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Solid waste staff propose 7 new FTEs and land purchase for first transfer station; landfill RNG could yield $500K–$1M
Summary
Solid Waste staff said a new transfer station and additional collections staffing are needed to serve west‑side growth; they estimated $500,000–$1,000,000 in first‑year revenue from renewable natural gas captured at the landfill but called estimates preliminary.
Solid Waste and Recycling Director Brenda Annie explained that maintaining current service levels amid growth requires additional personnel and equipment. For FY27, the department is requesting seven new FTEs (including four for residential collections) and funds to acquire land for a first transfer station to consolidate waste, reduce long‑haul trips and lower operational costs as west‑side development expands.
On revenue, staff reported the landfill project began sending gas into the pipeline on July 2 and initial estimates for renewable natural gas proceeds range from $500,000 to $1,000,000 for the first year, but staff cautioned the number is speculative until the first payment arrives and volumes are confirmed. Council members asked about the transfer‑station location, future north‑side planning and the timeline for better RNG revenue visibility; staff said the first check is expected about 60 days after pipeline insertion and they will return with updated figures.
