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DPW study estimates $10.9 million to build a third drop-off center; city to seek long-term recycling processor
Summary
A feasibility report estimated a standalone third drop-off center would cost about $10.9 million to construct and about $3.0 million a year to operate; DPW said co-locating a transfer station would increase upfront cost but lower operating expense, and the department is pursuing grants and procurement steps.
The Public Works Committee reviewed a DPW feasibility study on creating a third residential drop-off center in Milwaukee (file 250935). The study presented construction and operating cost estimates, projected usage and benefits.
DPW told the committee a standalone four-acre drop-off center would cost an estimated $10.9 million to build and cost about $3.0 million annually to operate. DPW staff said co-location with a transfer station (an eight-acre site in the study’s scenario) would raise…
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