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Commissioners approve emergency repairs to landfill leachate line after break
Summary
County engineer asked the board to declare an emergency to repair a broken leachate transmission line serving the headquarters landfill; commissioners moved to approve immediate contracting and the motion passed with an affirmative vote.
County engineers told commissioners an emergency repair is needed for a leachate transmission line that carries leachate from the headquarters landfill 16 miles to the 3 Rivers Regional Wastewater Authority for treatment. Staff said the line broke last week, that Ecology has been consulted and that any spilled material had been cleaned up under Ecology guidance.
The county brought a resolution declaring an emergency so contractors could begin work immediately. A motion to approve emergency contracting for the repair was moved and the chair called for the vote; the board recorded 'Aye' and the motion passed. Staff will finalize contracting paperwork and proceed with repair work as soon as possible. The engineer said the repair can proceed immediately if approved.
Why it matters: The transmission line carries landfill leachate for treatment; a break can pose operational and environmental risks and requires quick repair to maintain wastewater and landfill operations.
What happens next: Staff will complete emergency contracting and report back on repair status and costs at the next available meeting.
