Integrated Resources & Solid Waste Management Plan Update - Dec 2009

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3.0 SOURCE REDUCTION IRSWMP have been incorporated into this Plan. The remaining components are expected to be implemented over the longer term, as part of the County's effort to take incremental steps toward achieving zero waste. 3.2.3 Review of 2002 IRSWMP Following is a summary of the recommendations put forth in the 2002 IRSWMP relative to source reduction, and a description of the actions taken to achieve each recommendation. 2002 IRSWMP Recommendation Status Source Reduction and Reuse Hire County Recycling Coordinator The County hired a full -time Recycling Coordinator in mid - 2003 who is responsible for directing other County staff and vendors engaged in waste reduction and recycling efforts. Ban Yard Trimmings at Recycling and No ban has been established to date. In order to establish Transfer Stations and Landfills such a ban it is necessary to provide an alternative process for disposal of yard trimmings. The County has issued a request for proposals to determine if there are vendors interested in operating a yard trimmings disposal facility. Establish County Policy to Restrain Disposal In 2007 the Solid Waste Division drafted a resolution that of Recyclable Materials would mandate recycling at County offices. This has not yet been implemented. Increase Tipping Fees at Landfills The County has incrementally increased the landfill tipping fees from $35 /ton in 2002 to the currently approved rate of $85 /ton in 2007. Increasing the tipping fee provides incentive to generate less waste. Enhance Construction and Demolition (C &D) The County opened the Kea'au Recycling and Reuse Waste Recovery Center, as well as two smaller reuse centers at the Laupahoehoe and Keauhou Recycling and Transfer Stations, each of which collects limited C &D materials for reuse. Increase Incentives for Diversion of Clean The County is encouraging demolition permit applicants to C &D Wastes include a re -use component in demolition plans for larger projects. Phase -in Landfill Bans on Recyclable C &D The County is currently focused on Public Education and Wastes facilitating private entities that can create programs or facilities that provide incentives for diversion of clean C &D wastes. In 2007 Arc of Hilo opened a C &D waste re -use center and is promoting this to local contractors. Institute New Fee System for Waste Not implemented yet. Management ! $ The current status of source reduction efforts in Hawaii County is described below. This discussion includes (1) a description of County operated or sponsored programs, (2) an overview of County waste reduction staffing levels, (3) a description of other programs conducted by private entities, and (4) recent or pending legislative efforts. December 2009 3 -3