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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/02/1991 SWC Minutes(Special Meeting)MOUNT PROSPECT RECYCLING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MAY 2, 1991 PRESENT: Dick Bachhuber, Elizabeht Herbert, Paul Hoefert, Joe Kubik, George Luteri, Ken Westlake and Mary Winkler. Glen Andler and Lisa Angell - Public Works Staff Larry Smith - Daily Herald Reporter ABSENT: Bill Donovan and Carl Maas CALL TO ORDER Chairman Westlake called the meeting to order at 7:35 PM. Before the meetings discussion turned to implementation of the new solid waste contract Glen Andler updated the Commissioners on the yard material program. He stated another order of 65,000 yard bags will be placed. Based on sales to date, if another was not placed, there would not be enough bags to accomodate residents before the August 1 sticker program. Mr. Andler also stated the contract with ARC is being drafted and Public Works has a meeting scheduled for Monday, May 6 to discuss route scheduling, pickup days, etc. He also distributed the recycling bin bid that was sent to vendors. In reviewing the specifications a concern was raised regarding the specifications for post -consumer resin used in the bins. The Commission requested Public Works research availability of bins made from 100% post -consumer resins. Mr. Andler stated he would contact vendors in receipt of bid specifications. Chairman Westlake asked the feasibility of recommending collection of mixed paper and corrugated cardboard to the Board of Trustees when he writes his letter of recommendation. Following discussion it was decided to keep the recommendation for only mixed paper. NEW SOLID WASTE CONTRACT As all the Commissioners received an outline of the tasks to be accomplished for successful implementation of the program Mr. Andler reviewed this document with a corresponding time frame. He suggested the Commission schedule a Special Meeting for May 30 to review the final draft of mailings to residents. The Commission agreed and the meeting was set for May 30. Mr. Andler reviewed the time table for bins, including delivery, educational materials, presentations and if necessary changes in route schedules. He suggested the Commission focus on June and July for the Speakers Bureau; presentations to community organizations, churches, etc. A suggestion was made to place signs announcing recycling expansion at key points in the Village. No action was taken on this suggestion. Mr. Andler stated ARC'S trucks will be at the Open House and in the 4th of July parade. Mr. Andler distributed a sample of the proposed recycling instruction sheet which will adhere to the new bins. The Commission questioned the need for bin receipts. Public Works staff stated the information was used to control bin inventory. Residents will receive a direct mailing the end of June to include a letter from the Mayor and a brochure discussing solid waste and the need to reduce the waste stream. Mr. Andler mentioned that it was unlikely multifamily properties would simultaneously receive recycling services. He anticipates a 3 to 4 week phase-in period. The recycling containers at multifamily sites will be painted a different color then the garbage dumpsters and will have the same stickers on the outside as the instruction on the residential recycling bin. Propery Managers will be asked to distribute recycling brochures to multifamily residents. Public Works staff will be meeting with Property Managers/Owners to present rate structure and incentive to recycle. The Commission felt the formula for multifamily collection rates needs to be more detailed than the brief explanation provided in the overview of the contract. The Commission then focused on developing the list of bulk items. (see attached) OTHER The Commission viewed a video from Dekalb Disposal demonstrating their mixed paper collection. Chairman Westlake updated the Commission on he and Glen Andler's outcome with the Courts of Randview. The Courts of Randview will be recycling through the commingled dumpster type container system. Paul Hoefert requested discussion be open again on the suggestion to change the name of the Commission. Although this has been discussed before he felt this was the perfect time to take action. Following lenghthy discussion the motion to recommend the Commission's name be changed to Mount Prospect Waste Reduction and Control Commission was moved and seconded. The recommendation was defeated by a vote of 3 to 4. Following further discussion the motion to recommend to the Board for Trustees that the Commission's name be changed to Mount Prospect Solid Waste Commission was moved and seconded. The recommendation was approved by a 4 to 2 vote, 1 abstain. As this was the last official meeting for Paul Hoefert and Joe Kubik Chairman Westlake took the opportunity to thank both Paul and Joe for their dedicated service and encouraged them both to attend future meetings when possible. Before the meeting was called to adjourn Vice Chair George Luteri referred the Commissioners to his outline highlighting significant points of the program which should be part of residential mailings. He made specific reference to the tax issue stating residents should be aware of how taxes could be affected. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business the motion to adjourn was moved, seconded and unanimously approved. The meeting adjourned at 9:45 PM. Respectfully submitted,