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Presentation and Discussion on the Outcomes of the Village Waste Characterization Study
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Introduction
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The Village initiated its first residential Waste Characterization Study in June 2025 to identify opportunities for waste reduction and improved diversion. A final Material Characterization Study and Opportunity Assessment Report was completed by SCS Engineers at the conclusion of the project with support from the Village and Lakeshore Recycling Systems. Major components of the project include an analysis of the Village's historical solid waste data and existing programs, an audit of the Village's residential waste streams (trash, recycling, and compost), a community waste survey, and opportunities for improvement.
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Recommended Action
There is no recommended action at this time as this is a presentation and discussion.
Prior Board Action
Th Village Board adopted a Resolution approving a professional services agreement with Sterns, Conrad and Schmidt, Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the development of a waste characterization study in an amount not to exceed $83,560 on June 10, 2025 (RES 25-220).
Background
On August 1, 2022, the Village Board adopted Climate Ready Oak Park, a comprehensive and long-range plan developed in response to the global climate crisis. This action plan includes WG01. Conduct a Waste Characterization Study as a primary step towards expanding the Village's waste goals and database. Obtaining this specific solid waste data will result in more accurate Greenhouse Gas Inventories and better inform environmental programs, policy, and planning.
The Environmental Services Division issued an RFP on January 29, 2025, for a Waste Characterization Study, which will identify the composition of residential waste streams in Oak Park and provide staff with recommended viable strategies for meeting the waste diversion and reduction needs, goals, and priorities of the Village. The proposal from SCS...
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