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Sedgwick County outlines solid waste programs; pilot mattress-coupon plan proposed to curb illegal dumping
Summary
County solid waste staff reviewed programs required by KDHE and run from the household hazardous waste facility to remote collection, e-waste and tire events; proposed a fall pilot of 3,000 mattress coupons to reduce roadside dumping. Staff provided usage and cost figures and said most program revenue comes from a dedicated solid waste fee.
Susan (last name not specified) reviewed Sedgwick County's solid waste programs for commissioners, describing the household hazardous waste facility, remote collection events, Christmas tree recycling, MedSafe drug drop boxes, tire and electronic-waste events, bulky-waste coupons and a proposed pilot mattress coupon program.
Why the county runs these programs
Susan said KDHE requires a solid waste plan and a solid waste committee (with specific positions and board appointments). The county’s functions include plan maintenance, facility inspection, public education and operation of a household hazardous waste facility that accepts many consumer hazardous materials for free. She told commissioners these programs reduce landfill space, keep hazardous materials out of waterways and reduce illegal dumping.
Key program numbers and examples
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