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Landfill moves on phase-two construction and new greenhouse-gas reporting; recycling seeks state rebate
Summary
Landfill staff reported completion of earthwork for phase 2, ongoing construction quality assurance reporting and a new greenhouse-gas portal requirement; recycling staff said they will apply for a CDPHE rebate tied to diversion metrics.
Landfill and recycling staff updated the Custer County Board of Commissioners on May 22 about progress on landfill phase 2, new greenhouse-gas reporting requirements and an application for a state recycling rebate.
Why it matters: Phase 2 expansion affects the county's ability to accept seasonal waste volumes; greenhouse-gas reporting is a new regulatory requirement and the recycling rebate could provide funding to support landfill and recycling activities.
Landfill update - Construction: Staff reported phase 2 earthwork and berm construction are underway and that a construction quality assurance (CQA) report will be completed after certification; phase 1 can be used while phase 2 is prepared. - Regulatory: The state air pollution control division released a new greenhouse-gas reporting portal; landfill staff are meeting with state officials to understand methane calculations and compliance steps. The portal originally required reporting by March 31; staff said the state is offering leeway during onboarding. - Well and rebates: Staff said an on-site groundwater well will require abandonment and replacement before some work proceeds; staff discussed using possible CDPHE recycling rebate funds to help cover well work.
Recycling update - Volume & revenue: Recycling production and sales are up year-to-date, with cardboard production strong; year-to-date sales revenue reported around $11,572.36 through April. - Rebate application: Recycling staff said they are preparing an application to CDPHE (rebate based on mileage/volume/diversion metrics) with award notifications expected in July and plan to use initial funding to support the well/recycling infrastructure.
Next steps: Staff will complete the CQA report, coordinate with the state on greenhouse-gas reporting and submit the CDPHE rebate application; commissioners will be briefed on any funding awards.
