Objective 9.3.2. - Solid Waste Collection and Disposal.

Provide efficient collection, disposal and recycling of solid wastes in a cost effective and environmentally sound manner.

Policy 9.3.2.1. Accept solid waste from all residents and businesses in Manatee County for disposal at the Lena Road Landfill, after required and voluntary recycling, unless such disposal is precluded by this Comprehensive Plan or state law.

Policy 9.3.2.2. Contract with private companies, or provide solid waste collection service, to accommodate the solid waste service needs of County residents in the least costly and most environmentally sound and efficient manner.

Implementation Mechanism:

(a)

Contractual agreements between Manatee County and private solid waste haulers.

Policy 9.3.2.3. Periodically, or when necessary, evaluate resource recovery technologies for feasibility as a solid waste disposal method in Manatee County.

Implementation Mechanism:

(a)

Feasibility studies where required, or when deemed appropriate by Manatee County Utilities Department.

Policy 9.3.2.4. Encourage public awareness (education) programs on the recycling of available solid waste materials.

Implementation Mechanism:

(a)

Provide appropriate funding for the publication and distribution of educational materials to County residents as an informational aid on recycling issues.

Policy 9.3.2.5. Continue implementation of customer separation of solid waste for recycling pursuant to state law. Separation strategies may include provisions for user charges conducive to the recycling of recyclable materials.

Policy 9.3.2.6. Reduce the amount of solid waste generated in accordance with the goals established in state and local regulations.

Policy 9.3.2.7. Continue to expand the current program of curbside recycling of yard and certain selected solid, recyclable wastes, which may include participation by the municipalities.

(a)

Utilities Department continue to coordinate with local governments within Manatee County to achieve policy compliance.