Comox Strathcona Waste Management wants to know what people think about how waste is managed in the region.
CSWM is developing a new management plan for solid waste, and is looking for public input on the long-term vision for the region. When finished, the plan will outline how garbage, recycling and yard and food waste programs are managed over the next ten years.
“As our communities change, we must ensure we adapt how we manage our solid waste,” said Vivian Schau, Senior Manager of Comox Strathcona Waste Management Services. “A sustainable future requires that we find new and innovative ways to reduce waste, extending the life of our landfills and reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. It’s important we hear what residents and businesses would like to see in the future to ensure the new plan reflects the disposal and diversion needs, and the support of the CSWM communities.”
The province recommends waste management plans be updated every ten years to ensure best practices are kept up to date, and to ensure that plans meet current provincial targets. The last time CSWM updated its plan was in 2012, and the population served by CSWM has increased 13 per cent in that time.
Over the next three months, CSWM will be seeking input on the current system, as well as on the draft goals and guiding principles for the new management plan. Those goals and principles were developed with input from Regional Solid Waste Advisory Committee, which includes members of the public, local government staff, stewardship programs, industry and business owners.
Consultation activities will include:
- Online Survey – Thursday, June 22 to Monday, September 25, 2023
- Landfill Tours– Comox Valley Waste Management Centre, 3781 Bevan Rd, Cumberland – Saturday, July 8, 2023 from 9 am until 12:20 pm. Registration is required.
- Community Outreach Events – July to September, 2023
- Virtual Open House – Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Registration is required.
- In-person Open House – Maritime Heritage Centre, 621 Island Hwy, Campbell River – Tuesday, September 19, 2023
A detailed What We Heard Summary Engagement Report will be presented to the Regional Solid Waste Advisory Committee and CSWM board this fall and will inform the options for consideration in the next phase.
Learn more information about the solid waste management planning process and Weigh In On Waste at www.cswm.ca/swmp
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