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WHEREAS, the SHSL is projected to reach maximum capacity at current activity levels within <br />six (6) to eight (8) years; and <br />WHEREAS, programs like organic waste diversion and compost operations divert material out <br />of the waste stream, preserve natural resources and prolong the life of the existing landfills; and <br />WHEREAS, organic waste diversion and compost operations will provide valuable products <br />such as mulch and compost for local consumers and businesses, reducing the need and related costs to <br />import these products; and <br />WHEREAS, organic waste diversion from County transfer stations and landfills currently diverts <br />green waste and untreated wood and can also divert other organic waste materials such as biosolids, food, <br />paper, biodegradable plastics and FOGS (Fats, Oils & Grease); and <br />WHEREAS, the County is preparing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for furnishing and <br />implementing organic waste diversion sites and compost operations for the Department of Environmental <br />Management; and <br />WHEREAS, the high equipment and operations start-up costs, estimated at between $1,500,000 <br />and $2,000,000, require a multi -year commitment to enable a contractor to recover costs and secure <br />reasonable terms for equipment financing; and <br />WHEREAS, a multi -year commitment also provides the County the most favorable opportunity <br />for competitive bids; and <br />WHEREAS, it is in the County's best interest to contract the operation of organic waste <br />diversion sites based on a ten (10) year agreement at an estimated price per ton not to exceed an annual <br />average of $70 and provide the Director of Environmental Management with the ability to negotiate for <br />two (2) option periods of up to five years each to extend the contracted services, subject to review by the <br />County Council; and <br />WHEREAS, Article X, Section 10 -11 of the County Charter requires that any contract, lease or <br />other obligation requiring payment of funds from the appropriations of a later fiscal year or more than one <br />fiscal year be approved by resolution. <br />2 <br />