HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014 01_OPWA_Recycle Master Plan_2014.02.18OWASSO PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE OWASSO PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY OF OWASSO, OKLAHOMA
ADOPTING THE RECYCLING MASTER PLAN AS A POLICY STATEMENT OF THE AUTHORITY
FOR THE EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE OWASSO PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY
RECYCLING PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, it is the policy of the Owasso Public Works Authority to be proactive in matters of
growth and development of tomorrow; and,
WHEREAS, On December 20, 2011, the Owasso Public Works Authority awarded a contract
with SAIC to develop a Recycling Master Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Owasso Public Works Authority reviewed the 2014 Recycling Master Plan, as
developed by SAIC, during their November 12, 2013 meeting and held a public hearing on
February 4, 2014 in order to gather citizen input on the Recycle Master Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Owasso Public Works Authority desires to adopt the plan as a policy statement
for the development and expansion of publicly financed improvements to the recycling program
of the Owasso Public Works Authority.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Owasso Public Works Authority of Owasso, Oklahoma
that the Owasso Public Works Authority hereby adopts the 2014 Recycling Master Plan as a policy
statement for the Authority.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this the 18th day of February, 2014.
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SUBJECT: Resolution Adopting Recycling Master Plan
Resolution No. 2014-01
DATE: February 14, 2014
BACKGROUND:
The City of Owasso constructed the original recycle center in 1988, providing a valuable service
to the citizens of Owasso. The recycle center accepts aluminum, paper, glass, plastics, and
several other materials and items. As Owasso has increased in population, the usage of the
recycle center has increased, but the facilities remain as they were constructed in the late 80's.
The center has exceeded capacity on the 0.50 acre site and staff anticipates relocating the
facility to a site immediately south of the existing location. In FY 2012, the OPWA approved
funding for the creation of a Recycle Master Plan to meet the current and future recycling
needs for Owasso.
In December 2011, SAIC was hired to develop a master plan based on 20 year growth and
provide recommendations for phased expansion to increase the capacity of the recycling
facilities. The project, as a minimum, included a site assessment of the current and future
designated site, determination of the ultimate capacity based on the Owasso Comprehensive
Plan; discussed regionalization of the center for adding neighboring communities as customers,
the possible addition of curb-side recycling services, and the incorporation of a materials
recovery facility "MRF" or a dirty materials recovery facility "dirty MRF" to the center. It also
reviewed the potential for a composting facility.
In November 2013, a draft of the Master Plan was presented to Trustees and discussions were
held. On February 4, 2014, the Owasso Public Works Authority conducted a public hearing and
received positive input from citizens. Shortly thereafter, staff and SAIC finalized the Master Plan
document. Trustee consideration to adopt this policy statement for the development and
expansion of the recycling program is being requested.
RESOLUTION:
The Master Plan can serve as a policy statement for the development and expansion of publicly
financed improvements to the Owasso Public Works Authority Recycling program. Such a plan
serves to establish direction by determining present and future needs. Therefore, it is proposed
that the plan be adopted by resolution of the Owasso Public Works Authority.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 2014-01 adopting the 2014 Recycle Master Plan as
a statement of policy for the expansion and development of the Owasso Public Works Authority
recycling program.
ATTACHMENT:
A. Resolution No. 2014-01