REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION JANUARY 08, 2025 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Karina Camara, at Karina.Camara@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-978-0751. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Michael Drohan Vacant Vacant CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on November 13, 2024. 2. Approve the minutes of the Special Called Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on 3. Discussion and action to amend the Zero Waste Advisory Commission by-laws to remove the Organics Management Committee. 4. Staff briefing regarding the Proposed Department Rule Amendments for Residential Collections by Jason McCombs, Division Manager, Austin Resource Recovery. December 5, 2024. ACTION ITEMS STAFF BRIEFINGS 5. Staff briefing regarding the FY25 Breakdown Analysis of Waste and Organics Collections for the month ending October 31, 2024, by Theodore Horton, Deputy Director, Austin Resource Recovery. 6. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Theodore Horton, Deputy Director of Austin Resource Recovery. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Karina Camara at Austin Resource Recovery, at (512) 978-0751 or email Karina.Camara@AustinTexas.gov , for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Please call For more information on the Austin Resource Recovery Commission, please contact Gustavo Valle at (512) 974-4350 4350 or …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 BYLAWS OF THE Zero Waste Advisory Commission ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the board is the Zero Waste Advisory Commission ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. (A) The commission is empowered to review and analyze the policies and resources relating to material discard management in the city, and to advise the city council on materials management policies and resources. The commission shall provide assistance to the city council to ensure its residents that the City provides both an economical and environmentally safe system of waste reduction, resource recovery and disposal. The commission may provide assistance to the city council to protect the public health and quality of the environment through efficient collection, recycling, composting and disposal of municipal solid waste. (B) The commission shall act as an advisory body to the city council and shall review programs and make recommendations regarding : 1. the City's waste discard stream; 2 . minimization of environmental impacts due to materials management and waste disposal; 3 . implementation of programs that achieve the city's goals and objectives relating to materials management, including recycling, composting, alternative methods of waste disposal, garbage collection, and landfill diversion; and 4. zero waste programs. (C) The commission shall hold public hearings, initiate studies, review and make reports and recommendations to the city council, or other appropriate boards and commissions, concerning: 1. Austin Resource Recovery capital improvement project proposals; 2. Austin Resource Recovery bond programs; 3. hazardous waste materials management; 4. materials management planning and reduction of the waste-stream; 5. citizens' evaluation on solid waste and materials management matters; 6. incentives for participation in materials recovery programs; 7. air quality as it relates to or is affected by waste disposal; 8. alternative methods of waste disposal; 9. City's annual budget proposal for Austin Resource Recovery Department; 10. cost effectiveness and financial impact of solid waste and materials recovery programs; 11. proposed and existing solid waste facilities within the city and outside the city if they have the potential to affect the city; 12. solid waste collection and disposal, and materials management programs which have the potential to affect the city and make recommendations to …
Proposed Department Rule Amendments for Residential Collections Jason McCombs, Division Manager January 2025 What are administrative rules? Administrative Rules assist a Department of the City of Austin in the implementation, administration, and enforcement of City of Austin Code and operating requirements of the Department. Austin Code § 15-6-3(B) requires ARR to present proposed rule changes to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission for consideration and recommendation to City Council. City Council will approve, modify or disapprove of the proposed rule.” Department Administrative Rules are online at: library.municode.com/TX/Austin City Rule Adoption Process Staff develops draft rule Review of proposed rule by city attorney Notice filed with city clerk 31-day public comment period Speak Up Austin Appeal to City Manager (if needed) Notice Filed With City Clerk for Adoption of amendment Department response to comments City Code – Title 1, Chapter 1-2 Proposed ARR Rule Amendment Process Jan Jan / Feb Mar / Apr May Jun Present Proposed Department Rule Amendment to ZWAC Proposed Rule Posted to Speak Up Austin. 30 Day Minimum Staff Review of Comments Present Draft Department Rule Amendment to ZWAC for consideration Council Consideration of Department Rule Amendment Current Identified Department Rule Amendments Residential Services Rule Revisions 1. Single Family Residential Collection Services (4.1 & New Section 4.2) – clarify rules related single family residences [adopted by City Council, November 2024] 2. Placement of Carts for Collection (6.1) – amend set out times to align with department practices and other changes related to collection of carts. 3. Small Multi-family Residential Collection Services (New section, 4.3) – new section to clarify rules related to residences with 2-4 dwelling units. 4. Commercial Collection Services (Existing 4.2, to be moved to 4.4) – clarify services provided to commercial customers. 5. Trash Collection Guidelines, Recycling Guidelines, Organics Collection Guidelines (7.1, 7.3, 7.6) – amend rules to reflect department practices 6. Bulk Item Collection Guidelines, Brush Collection Guidelines (7.7 & 7.8) – align rules to accommodate on-call collection and other collection guidelines Proposed Rule Amendment for Residential Collection Services Carts shall be set out by 5:30 a.m. – changed from 6:30 a.m. Late set-out fee may be assessed if cart is not set out by 5:30 a.m. (changing time only) Placement for collection, maintenance of carts, and additional fees. Placement of Carts for Collection 6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3 Wording changes only 6.1.4 Wording changes only 6.1.5 6.1.9-10 Return trip fee. Assessed when a vehicle returns …
Austin Resource Recovery Zero Waste Advisory Commission FY 2025 FOR THE MONTH ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2024 City of Austin, Texas Description of Services FY2023 FY2024 Sep 2023 Oct 2023 Sep 2024 Oct 2024 FY24 YTD (Oct 23) FY25 YTD (Oct 24) FY 2025 Goal Tons of Curbside Trash 132,867 136,713 9,976 11,076 11,076 11,157 11,157 135,000 (1) Estimated tons of curbside recycling processed by vendors as residual - based on bi-annual sample route audit 3,134 3,535 3,535 3,210 3,367 3,367 51,135 152,343 157,173 11,776 12,861 12,861 12,466 12,886 12,886 154,996 Tons of Curbside Bulk Disposed HHW Operations Tons Disposed Estimated Tons of Curbside Recycling Residuals (1) Total Disposed Tons Collected Curbside and from Drop Off Center Operations 8,383 540 9,366 484 10,553 10,610 Total Tons of Recyclables Collected RRC Tons Recycled/Reused RRC Tons of Brush Collected HHW Operations Tons Recycled/Reused Tons of Drop Off Center Collections Recycled/Reused 1,691 1,948 d e s o p s D i s n o T d e t r e v D i s n o T Tons of Curbside Compost Collected Tons of Curbside Bulk Recycled Tons of Curbside Brush Collected Tons of Curbside Textiles Collected Tons of Carts Recycled Total Diverted Tons Collected Curbside and from Drop Off Center Operations Total Tons Collected Curbside and from Drop Off Center Operations Estimated Percent of Curbside Collected Materials Diverted from Landfills by ARR 910 30 860 167 0 16 162 21 405 6 0 754 34 997 113 0 20 124 769 9 4 7 754 34 997 113 0 20 124 769 9 4 7 10,632 1,009 37 788 141 0 27 149 19 367 3 25 847 39 843 132 0 31 152 11 637 4 8 847 39 843 132 0 31 152 11 637 4 8 8,531 600 10,865 1,800 0 400 1,945 255 7,257 40 125 42,716 2,301 2,845 2,845 2,447 2,724 2,724 44,622 53,839 1,528 0 384 44,445 221 175,089 58 124 42,315 1,811 0 344 206 6,713 46 177 275,466 94,122 6,029 7,294 7,294 6,220 6,903 6,903 105,379 427,809 251,294 17,805 20,155 20,155 18,686 19,790 19,790 260,375 63.42% 37.04% 33.31% 35.85% 35.85% 32.82% 34.45% 34.45% 40.07% Pounds of Trash Collected per Customer per Pickup 23.76 24.39 21.25 23.81 23.81 22.57 23.82 23.82 23.52 Number of Trash and Recycling Customers 215,063 215,723 216,830 214,878 214,878 217,596 216,360 216,360 220,787 Pounds of Recycled Materials Collected per Customer per Pickup …
Zero Waste Advisory Commission Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery January 8, 2025 Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission To: From: Date: Subject: Future ZWAC Presentations (2025) ZWAC Meeting Date Presentation Topic Presenter January 8 February 12 April 9 May 14 June 11 July 9 August 13 September 10 October 8 November 12 Theodore Horton FY25 Breakdown analysis of Waste and Organics Collections Diversion Rate Recyclable Processing Ron Romero Fleet Ron Romero Gena McKinley Downtown Operations Transfer Stations Organics Circular Economy Program Public Education Landfill Amy Slagle Theodore Horton Amy Slagle Gena McKinley Keri Greenwalt Amy Slagle Compost Processing Contract Update Austin Resource Recovery is in the process of developing a new solicitation for the compost processing contract with an anticipated publish date of January 2025. The current contract is in a 120-day holdover that expires in February 2025 and staff are working with the vendor on an agreement for an additional six-month extension until the new contract is solicited and awarded. ARR Solicitation Updates As of December 27, 2024 ZWAC Meeting January 08, 2025 Preparing for Council: • N/A Published: • N/A Expected to be Published Within 90 days: Compost Processing Services: The Contractor shall provide complete processing, sorting, and composting of organics, yard waste, food scraps, and food-/oil-soiled compostable paper, as well as marketing services to include detailed data reporting to support the City’s residential curbside compost materials collection services. Link to the current contract. Definitions: CCO CO-OP ILA IFB RFI RFQ RFQS RFP (Capital Contracting Office): Administers the procurement of professional and construction services. (Cooperative Contract): A contract that has been competitively bid and issued by another government or purchasing alliance with the intention of sharing it with other governmental entities. (Interlocal Agreement): A collaborative contract between local government entities (for example, ARR and a county, state, or school district) to provide more efficient and less costly services, where any payments are made from current revenues. (Invitation for Bid): Formal bidding documents inviting suppliers to submit pricing for goods or services. (Request for Information): Used to obtain industry input, feedback, or reactions from potential suppliers prior to issuing a solicitation. (Request for Quotation): Informal request to suppliers to provide quotes on specific goods or services. (Request for Qualifications): Formal solicitation used when qualifications are the main criteria for professional services. (Request for Proposals): Formal request for a supplier to provide …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION DECEMBER 5, 2024 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Gustavo Valle, at Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-974-4350. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Michael Drohan Vacant Vacant CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. Recommend authorizing execution of all documents necessary or desirable including, if applicable, an interlocal cooperation agreement, with the Austin Public Facilities Corporation for the purpose of developing the Northeast Service Center at 8301 Johnny Morris Road, for an amount not to exceed $245,000,000. ACTION ITEMS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-6253, Agenda Item #: 14. 12/12/2024(cid:4) Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents necessary or desirable including, if applicable, an interlocal cooperation agreement, with the Austin Public Facilities Corporation for the purpose of developing the Northeast Service Center at 8301 Johnny Morris Road, for an amount not to exceed $245,000,000. Funding: $139,000,000 is available in the Capital budget of the Financial Services Department. $106,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Resource Recovery. Related to Items #15 and #16. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $139,000,000 is available in the Capital budget of the Financial Services Department. Funding in the amount of $106,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Resource Recovery. Prior Council Action: May 30, 2024 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of a ground lease, and interlocal agreement, and all other documents necessary or desirable with the Austin Public Facilities Corporation to develop the Northeast Service Center at 8301 Johnny Morris Road, for a total interlocal agreement amount not to exceed $8,500,000. For More Information: Kimberly Olivares, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, 512-974-2924; Andrew Moore, Public Private Partnership Program Manager, 512-974-7604. Additional Backup Information: The Northeast Service Center (NESC) facility is anticipated to be approximately 300,000 square feet and will be constructed to allow for future expansion up to 375,000 square feet. The NESC will incorporate vehicle servicing shop areas, warehousing, administrative offices and support functions, outside storage, and vehicle storage that will merge and consolidate current operations from various separate locations for Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) and the Fleet Mobility Services Department (FMSD). Currently, ARR maintains its entire fleet from the Todd Lane location in southeast Austin. ARR requires the use of additional facilities to better service their customers, improve operational efficiencies, reduce long-term operating costs, allow for staff expansion, and reduce the Department’s carbon footprint by providing a northern location to deploy trucks. In addition to directly supporting ARR vehicle needs, the NESC will provide much needed and improved space to support a wide range of fleet assets from lawn mowers to watercraft to Fire/Police/EMS vehicles and Public Works trucks. The NESC will be operational 24 hours a day in the event of an emergency that would require this functionality for an extended period. The development will include a fuel station for ARR, FMSD, and other city vehicles …
Northeast Service Center Austin Resource Recovery & Fleet Mobility Services Department Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Project Timeline • City purchased the property in 2013 • Programming/Design Criteria completed in 2023. • Council approved funding for Design May 30, 2024. $8,500,000 • Council approved Zoning September 12, 2024. • Request to negotiate and execute a Development Agreement with Stream Realty Partners Austin, LP, December 12, 2024. Funding authorization for $245 Million. • Interlocal Agreement with Austin Public Facilities Corporation to deliver the project improvements. Northeast Service Center Project Elements Administrative Offices for Austin Resource Recovery and Fleet Mobility Services Department and Vehicle service centers to include: Office and conference center • • • • • • • Training facilities Vehicle maintenance • Warehouse Vehicle make-ready Vehicle parking Fueling and Charging facilities Vehicle washing • Will house approximately 750 employees. • Large trucks will depart to the north towards Hwy 290. Property is divided by large riparian/critical water quality zone. • • Meeting space for surrounding community. • In discussions with AISD regarding internships/vocational training. Planned public garden along Johnny Morris Road adjacent to area for food trucks. Vehicle Service bays will be conditioned space improving work environment. • • Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Move FMSD from 1182 Hargrave – Service Center #6 Reduce crowding at Harold Court – Service Center #1 Move ARR HQ from Rutherford Lane Northeast Service Center Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Sustainability and Wellness Austin Energy Green Building 3-Star • • WELL v2 Silver • Onsite Water Reduction Strategies • • -Low Flow Fixtures -Rainwater and Condensate - Collection • • • • -Native Plants -Energy Star Appliances -Reclaimed Water Plumbing within Buildings Solar Power Electrical Vehicle Charging • Emergency Generators • Backup Emergency Water • Reduced Light Pollution • • Natural Interior Daylighting • • • • • • Lifecycle Assessment Analysis Low Emitting Materials Restorative Spaces and Lactation Rooms Indoor Air Quality Improvements Interior Acoustical Improvements Building Disassembly Analysis Northeast Service Center Location – District 1 Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center – Administrative Offices ARR & FMSD Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center – Administrative Offices ARR & FMSD Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center – Administrative Offices ARR & FMSD Zero Waste Advisory …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 13, 2024 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Gustavo Valle, at Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-974-4350. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Michael Drohan Vacant Vacant CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on October 9, 2024. ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action to recommend that Austin City Council adopt the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. 3. Discussion and action to amend the ZWAC By-laws to disband the sub-committees. 4. Recommend authorizing execution of a contract for compost processing services with Employee-Owned Nursery Enterprises LTD d/b/a Organics By Gosh, for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $11,800,000. STAFF BRIEFINGS 5. Staff briefing regarding the 2024 Austin Energy Green Building Program Overview by Heidi Kasper, Energy Efficiency Services Director, Austin Energy. 6. Staff briefing regarding the Equity-Based Preservation Plan by Cara Bertron, Program Manager, Austin Planning Department, and Rocio Peña-Martinez, Preservation Plan Working Group member. 7. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Richard McHale, Director of Austin Resource Recovery. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Gustavo Valle at Austin Resource Recovery, at (512) 974-4350 or email Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov , for additional information; TTY users route …
ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 13, 2024 Austin History Center (C05767, PICA 24201, PICA 29995); Chen Chen Wu; City of Austin Planning Process HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Michelle Benavides Mary Jo Galindo*1 Jolene Kiolbassa 1 Debra Murphy 2 Misael Ramos* 1 JuanRaymon Rubio 2 Bob Ward 1 Noel Bridges 1 Jerry Garcia 1 Kevin Koch Robin Orlowski 2 Mary Reed* 1 Maria Solis* 1 Caroline Wright 1 Julia Brookins* Hanna Huang* 1 Kelechi Madubuko 1 Leslie Ornelas 1 Lori Renteria 1 Erin Waelder 1 Amalia Carmona 2 Linda Y. Jackson Brenda Malik Emily Payne Gilbert Rivera 1 Brita Wallace* 1 Ursula A. Carter Meghan King* Alyson McGee 1 Rocio Peña-Martinez* *Drafting Committee member 1 Phase 1 only 2 Phase 2 only Plan Vision Historic preservation in Austin actively engages communities in protecting and sharing important places and stories. Preservation uses the past to create a shared sense of belonging and to shape an equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and economically vital future for all. Image sources: Joe’s Bakery, anonymous, Amy Moreland/ Austin’s Atlas Images: Joe’s Bakery, home in Zilker neighborhood, detail from Music Listening Map by Amy Moreland Plan Goals 107 recommendations 1. Tell Austin’s full history 9. Proactively identify important places 2. Recognize cultural heritage 10. Follow good designation practices 3. Preserve archaeological resources 11. Support stewardship of community 4. Stabilize communities assets 5. Support environmental sustainability 12. Be strategic with review 6. Make preservation more accessible 13. Protect historic resources 7. Support people doing the work 14. Implement the plan collaboratively 8. Engage new partners What We Preserve Images, clockwise from top left: Juneteenth parade, unveiling of La Loteria mural, archaeological resources Image sources: The Austin Chronicle (two images), San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation Think broadly. • Recognize Austin’s rich and complex history through active listening, inclusive research, and interpretation • Better recognize and protect legacy businesses, murals, and archaeological resources • Use preservation tools to support displacement prevention and environmental sustainability Who Preserves Invite and support. • Engage new partners and audiences • Help community members access knowledge and resources • Support people doing the work: homeowners and tenants, crafts- people, commissioners, and staff Images, clockwise from top left: Protest at City Hall to preserve Edward Rendon Park (Chicano Park), door hanger in San Antonio, “Stories within Stories” project of the Austin Asian American Film Festival Image sources: Bertha Rendon Delgado, San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation, Austin Asian …
RCA Cover Sheet for ZWAC-Revised Sept. 2024 ORGANICS PROCESSING SERVICES PROGRAM SOLICITATION # (IFB 1500 RGW1023) ZWAC: 11/13/2024 Council: 11/21/2024 OVERVIEW 1. Requested Contract Term, Authorization, and Current Budget Length of contract and total authorization: Authorize execution of a contract for compost processing services with Employee-Owned Nursery Enterprises LTD d/b/a Organics By Gosh, for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $11,800,000. ARR current fiscal year budget: Funding in the amount of $2,163,333 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of Austin Resource Recovery. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 2. Solicitation Information Solicitation No: IFB 1500 RGW1023 # of bids received: 2 # of non-responsive bids received: 1 Length of time solicitation was out on the street: 30 DAYS Was the time extended? YES Issued date: 07/22/2024 Closed date: 08/20/2024 Major Scope Change(s): Scope changes include adding a preference for vendor to have two processing facilities and to accept more materials such as cotton balls and dryer lint. 3. Previous Contract Information Previous contract: Organics Processing Services Program Contract number: NA200000006 Contract length and authorization: Three years with two 1-year extensions Contract actual spend: $3,948,500.69 (as of 11.05.2024) Current status: Active Contract execution date: 10/24/2019 Contract expiration date: 02/21/2025 RCA Cover Sheet for ZWAC-Revised Sept. 2024 4. Notes/Other The Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) Department’s Comprehensive Plan serves as a guide for the City to achieve its Zero Waste goal of reducing the amount of trash sent to landfills by 90% by the year 2040. Zero Waste is a shift from traditional waste management to materials management, where trash is what remains once we reduce, reuse, recycle, and compost. The compost program is expected to expand from 44,722 tons collected in FY23 towards a potential of up to 60,000 tons of compost materials delivered annually. The purpose of this contract is to support the City’s Zero Waste initiatives. City vehicles will collect and deliver approximately 50-loads daily from current ARR residential and commercial customers with ARR carts (e.g., small businesses, food permitted businesses, etc.) participating in the services, to the Contractor. The contract will provide compost processing services, including processing, sorting, and composting of organics, yard waste, food scraps, and food-/oil-soiled compostable paper, as well as marketing services to include detailed data reporting to support the City’s residential curbside compost materials collection services. The Contractor …
To: From: Date: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery November 13, 2024 Subject: Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission On-Demand Expansion In April 2018, ARR began an on-demand pilot program for the collection of bulk items. The bulk pilot has been operating on two collection routes in Central Austin and Northeast Austin. During this period, ARR has completed nearly 16,000 service orders and collected 3,072 tons of material. The pilot allowed customers to schedule up to three (3) bulk collections at their convenience. With a goal for diversion, ARR was able to divert such items as metals, appliances, electronics, and tires. Shifting to on-demand services eliminates the need to wait up to six months for twice annual collection. In January 2023, ARR began an on-demand pilot program for brush collection. The brush pilot has been operating two collection routes in Northwest Austin and Southeast Austin. Over the course of the pilot, ARR has collected 355 tons of brush material. The pilot allows customers to create their own schedule as a way to mitigate wildfire risk and manage annual tree pruning. Further benefits of both on-demand services include reducing the carbon footprint as collection crews will know exactly which addresses to service and eliminates the need to drive an entire route looking for stops. The on-demand expansion will also add to fuel savings throughout the year and gives the customer control over when they want to be serviced. Media A press release announcing that ARR is changing the way it offers bulk and brush collections to residential curbside customers was distributed on Monday, October 28. Beginning in January 2025, the services will move from predetermined biannual schedules to on-demand. Household hazardous waste (HHW) collection will also be launched citywide in January. ARR Solicitation Updates As of November 5, 2024 ZWAC Meeting November 13, 2024 Preparing for Council: • Compost Processing Services: The Contractor shall provide complete processing, sorting, and composting of organics, yard waste, food scraps, and food-/oil-soiled compostable paper, as well as marketing services to include detailed data reporting to support the City’s residential curbside compost materials collection services. Tentative Council date 11/21/2024. Link to the current contract. Published: • N/A • N/A Expected to be Published Within 90 days: Definitions: CCO CO-OP ILA IFB RFI RFQ RFQS RFP (Capital Contracting Office): Administers the procurement of professional and construction services. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION OCTOBER 9, 2024 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Gustavo Valle, at Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-974-4350. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Vacant Vacant Vacant CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on August 14, 2024. ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action to approve 2025 ZWAC Meeting Schedule. 3. Discussion and action to approve amendments to Department Administrative Rules for Single 4. Discussion and action on amending By-laws related to ZWAC Committees. 5. Approve a resolution making recommendations to the electrification of the ARR fleet of Family Homes. vehicles STAFF BRIEFINGS 6. Staff briefing on proposed amendments to Department Administrative Rules for Single Family Homes by Jason McCombs, Strategic Initiatives Manager. 7. Staff briefing on Fleet Mobility Services Electrification Updates to ZWAC by Rick Harland, Assistant Director of Fleet Mobility Services. 8. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Richard McHale, Director of Austin Resource Recovery. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Gustavo Valle at Austin Resource Recovery, at (512) 974-4350 or email Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov , for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Electric Utility Commission, please contact Gustavo Valle …
Zero Waste Advisory Commission DRAFT 2025 Mee�ng Schedule The Zero Waste Commission meets monthly on the second Wednesday of the month, unless otherwise determined by the Commission. Mee�ngs are held at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 301 W. 2nd Street. Changes to the above regarding date, �me or loca�on will be noted on mee�ng agendas. Mee�ng Dates January 8 February 12 April 9 May 14 June 11 July 9 August 13 September 10 October 8 November 12 Cancelled Dates March 12 December 10
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Zero Waste Advisory Commission Resolution on Austin Resource Recovery Refuse Truck Electrification WHEREAS the Austin Resource Recovery Comprehensive Plan includes a goal to “Develop necessary infrastructure to support electrifying the fleet. The department has interest in switching as many vehicles as possible in its fleet to run on electric power.”; and WHEREAS the Transportation Electrification section of the Austin Climate Equity Plan includes a strategy to “Electrify public sector fleet vehicles: Encourage vehicle fleets from public sector agencies in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos MSA such as cities, counties, Capital Metro, and school districts to commit to buying 100% electric vehicles when they are available, cost- competitive, and meet operational needs.”; and WHEREAS vehicle that run on diesel, including refuse trucks, are a significant source of air pollution, including particulate matter (PM), accounting for as much as 100 times the pollution when traveling at speeds of 0-25 MPH as light-duty vehicles running on gasoline;1 and WHEREAS the particulate matter (PM) pollution in the Austin Metro Area exceeds the health- based standard set by the Environmental Protection Agency2; and WHEREAS electric heavy-duty trucks utilize cheaper fuel and maintenance costs, and can have a lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) than their diesel counterparts over the lifetime of the vehicle;3 and WHEREAS electric heavy-duty trucks are preferred by drivers,4 for whom it is easier and more enjoyable to operate and could meaningfully contribute to employee retention; and WHEREAS integrating even a small number of electric refuse trucks now will give Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) valuable experience that can inform long-term planning for full electrification of the fleet; and 1 Pg 3. https://theicct.org/sites/default/files/publications/NOx_Emissions_In_Use_HDV_US_20191125.pdf 2 https://www.capcog.org/news/air-quality-program-prepared-for-new-standard/ 3 https://blogs.edf.org/climate411/wp-content/blogs.dir/7/files/2022/02/FINAL-Roush-Fact-Sheet- 2.10.22.pdf 4 https://cleantechnica.com/2024/01/18/people -who-drive-trucks-for-a-living-really-like-driving-electric- trucks/ WHEREAS there are financial incentives available from state and federal grant programs that could cover anywhere from 40-100% of the upfront cost of purchasing electric heavy-duty trucks and corresponding charging infrastructure; and WHEREAS the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) offers free services to assist entities with fleet transition planning as well as grant applications for fleet electrification, including fellowship programs that can study and shape long-term fleet transition plans; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Zero Waste Advisory Commission recommends that Austin Resource Recovery work with the Environmental Defense Fund to: 1. Apply for funding from state and federal agencies to assist with the purchase of one or more electric refuse trucks and associated charging infrastructure as soon as possible …
Proposed Department Rule Amendments – Update 1 (4.1 - 4.2) Jason McCombs, Division Manager October 2024 Proposed ARR Rule Amendment Process Aug Aug/Sept Sept Oct Nov Present Proposed Department Rule Amendment to ZWAC Proposed Rule Posted to Speak Up Austin. 30 Day Minimum Staff Review of Comments Present Draft Department Rule Amendment to ZWAC for consideration Council Consideration of Department Rule Amendment Speak Up Austin – Public Comment • Survey closed September 18, 2024 • Received 3 comments – 2 discussed clarifying definition of “multifamily,” 1 expressed concerns about cart removal for vacancies • This update is to single family homes. A future update to “small multifamily” rules will add additional clarity to distinguish between properties ARR services (2-4 units) and those it does not (5+ units) • Updated Rules language to reflect current staff practice of verifying property vacancy when carts are removed by customer request • Typically seen during a renovation of a residence. • Water and power usage is monitored against normal usage rates to verify vacancy. • Only the cart fee is removed. Customer still pays clean community fee and base fee. Next available Council Consideration dates: November 21 and December 12 Austin Resource Recovery Rule Amendment Page Speak Up Austin: www.speakupaustin.org/j4317 Jason McCombs Strategic Initiatives Division Manger jason.mccombs@austintexas.gov CITY OF AUSTIN AGENDA DATE: XX RECOMMENDATION FOR COUNCIL ACTION PAGE: 1 of 2 AGENDA ITEM NO.:XX *** DRAFT *** Gena McKinley, Assistant Director, 512- SUBJECT: Approve amendments to administrative rules to City Code Chapter 15-6 (Solid Waste Services) relating to single family residential collection services. AMOUNT & SOURCE OF FUNDING: n/a FISCAL NOTE: No fiscal impact REQUESTING DEPARTMENT: Austin Resource Recovery FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: 974-2192; Richard McHale, Director, 512-974-1997 PRIOR COUNCIL ACTION: In 2022, City Council amended Austin Resource Recovery’s Solid Waste Services Administrative Rules, related to the use of City services for certain residential units and the Universal Recycling Ordinance, to make the administrative rules consistent with City Code’s requirement that premises with one to four residential dwelling units shall use department collection service. BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTION: On DATE the Zero Waste Advisory Commission (ZWAC) voted X-X -X. PURCHASING LANGUAGE: n/a MBE / WBE: n/a BACKGROUND Austin Resource Recovery’s Administrative Rules assist the Department in the implementation, administration, and enforcement of City of Austin Code, Chapter 15-6, related to operating requirements of the Department. Section 4.1 of ARR’s Administrative Rules includes rules for …
Fleet Mobility Services Update to Zero Waste Advisory Commission City of Austin Fleet Electrification Update Rick Harland Assistant Director Fleet Mobility Services October 9th, 2024 Overview Fleet Mobility Services, a vital department overseeing the comprehensive life cycle management of the City of Austin's 7,500 vehicles and equipment assets. Our purview includes budgeting, acquisitions, make ready preparation, maintenance, disposal, and operation of 42 fuel sites. We ensure seamless vehicle upkeep, embrace innovative technologies, and provide essential administrative support for all City Departments. Our commitment to excellence drives us to enhance mobility, optimize resources, and serve our community. Comprehensive Repair and Maintenance Program Fuel Supply planning, forecasting, inventory and distribution Acquisitions, Rental and Accident programs to support all essential City Services A Complex and Diversified Fleet TYPE FLEET AMBULANCE, 87 BOAT, 95 CARGO VAN, 182 TRUCK, 1777 CONSTRUCTION EQUIP, 993 FIRE UNIT, 124 HEAVY TRUCK, 591 OFFROAD EQUIP, 687 TRAILER, 765 MOTORCYCLE, 75 REFUSE TRUCK, 193 POLICE UNIT, 916 PASSENGER VEHICLE, 1043 • Our fleet comprises 7,528 assets, spanning a diverse range of vehicles and equipment for operational compatibility FLEET ASSETS BY FUEL TYPE PROPANE, 179 BEV, 169 CNG, 35 DIESEL, 2403 NONPOWERED, 1063 GASOLINE (PHEV), 161 GASOLINE (HYB), 347 GASOLINE, 599 ELECTRIC OFFROAD, 193 E85, 2240 • Our fleet utilizes a diverse array of fuel sources to ensure optimal performance and sustainability Category Fleet Inventory ARR INVENTORY Total Fleet: 434, $88.5M Asset Value 205 62 67 Single Vision 31 69 HEAVY VEH >=19,501 LIGHT VEH < 10,000 GVW MEDIUM VEH 10,001-19,500 SOLID WASTE PACKERS OTHER EQUIPMENT FLEET ASSETS BY FUEL TYPE FY23: 1.3M Gal, 76% Alt Fuel, 54,150 Fuel Transactions GASOLINE (PHEV) NONPOWERED PROPANE BEV CNG GASOLINE GASOLINE (HYB) ELECTRIC OFFROAD E85 DIESEL ARR ACQUISITION QTY ARR ACQUISITION SPENDING HEAVY VEH >=19,501 LIGHT VEH < 10,000 GVW HEAVY VEH >=19,501 LIGHT VEH < 10,000 GVW MED VEH 10,001-19,500 MED VEH 10,001-19,500 OTHER EQUIPMENT OTHER EQUIPMENT SOLID WASTE PACKERS Grand Total Fleet Acquisitions 54 57 SOLID WASTE PACKERS Grand Total 36 33 9 5 2 2 9 10 3 2 6 5 8 2 51 30 37 8 9 6 13 1 $12,401,462 $13,665,458 $13,489,134 $10,482,080 $9,900,366 $9,833,795 $171,366 $425,097 $199,094 $462,016 $9,922,165 $5,088,546 2021 2022 2023 2024 2021 2022 2023 2024 ARR REFUSE TRUCK AGE / MILES ARR REFUSE TRUCK – AVG USAGE ANNUAL USAGE BENCHMARK COST PER MILE BENCHMARK 71,209 71,332 15,670 16,180 13,704 $4.69 $3.97 $4.84 $4.99 15,286 15,255 …
