Project Description and Justification The Wellford Landfill is currently permitted to accept and grind yard debris into mulch. The permitted wood chipping/mulch area is currently located within the future Phase VII, Class three landfill expansion. In order to proceed with the Phase VII construction, the wood chipping/mulch area will need to be re-permitted and re-located to another area within the Wellford Landfill facility. The Solid Waste department is currently grading an area adjacent to our existing maintenance building and recycling pad in anticipation of the relocation. This project will consist of permitting and constructing a concrete pad (approximately 175' x 325') and associated gravel entrance/exit roads and storm water controls (catch basins and drainage pipes). This project supports Council's strategic vision to develop an effective and efficient infrastructure plan as it is a core component of the site plan for the Wellford Landfill and supports the build-out of the Phase VII MSW landfill. This project has the potential to diversify the revenue stream for the Wellford Landfill by providing a facility capable of hosting a composting program for which tipping fees may be charged, should the County choose to pursue this to reduce the overall cost of operating a solid waste system. As of January 23, 2024, this project is going through the permitting and design process. This project is currently in the FY 2014-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.
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