In several of my recent electronic
editorials (blogs…ugh), I’ve raised the question of how we should be paying for
waste management and its various programs as we go forward, and the truth is
that I don’t know…and neither do a lot of people with whom I’ve spoken in recent
weeks.
Most rely on tip fees and collection
billings to cover costs. Many give up a portion of their proceeds to other
jurisdictional entities, and nearly all support recycling and public information
programs. In light of reduced waste and recycled sales receipts against a
backdrop of continuing and perhaps rising HR, equipment, O&M, and regulatory
compliance costs, the majority feel that the current situation is fraught with
difficulty if not peril. To the extent that you face—or have faced—these same
concerns, what do you see as the underlying problems and possible
solutions?
So how about sharing your thoughts
and plans in the space below or with me directly at jtrotti@forester.net?