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THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY
OF HASTINGS HIGHLANDS
BYLAW 2018-060
Being a Bylaw to re-establish a “Clear Bag Waste Disposal Policy” for waste disposal
at the Municipality's waste disposal/waste transfer sites.
WHEREAS the Corporation of the Municipality of Hastings Highlands wishes to update
its “Clear Bag Waste Disposal Policy” for waste disposal at the Municipality's waste
disposal/waste transfer sites; and
WHEREAS the Municipality of Hastings Highlands deems it necessary to further
reduce waste deposited at its waste disposal sites by establishing a mandatory
requirement to separate recyclable waste from other forms of waste prior to its
collection and disposal; and
WHEREAS it is the intention of the Municipality of Hastings Highlands to increase the
life expectancy of its waste disposal/waste transfer sites, and to help protect the
environment from hazardous substances.
NOW THEREFORE THE Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Hastings
Highlands ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the “Clear Bag Waste Disposal Policy” for waste depot collection attached
as Schedule ‘A’ to this bylaw is hereby approved as evidenced by the signatures
of the Mayor and the Clerk under the Corporate Seal;
2. THAT this Bylaw shall become effective on passage;
3. THAT all former Bylaws pertaining to this matter, including bylaw 2014-060 are
hereby repealed.
ENACTED and PASSED on this 16" day of May, 2018.
Vivian Bloom, Mayor a Pilgrim, CAO/Clerk
Municipality of
HASTINGS HIGHLANDS
SCHEDULE ‘A’ TO CLEAR BAG WASTE DISPOSAL POLICY
Municipality of Hastings Highlands- Corporate Policies and Procedures
DEPARTMENT: POLICY #:
WASTE
POLICY:
Clear Bag Waste Disposal Policy
DATE: REV. DATE: | COVERAGE: PAGE #:
May 16, 2018 Municipality of Hastings Highlands 1-3
PURPOSE:
The benefits of the clear bag program are the protection of the environment, worker
safety and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The environment is protected
through the prevention of hazardous waste entering the landfill, contaminating soil and
groundwater. Recycling saves on natural resources such as wood and water and
reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Worker safety is also improved because Waste
attendants can see what they are picking up, preventing injury and cuts from sharp
objects.
POLICY STATEMENT:
The Municipality of Hastings Highlands is committed to improving its environmental
performance through extending the life of its waste disposal/waste transfer sites. We will
operate in compliance with all relevant federal, provincial and municipal environmental
legislation. We will strive to use the best pollution prevention and environmental
practices in all we do. The Municipality of Hastings Highlands will integrate the
consideration of environmental concerns and impacts into our decision making and
activities. We will promote environmental awareness among our employees and
encourage them to work in an environmentally responsible manner. The Municipality of
Hastings Highlands will regularly communicate our environmental program to our
clients, customers and the public and encourage them to support it. We will strive to
continually improve our environmental performance by periodically reviewing our
environmental policy in light of our current and planned future activities.
Municipality of
HASTINGS HIGHLANDS
TITLE:
e This bylaw shall be called the Clear Bag Waste Disposal Policy Bylaw.
PROVISIONS:
The provisions of the Clear Bag Waste Disposal Policy are as follows:
e All garbage must be placed in clear bags. All bags must be clear so contents are
visible by landfill attendants. Dark coloured, brown, black or green bags are not
permitted.
e One solid colour plastic bag (such as a white kitchen bag, plastic grocery bag,
etc.) will be permitted in each clear bag for personal items.
The provisions for addressing non-compliance with the Clear Bag Waste Disposal
Policy:
A waste attendant has the right to refuse any waste that is brought into a Waste
Disposal/Waste Transfer Site/ if:
e Aclear bag is not used for garbage.
e The bag contains more than 5% recyclables.
e The bag contains hazardous waste.
e The privacy bag is larger than the normal kitchen-catcher size bag (max. 2 cubic
feet).
“The waste attendant will advise when there are unacceptable items in the clear plastic
garbage bag. There will be a zero tolerance.
No
Municipality of
HASTINGS HIGHLANDS
Items accepted for Waste Disposal/Waste Transfer recycling are:
Aluminum - foil, pop cans, pie plates.
Steel - food and beverage cans and tins (soup, juice, etc.), empty aerosol cans.
Glass - cleaned bottles and jars (clear or coloured).
Plastic - jars, bottles and containers with tops removed.
Poly Coated - drinking boxes, milk and juice cartons.
Cardboard - flattened boxes, pizza boxes, egg cartons, brown paper bags.
Paper - writing paper, envelopes, books (hard covers removed), shredded paper
(in a clear bag).
e Newsprint - newspapers, flyers, phone books, magazines, catalogues.
PLEASE ENSURE ITEMS ARE THOROUGHLY RINSED
items not accepted at the Waste Disposal/Waste Transfer site for recycling:
e Hazardous Waste - propane cylinders, paint cans, motor oil containers, light
bulbs, florescent lights, smoke and CO2 detectors.
APPENDIX A — Clear Bag Policy
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