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Commission orders two food‑waste containers after budget review; Metro units chosen
Summary
After reviewing budget projections, the commission ordered two food‑waste receptacles (Metro units) for Brookside Drive, paying just under $10,000 for both; staff will issue an RFP for related siting and add extra cans at the transfer station.
Following a review of projected revenue and recent tonnage trends, the Fairfield Solid Waste and Recycling Commission moved ahead with procurement of two food‑waste receptacles.
John (United Home Sanitation) said staff ordered two Metro‑style food‑waste containers about two weeks earlier, noting Metro’s prices had risen but that the commission avoided Big Belly units because of mandatory training and software fees the members found unattractive. He said the two units together came in “just under $10,000” and that purchase orders have been issued.
Commission staff and members discussed siting the containers at Brookside Drive, relocating them closer to existing garbage and recycling receptacles and placing them under a street light for visibility. Staff said they will prepare a concrete pad and add two extra cans at the transfer station; a request for proposals (RFP) to cover the site and transfer‑station needs is being prepared.
Members emphasized timing and process: the purchases were described as already ordered and staff are completing vendor setup in the town system. The commission did not record a separate formal approval vote for this procurement during the meeting; members said it was authorized based on reviewed budget projections and prior staff direction.
