Submitted By
John P. Wielebnicki, Director of Public Works
Reviewed By
LKS
Agenda Item Title
Title
A Resolution Authorizing Continued Support of and Participation in the West Cook County Solid Waste Agency's Regional Disposal Project
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Overview
Overview
This item will allow for continued participation in the West Cook County Solid Waste Agency's Regional Disposal Project. The Regional Disposal Project serves as means for the Village to dispose of refuse collected by the Village's waste hauler.
Body
Staff Recommendation
Approve the Resolution.
Fiscal Impact
The Environmental Services Fund provides for the collection and disposal of refuse, recycling, yard waste and organics. The collection service is paid to the Village's contract hauler, Waste Management. The disposal fees (tipping fees) are paid to the West Cook County Solid Waste Agency who manages the contract with the transfer station and landfill.
In FY 2018 in account no. 5055-43760-101-530660, General Contractuals, $564,142.00 is budgeted for disposal.
Background
The Regional Disposal Project (RDP) is an intergovernmental cooperative project created and administered by the West Cook county Solid Waste Agency (WCCSWA) to provide participating municipalities with a cost effect, long term contract for solid waste disposal.
In September 1995, Oak Park was one of the first fifteen communities to participate in the RDP by entering into a Project Use Agreement with WCCSWA. By combining solid waste tonnages from area communities the WCCSWA issued a RFP and developed a contract for transfer and disposal of solid waste at a reduced rate than would otherwise be realized by individual municipalities. Services under the negotiated rate began in 1997. By participating in the RDP, the Village realized an immediate savings of nearly 11% on tipping fees.
The Village has had a positive experience participating in the RDP.
The current contract with the WCCSWA and the transfer station/landfill operat...
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