The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is conducting a review of its Regional Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP), last updated in 2009.
The review will identify new initiatives for reduce, reuse, recycle and disposal programs for the next five years, as many of the 2009 recommendations have now been completed.
A review of new opportunities and directions will be conducted to update the SWMP and to establish implementation priorities.
It is important to note that the process relies on input from residents, business and other stakeholders residing within member municipalities and rural areas alike. The review will explore enhanced recycling opportunities, including food waste and other waste diversion initiatives, landfill and transfer station management and public education.
“Public participation is absolutely essential to the success of this transparent process”, stresses Ben Van Nostrand, CSRD environmental health services team leader.
For more information, as well as the opportunity to provide input regarding this planning process through completion of a survey, visit the CSRD website at www.csrd.bc.ca. Those who complete the survey will be entered into a draw for the chance to win a $250 Visa gift card.
