March 14, 2007
Solid Waste Department
9 a.m.
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MEMBERS PRESENT: |
Terry Hanson, Maureen Freedland, Jason Gilman, Leon Pfaff, Dale Hexom, Steve Hogden, LaMoine Parkhurst, Pete Riester, Dave Corcoran |
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MEMBERS EXCUSED: |
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MEMBERS ABSENT: |
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OTHERS PRESENT: |
Brian Tippetts, Jeff Gloyd, Jon Schrader, Dave Lange, Hank Koch, Larry Hougom, Margaret Wood, Steve Schiffli, John Staats, Tom Mosher, Rick Frank, |
Terry Hanson, Committee Chair, called the meeting to order at 9 a.m.
Approval of Minutes
Annual Report
Miscellaneous Information
MOTION by Hexom/Freedland to approve the meeting minutes of December 13, 2006 and January 10, 2007. Motion Carried Unanimously.
DISPOSAL OF UNUSED MEDICATIONS
Jeff Gloyd gave the board an update on pharmaceutical collection. This issue is gaining national momentum related to environmental, drug abuse, and poisoning concerns. The HHM program, along with partners including medical centers, environmental organizations, pharmacies, State agencies and more, is working with local law enforcement to develop a collection program. The County Sheriff, Corporation Counsel, and Jeff are looking into ways to efficiently collect all medications (including controlled substance) at the facility as part of the permanent program. Jeff will keep the board informed of progress.
POLICY ON LANDFILL OPERATIONS CONTRACT BID COLLABORATION
Monroe County will be making a decision on the future of its landfill in August. Brian has discussed with Jack Dittmar, Monroe County Director of Public Works, regarding a possible collaboration in the landfill operations contract between the Counties. The La Crosse County landfill operations contract expires June 30, 2008.
MOTION by Freedland/Hexom to support collaboration of a Landfill Operations contract between La Crosse County and Monroe County. Motion Carried Unanimously.
REVIEW OF GOVERNORS REPORT ON WASTE MATERIALS RECOVERY AND DISPOSAL
Brian presented a Powerpoint presentation highlighting areas of the Governor’s Report. The Governor’s Report on Waste Materials Recovery and Disposal can be accessed electronically by going to: http://www.wasteresources.wisconsin.gov/ then click on the Final Report tab.
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF GOVERNORS REPORT ON WASTE MATERIALS RECOVERY & DISPOSAL
MOTION Hexom/Gilman to support Resolution Re: Support of Final Report of the Governor’s Task Force on Waste Materials, Recovery and Disposal. Motion Carried Unanimously.
REVIEW OF SOLID WASTE POLICY BOARD SURVEY ON REGIONAL SOLID WASTE ISSUES
Brian reviewed the survey results of the top 20 solid waste issues of regional interest as ranked by the Policy Board and Policy Board staff. The bar chart identified the top 20 issues from the survey. Further discussion is needed at the next Policy Board meeting and the relevant staff of the SWPB will meet to discuss and advance the SWPB interests before the next SWPB regular quarterly meeting.
DIRECTION ON COMMUNICATION ISSUES
Brian presented a Powerpoint presentation on communication issues and who is to be responsible for communication. Brian suggested the staff meet to discuss this issue and bring back recommendations at the next Policy Board meeting (handout attached to minutes).
MOTION by Freedlund/Hexom for the staff to talk about how communication issues should best be handled so that the policy issues of regional interest that has emerged most important can be dealt with on a collaborative regional way. Motion Carried Unanimously.
DIRECTION ON DISASTER DEBRIS PLANNING
Steve Schiffli, Buffalo County Recycling/Solid Waste/Emergency Management Director presented an informational briefing on a direction the board should explore in regards to disaster debris planning. Steve indicated that the plan should be tailored from existing emergency management plans with a focus on a standardized and unified response. Jon Schrader commented on FEMA requirements that must be in place prior to requesting disaster assistance. Jon further indicated that the administrative requirements for FEMA reimbursement are complex. Steve recommended that an individual from the Corps of Engineers speak to the board at the next meeting. It was agreed that this meeting would be informative for all Public Works staff and they should be invited. Steve will arrange a meeting date and time.
AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
Disaster Debris Planning
Communication issues with the policy issues of regional interest
Top 20 Policy Issues of Regional Interest
MOTION by Parkhurst/Hexom to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried Unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.
The above minutes may be approved, amended, or corrected at the next Committee meeting.
Buffie Linberg, Recorder