Solid waste feedback sought

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Time is running out for people to provide feedback on proposed options to manage residential and commercial waste in the region.

Time is running out for people to provide feedback on proposed options to manage residential and commercial waste in the region.

With public consultation closing soon, the Regional District of North Okanagan encourages residents to provide some last-minute feedback regarding the waste disposal targets for the region.

Reducing waste disposal at RDNO landfills and transfer stations from 550 kg/capita/year to 350 kg/capita/year can be achieved if the options for diverting organics, household garbage, construction, demolition waste and waste from businesses, institutions and industries are implemented over the next 10 years, as outlined in the Solid Waste Management Plan Update released on March 14.

RDNO staff and consultants have met with RDNO directors, municipal staff and councils, chambers of commerce, the Okanagan Indian Band and other key stakeholders to obtain input and endorsement of the plan options.

Residents will have until Sunday, April 29 to fill out the online survey, or provide feedback via email.

“We appreciate how dedicated everyone has been in making time to sit down with us to have discussions and provide feedback on this important process,” said Mike Fox, RDNO general manager of community services. “This Plan will help reduce waste throughout the Region, and provide a path for waste management in the future.”

The following currently remain available for public input:

• Public survey (until April 29) at www.rdno.ca/swsurvey
• Technical information: www.rdno.ca/swmp
• Email subscription: www.rdno.ca/subscribe
• Feedback email address: [email protected]