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GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA   28 APRIL 2014




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GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                                                 28 APRIL 2014

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                   2.3.1 Tasks
                   For improving recycling rates including:
                   *  Identification and assessment of options for improved commercial recycling
                      including the opportunity for a “boutique” collection service in high volume areas
                      such as Hastings Street.
                   "  Options for decreasing the level of domestic recycling materials in the general
                      waste bin, and improving correct participation in domestic recycling service.

                   2.4 Theme 4: Commercial Waste
                   identification of options for management of commercial waste including review of
                   Council's collection service
                   Background: Traditionally Queensland Councils have a legislated obligation to
                   manage the collection and disposal of the residential domestic waste, Private
                   contractors usually are involved in providing waste collection services to the
                   commercial sector.
                   NC uses its contractor Cleanaway to undertake the commercial waste and recycling
                   operations.
                   NC has a monopoly in providing a commercial service but is coming under increasing
                   pressure to open up the commercial waste streams to the private operators.
                   Having a monopoly on the commercial system Council has an obligation to ensure it
                   Is operating at a best practice standard.
                   The provision of commercial waste services by private operators may have some
                   benefits for business. There could be potential for an increase in waste collection
                   truck movements with multiple providers in the market. Presently Council provides
                   an equivalent sized commercial recycling bin for every general waste bin serviced.
                   There could be an increase in business not participating in recycling due to cost.
                   This would need to be balanced by the standard of service council presently provides
                   in comparison to “best practice”. This could include the provision of waste avoidance
                   and reduction advice.
                   2.4.1 Tasks
                   Identify and assess potential arrangements for the provision of waste and recycling
                   services to the commercial sector in NC, with particular consideration for possible
                   financial/other impacts on Council of removing the control of the commercial waste
                   and recycling contracts from Council and allowing competition from private waste
                   contractors. Alternative arrangements should also focus on improving commercial
                   recycling rates and reducing overall waste quantities.
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