Kent County reviews governance options for solid-waste system; consultants flag major liabilities
Raftelis consultants presented an exploratory Phase 1 strategic review comparing four governance models for Kent County’s solid waste system, stressing unclear accountability under the current structure and flagging environmental liabilities (estimated $80.7M) as a key constraint on any sale or restructure.
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Raftelis Financial Consultants presented Phase 1 of a strategic review of Kent County’s Department of Public Works solid waste system and said the study is exploratory and "does not yet recommend a preferred option." The consultants outlined four options: maintain current operations; convert DPW to a full county department; create an independent public authority; or pursue privatization/asset sale.
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