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The Benton County Talks Trash Solid Waste Workgroup is set to formally deliver its final report, along with written public comments received during an extended open comment period, to the Benton County Board of Commissioners on June 13. The report and public feedback are expected to play a crucial role in informing Commissioners' decision-making on solid waste and sustainable materials management in Benton County.
Benton County Board of Commissioners Chair Pat Malone said, "This important document will guide the Commission’s deliberations for the future of Solid Waste and Sustainable Materials in Benton County."
The report, which represents the culmination of a substantial collaborative process involving the public and key stakeholders, will serve as a guiding document for the County's future.
At the heart of the workgroup's objective was the Board of Commissioners’ commitment to transparency and collaboration on a complex and potentially contentious topic encompassing solid waste management and the Coffin Butte regional landfill. Currently, Coffin Butte hosts a landfill that serves a significant portion of the Willamette Valley.
Commissioners Xan Augerot and Nancy Wyse praised the collaborative effort and expressed gratitude for the community members and stakeholders who actively participated in the development of the report.
The completion of the report is the culmination of countless hours of collaboration and marks a pivotal moment for the Board of Commissioners and other county leaders. Equipped with the report, the Board is now well-positioned to make informed decisions on this high-priority topic, which aligns with Benton County's 2040 Thriving Communities Initiative, aiming to foster a sustainable future.
The presentation of the Benton County Talks Trash Solid Waste Workgroup's final report on June 13 marks a significant milestone for Benton County; it sets the stage for collaborative decision-making and will inform sustainable materials management strategies for the future.
Community members interested in attending are welcome. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. in the Holmes-Shipley Board meeting room located at 4500 Research Way in Corvallis. The public can email pioinfo@bentoncountyor.gov for additional information.
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Benton County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring and employment practices. This document is available in alternative formats and languages upon request. Please contact Cory Grogan at 541-745-4468 or pioinfo@bentoncountyor.gov.