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College Place joins county adoption of 2024–2029 solid and hazardous waste plan
Summary
City staff asked the council to adopt the Walla Walla County 2024–2029 comprehensive solid and hazardous waste management plan as a joint plan; council adopted the plan by voice vote after brief Q&A about costs and participation.
College Place on Feb. 25 voted to adopt the Walla Walla County 2024–2029 comprehensive solid and hazardous waste management plan as a participating jurisdiction in the county’s joint plan.
Why it matters: State law requires local jurisdictions to have a solid and hazardous waste plan updated every five years to remain eligible for certain grant funding and to coordinate countywide waste management policy.
Staff presentation and public process: Eugene McAnvey introduced the item and said the plan update was prepared by county staff with consultant assistance and public outreach. A City of Walla Walla staff member (Ms. Milan) presented the update, noting the plan was last updated in 2014, a consultant was selected in 2020, and Ecology (state environmental agency) returned comments in November 2024 that were incorporated into the draft.
Council questions and staff responses: A council member asked whether adopting the joint plan would carry any direct or indirect costs for College Place. Staff replied that adoption itself carries no required direct cost; participation in specific programs would be optional and any future expenses would depend on which services the city chose to take part in. Staff noted adoption supports eligibility for grant funding for local solid-waste programs.
Action taken: The council adopted resolution 25-012, authorizing adoption of the 2024–2029 comprehensive solid and hazardous waste management plan and confirming the city’s participation in the joint city–county plan. The motion was seconded and carried by voice vote.
Context and next steps: Staff said the joint plan was the city’s existing approach under a 2021 local agreement; the county-led plan reduces duplication across small jurisdictions and helps the cities remain eligible for Ecology grant funding. Adoption does not commit the city to specific program costs beyond any future voluntary participation decisions.
Ending: The approved plan will be filed as the jurisdiction’s required solid and hazardous waste management plan; staff will follow up on any grant opportunities and implementation steps identified in the plan.
