If Option B, under either scenario, is selected, service is projected to commence in 2016. As additional funds are required, an issue will need to be brought forward as part of the 2016 Operating Budget process.

If Option C is Council's preference, it is recommended that it be implemented in 2016. Vouchers could be included in the Waste Collection Calendar and therefore not add any cost for printing or mailing. Each home in the City of Windsor receives the Calendar. The cost of this option would then lie solely in the tipping fees for items brought in.

Again, assuming 25% of the population would take advantage of the coupon (at one item weighing image 250 lbs), the tipping fee would be around $77,000; 50% of the population would equate to an estimated $153,990 and 100% of the population could result in $307,980. All of the costs outlined for Option C are incremental, and therefore, would require an issue being brought forward as part of the 2016 Operating Budget process. image

In Option D, it is estimated that the cost for the service will be more competitive since the bidder would be able to coordinate collection with that of residential garbage, thereby providing a more efficient service. The cost provided in this report is pure speculation. If this option were to be chosen by Council, Administration would ensure the tender would allow for Council to choose the service level they determine to be the most appropriate. Additionally, Council should be aware that if this option is selected, a commitment of additional budget funds will be required for the term of the contract, beginning 2018.

The difficulty with Options B, C and D, is estimating the tipping fees. Those residents that are currently following proper disposal options will cease to do so with curb side collection - they will instead opt to have the City collect their items. The more residents participate in any of these options, the more the tipping fees will rise.

6.  CONSULTATIONS:

7. CONCLUSION:

Illegal dumping of bulk items is nothing new, and in fact has not significantly changed over the years. Most residents have been accountable for their items and have used a local charity, private resale or the Public Drop Off. Given the low number of items in the alleys, at the time of this report, it appears that for the vast majority of residents, transportation, tipping fees and hours of operation do not appear to be deterrents to proper disposal. Furthermore, despite bulk collection programs all municipalities polled still deal with illegal dumping. A curb side collection will be costly and will add to the number of items arsonists could use to fuel a fire.