incinerator The incinerator,sponsored by the Southwest factor in its relatively easy licensing process.A
Council of Local Governments,will serve several Southwest Council official said,"People don't want
communities in the Crestwood area. It will burn a landfill of somebody else's garbage. But they
450 tons per day of trash and will generate take care of their own."Even the Citizens for a
electricity for possible resale. Construction will Better Environment did not object to the
Cost around S30 million and will take 15 to 18 Crestwood incinerator,terming its size as
months_ "appropriate."
Available The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and East St. Louis areas, and in Champaign,
Disposal (TEPA)has published a report entitled Available Urbana, Peoria, and Rockford. Because of the
p Disposal Capacity for Solid Waste in long lead time necessary to implement solid waste
Capacity for Illinois.This publication was prepared in management alternatives,these urban areas
Solid Waste in accordance with IEPA's mandate under the Illinois could face localized landfill capacity shortages.
Solid Waste Management Act to report annually Capacity shortages, however, are not limited to
Illinois on estimated remaining disposal capacity in the urban areas. Many counties in the state have no
state. •
landfill or only one. Landfills are not evenly
A basic conclusion of the report is that,at distributed across the counties nor are they easily
current rates of disposal and depletion of landfill accessible to many generators of waste.
capacity,the state has approximately 5.3 years Of the state's 102 counties,only 34 have the
before all its currently operating landfills exhaust capacity to adequately dispose of their own waste.
their existing permitted capacity. Some regions of Many of these counties import waste from other
the state have more time and some less,as shown
f,^....Fn, counties.There are 49 counties that export over
rte- -;1 in the following breakdown by regions: 50%of their waste. "As capacity continues to
jr_-- diminish,"says the report,"conflicts could arise as
fFr%'; r ) LLi Remaining
L �" ,�,j � Region Years counties begin to protect their local landfill
capacity from'outside'refuse."Each Illinois county
;~ ,^ is listed separately in the IEPA report,with its total
C7---."! -- LL. - Northwest Illinois 5.7 waste generated and total waste disposed. The
1-1:-.1 . Metropolitan Chicago 3.9 total waste disposed is broken down into amounts
"'' : ; Peoria-Quad Cities 9.4 disposed within individual landfills, and the
.-__ d ,-- . _ East Central Illinois 8.0 remaining capacities are given for each of these
f; w'N, -- West Central Illinois 8.5 landfills.
L" '—i :-) Metropolitan East St. Louis 5.6 IllinQs currently has 146 permitted sanitary
Southern Illinois 33.0
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.-===-'", �Ils and one municipal solid.wastP incinerator
ln4 elation. In 1970 it had over 1,200 garbage
9:11 .1 Especially critical are the situations in the Chicago dumps and ten municipal incinerators.At the
present time, 54 of the state's largest landfills waste will continue to be the least costly disposal
dispose of 92%of the state's waste,and contain option in Illinois."As these public costs become
82%of the remaining disposal capacity in the incorporated into the costs of landfills, recycling
state. Landfills are becoming fewer and bigger. and incineration will become more viable options.
Among the reasons for this are that siting has The solid waste disposal system has become
become more difficult and that compliance with increasingly privatized in recent years.Over 70%
new design and operating regulations has become of the landfills in Illinois are privately owned and/or
more costly. operated.While the private sector provides for the
In 1987 Illinois will dispose of 52,000,000 cubic majority of the disposal capacity, it is the public
yards of solid waste. Of this volume, 95%will be sector that approves siting and permitting of that
landfilled, 3%incinerated, and 2%recycled. By capacity.This has caused an adversarial
comparison, nationally 87%of solid waste is relationship between public and private sectors.
landfilled, 5%incinerated, and 8%recycled. The IEPA report concludes as follows: "Clearly,
Shifting the state's disposal mix to merely equalize the State faces a significant challenge with respect
national averages would require an 8%diversion to achieving the goals of the Solid Waste
of the waste stream from landfills toward Management Act. As this report shows,current
increased recycling and incineration.This in turn disposal practices are exactly opposite of the
would require"significant investments in alternate preferred waste management hierarchy.
disposal technologies,"according to the IEPA Moreover,there is an increasing divergence
report. between providers of disposal capacity and those
A reason for the predominance of landfilling is who permit and allow such capacity to be sited.
that economics currently favor this option. "Simply Such disparity reinforces the importance of
put,it is still cheaper to bury solid waste rather than immediate,comprehensive and well-orchestrated
incinerate or recycle it in Illinois,"according to the public and private sector planning. It is even more
IEPA. Incinerators require a much higher rate of important that planning of the solid waste
capitalization than landfills, and recycling"cannot management system be not the end but the
at the present time handle significant volumes of beginning.The greatest challenge lies in the
IRe solidwaste stream."The report observes:"It can achievement of responsible public and private
be argued that landfills are only less costly to sector implementation of this planning."
develop and operate in the short term because in Further information on the IEPA report
the past cleanup and long-term care costs have Available Disposal Capacity for Solid
been borne by the public at large (Superfund Waste in Illinois can be obtained from the Solid
Program, Clean Illinois, etc.). However, until the Waste Section, Illinois Environmental Protection
cost and pricing structure of landfills fully Agency,2200 Churchill Rd., Springfield, IL 62794-
incorporates these costs as well, landfilling of solid 9276, Tel. (217) 782-6761.
S'udge The DuPage County Public Works Department compost include nurseries,golf courses,
is investigating an alternative method of sludge landscapers, topsoil firms, botanical gardens,and
Composting in disposal,wherein the sludge is composted rather the general public. Specific instructions are
DuPage than landfilled. Composting of stabilized provided for correct use of the compost, in order
wastewater solids decomposes organic wastes to maximize its benefits and minimize possible
County into a safe, humus-like material.This process adverse health effects. Use near water sources or
eliminates the undesirable characteristics of with leafy or root vegetables,for example, is not
sludge, produces a valuable soil conditioner, and recommended.
economizes landfill space. DuPage County anticipates that it will be able
The composting process begins with the to compost upwards of 90%of the 18,000 cubic
anaerobic digestion and dewatering of the sludge. yards of sludge handled yearly in its plants.
This is then mixed with wood chips, a bulking For further information,contact Steven K.Dunn,
agent, until an approximate 60%moisture level is DuPage County Public Works Department,421 N.
reached.The mixture is then aerated for 21 days County Farm Rd.,Wheaton, IL 60187,Tel. (312)
under controlled temperature and positive 682-7540.
pressure, and later cured for 30 days. After the The U.S. EPA says that 8.4 million dry tons of
wood chips are removed by screening, the
compost is stored for subsequent distribution. sludge are generated annually. Of this,46.4%is
landfilled, 25,4%is land-applied, 20%is
Parties that have indicated interest in using this incinerated, and 6.6%is disposed of in the ocean.
•
EPA Issues The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency performance standards in the solicitation for bids
issued as a final rule a"Guideline for Recovered or in the reasonable performance standards of the
Guideline for Materials Content in Paper Products Procured by agency;or unreasonable price."
Federal the Federal Government."It also issued as a The proposed rule recommends percentage
Purchase of proposed rule an amendment to that guideline levels of recycled content for defining whether a
entitled,"Minimum Recovered Materials Content in product is recycled or not. Newsprint, high-grade
Recycled Paper and Paper Products Procured by the
y printing and writing papers,tissue products,
Paper Products Federal Government."These are contained in the packaging, and paperboards are considered.
p Federal Register of October 6, 1987. Recommended minimum percentages for
This guideline is one of several prescribed by recycled content range from zero to 90.
the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of Other guidelines that the EPA has issued in
1976(RCRA).The RCRA requires that if a federal, accordance with its RCRA obligation deal with
state,or local procuring agency uses appropriated cement and concrete containing fly ash, and
federal funds to purchase certain designated asphalt materials containing ground tire rubber.
items,such items must be composed of the Guidelines for re-refined lubricating oils and for
highest percentage of recovered materials retread tires are to be issued before December
practicable.The EPA is responsible for preparing 1987.A coalition of environmental groups sued
guidelines to assist procuring agencies in the EPA last August for its slowness in
complying with this RCRA requirement. promulgating guidelines for the purchase of
The final rule revises federal paper product recycled products, and will continue in its suit.
specifications and establishes an affirmative Further information about this and other matters
procurement program for recycled paper products. associated with RCRA can be obtained by calling,
• It states that:"A decision not to procure paper or toll free,the RCRA/Superfund Hotline at(800)
paper products containing postconsumer 424-9346.
recovered materials may be based only on one or Some states, including Maryland, New York,
more of the following factors: lack of competition California, and Oregon, have laws favoring the
among vendors;lack of reasonable availability purchase of recycled paper products.
within a reasonable time period;failure to meet the
Conferences Illinois Innovative Plastics Forum; Municipal Solid Waste Disposal and •
January 18, 1988;State of Illinois Center in Energy Production: Procedures under the
Chicago;sponsored by the Illinois State Chamber New Regulations;January 25-27, 1988; Lake
of Commerce,the Illinois Environmental Buena Vista, Florida;sponsored by the Institute of
Protection Agency, and the Illinois Department of Gas Technology; $475 for IGT members and
Energy and Natural Resources;free;for further municipal employees, $560 for others;for further
information call (217) 524-5465. information call (312)567-3744.
Use of The use of handicapped workers to collect and workshop. Profits are rebated to the
sort recyclables provides these workers with municipalities,since ARC is a nonprofit
Handicapped meaningful employment and also might aid local organization.
Workers in governments in swaying public opinion for Athens County, Ohio uses mentally
Recycling recycling. handicapped workers from its sheltered workshop
Municipalities in Somerset County, New Jersey program to help in its partially self-sustaining
negotiate recycling contracts with the Association recycling program.The city of Monroe,Wisconsin
of Retarded Citizens(ARC).The county provides (population 10,000)uses developmentally
trucks and equipment while ARC provides labor disabled workers to help in sorting recyclables.
for collecting and sorting. From the sale of the Incidentally, another source of labor for a
recycled products, ARC pays the operating costs recycling facility is people who have to do public
of the equipment and pays its workers a better service work for such offenses as drunken driving;
wage than they could receive in a sheltered Camden County, New Jersey uses this approach.
Holiday Th of Clauses Last Cff .,t;r,,. Seattle paid a private fr:/,a,
Messages :` Ilii. omr r:'. :e;:"JI!I Wood Wort^ R fo`€ry. t0 accept Christmas trees
Ir.r:� toe` and others liI • it h,�' • t n doing an for recycling. The cost was considerably less than
excellent lob of recycling since long before landfills what would have been spent to landfill the trees.
became a problem. Used clothes, appliances.
furniture, toys, etc. are transformed by them from Sharp-eyed readers of our last newsletter
waste to a source of employment and dignity. probably noticed that the lines printed in blue did
Such efforts should be supported by us all, not line up exactly with the lines printed in black.
especially in a time of holiday plenty when many Our honest printer pointed this out to us and
excess items are discarded from households. offered to do the whole job over. Since this would
have involved throwing 14,000 pages of almost-
"Leased-Christmas trees have become popular perfect paper into the garbage,we declined his
in Denmark, Germany. Austria, Sweden, and now offer.This is called"volume reduction at the source"
Philadelphia. Last Christmas 5,000 trees were —the first priority for waste management in the
sold by a store in the Philadelphia area for$10 Illinois Solid Waste Management Act Our action
each plus a S10 deposit Upon returning the trees, was an early Christmas present for our printer,and
the customers received their deposit back plus a an example of a way to keep unnecessary trash
bag of mulch made from used Christmas trees. out of the waste stream. Please forgive and forget
Everyone gains except the landfill, our crooked lines but remember our straight ideas.
A sludge composting operation in Columbus, We at the Office of Technology Transfer would
Ohio 051,5 the public to donate its used Christmas like to extend holiday greetings to our readers.
trees for fabrication of the wood chips used in the May all of you who are helping to keep Illinois
composting process. The c saves about$5 per clean and beautiful have a successful new year.
donated tree in chip costs plus unneeded
collection and disposal costs
The objective of this newsletter is to provide a service to government and business decision makers in Illinois by presenting them
an easy-to-read,timely, practical summary of important aspects in solid waste management. Subject matter for the newsletter reflects
the hierarchy of methods for waste management specified in the Illinois Solid Waste Management Act of 1986.This Act establishes
as state policy the following priority of methods, in descending order of preference:volume reduction at the source, recycling and
reuse,combustion with energy recovery, combustion for volume reduction, and disposal in landfill facilities.
The University of Illinois Center for Solid Waste Management and Research was established in support of the state's waste
management effort. This center comprises two complementary units, the Office of Solid Waste Research (OSWR) and the Office of
Technology Transfer(OTT). OSWR is directed by Roger A. Minear. OTT is directed by Richard A. Wadden and has the following
staff:Gary R. Brenniman and William H. Hallenbeck, Associate Directors;Theresa Pastore, Resource Coordinator;and Michael J.
Spreitzer, Newsletter Editor. OTT welcomes comments,questions, news items, and requests for free subscriptions to this newsletter.
Please contact the editor at the return address given below or by telephone(312) 996-0826.
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Mr Melford Dahl
Director of Public Works
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120
Let ' s Make Garbage Pay
by
Jackie De Laney
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Mayor Van De Voore. City Councilmen . Citizens of Elgin ;
One of the biggest problems facing the state of Illinois
and the Nation is waste disposal . I would like to propose
that we give serious consideration to making Elgin the waste
disposal capital of the Midwest. I would further propose that
Elgin acquire the property where the Elgin Mental Health
Center is located - a property that is no longer being
utilized to its fullest extent; a property where many
buildings have been allowed to fall into disrepair - and
build a huge garbage disposal facility.
We ' re producing more and more garbage and have fewer and
fewer places to dispose of it. Nobody wants a landfill or
balefill in their back yard . Nobody wants it in their city,
town , or state. A barge full of New York garbage went
practically around the world before finally being disposed
of . It is such a major issue that a Rock band , Huey Lewis and
the News, recorded a song about "We' re all dreaming of living
in a perfect world" and did a video standing atop the New
York garbage barge. The cost of waste management is
skyrocketing , and the dangers to the environment have been
well documented. According to Congressman Dennis Hastert, the
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Army Corps of Engineers has recommended that a balefill
proposed for an area near Bartlett (at the corner of West
Bartlett and Gifford Road on the Kane and Cook County
boundary ) be turned down due to potential contamination to
the aquifer . This aquifer is a source of water for six
counties and services 300,000 people.
There are people in Elgin who will object to this
proposal . After all , there is nothing glamorous about being a
waste disposal capital . In fact, it is downright degrading .
And who E C:ui»g to pay for all this?
Let' s consider the last objection first. The city could
raise the mchsv three ways; either through property taxes or
municiple bonds or a combination of the two. After the money
is raised , or at least enough of it to get started , we could
hire individuals with degrees in waste management to draft
plans. The best of these containing state of the art
technology would be used . We want to assure the citizens of
Elgin that there will be no toxic side affects to the
community. The industry itself would have far reaching and
inclusive possibilities. If the planning is done with vision ,
the ramifications could be exciting . As a byproduct of
incineration , electricity would be produced which could be
sold to Commomwealth Edison . Garbage could be sorted into
recyclable groups such as glass, paper, or metal . School
children would see an industry taking shape that they could
participate in now by learning about conservation and perhaps
be employed by later.
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Elgin could contract with other municipalities such as
Chicago to dispose of their trash. We could charge them by
the truckload , or we could buy our own fleet of trucks and
collect their garbage. Elgin would be on the move both
figuratively and literally.
To those who would object on the grounds that a garbage
disposal plant is degrading , I would like to point out that
there is nothing more degrading than unemployment . Elgin
needs a new industry. Elgin needs revitalizing . At one time,
Elgin was known throughout the world for its watch factory.
It was the biggest employer in the city. Like the watch
factory, the jobs required to operate a a gigantic , efficient
waste disposal plant could number in the thousands. There
would be engineers, supervisors , sorters, and truck drivers,
to name just a few. These jobs would be made attractive by
paying liberal salaries and by providing health care and job
securitv benefits.
So Mayor, City Councilmen , Citizens of Elgin , as you can
see, there is a need for a waste management industryand
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Elgin can fill that need . We have all of the ingredients: we
have foresight, we have the necessary work force, and we even
have a great location . Sot we cannot afford to wait. We must
act now.