HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-09-15 Utilities UTILITIES NOVEMBER 9,2015 4:10 P.M.
Committee Members Present: Dr. David Varner, Gavin Ferlic, Dr. Fred Ferlic,
Derek Dieter(XAB)
Citizen Members: Jack Smith (AB), Kathleen Petitjean (AB)
Other Council Present: Tim Scott, Henry Davis,Valerie Schey(XAB),Oliver Davis,
Karen White
Others Present: Brian Pawlowski, Kara Boyles, Eric Horvath,James Mueller,
Chris Huff, Kathy Cekanski-Farrand,S.J. Szabo
Agenda: Bill 25-15 Amend Chapter 16 in SBMC Book Regarding to
Provide Yard Waste Removal Solely from City
Furnished Containers
Bill 26-15 Amend Chapter 16 in SBMC Book Regarding
Adjusting Fees for City Collection of Disposal of
Refuse
Bill 40-15 Amend Chapter 17 in SBMC Book Updating
Section 17-14 Addressing Drain & Downspouts
Disconnection Requirements
Bill 68-15 Amend Chapter 6, 17& 18 in SBMC for Rules for
Permit Changes for Storm Water Construction
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Dr. David Varner,Chair of the Utilities called the hearing to order indicating there was a quorum present
to consider the four bills on the agenda.
The first was bill 25-15. This bill would require the use of city provided containers for the removal of
yard waste. Eric Horvath, Director of Public Works, made the presentation. He said the use of city
provided containers would be more efficient and safer for the collectors. The plan would include a once
a month free pickup of one cubic yard of materials.
Several Councilmembers asked clarifying questions. During the citizen comment portion Mr.Szabo
spoke against the bill. He said the proposed containers were too large for citizens to maneuver and
store...robotic arm trucks were too expensive...and rear manually loaded trucks were better. Kathy
Cekanski-Farrand, Council Attorney,said language in the bill needed a rewrite. With that Eric asked the
bill be continued until the next meeting on November 23, 2015.
The next bill 26-15 would adjust fees for collection of solid waste. Eric Horvath again made the
presentation. He used a handout and overhead to defend his request. (Attached) He said expenses
had risen every year since the last fee increase in 2008. Reserve cash balances were diminished to an
inadequate level. Additionally,the robotic are system was much safer for pickup crews.
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During Council discussion both Dr. Ferlic and Henry Davis suggested a study be done to compare the
cost of privatizing the pick-up service. Citizen Chris Huff agreed with looking at privatizing and also said
street rather than alley pick-up would be less costly.
After further Q&A Dr. Ferlic moved the bill go forward favorably Gavin Ferlic Seconded. All supported.
The next two bills 40-15 and 68-15 were continued until November 23, 2015 at the request of Eric
Horvath. In both cases the continuation motions were made by Dr. Ferlic and Gavin Ferlic. Each
continuation motion was supported by all.
Dr.Varner adjourned at 5:12 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Dr. David Varner, Chairperson
Utilities Committee
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Exhibit 1. America's Most Dangerous Professions, 2014
Ranking Profession Deaths Per 100,000 Workers
1 Loggers 109.5
2 Fisherman 80.8
3 Aircraft Pilots 63.2
4 Roofers 46.2
5 Solid Waste Collectors 35.8
6 Farmers, Ranchers 26.0
7 Steel Workers 25.2
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) Report, 2014
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Health (NIOSH), workers in solid waste collection were also in the
top three job classifications to have the highest number of nonfatal
injuries and illnesses, most caused by overexertion, being struck,
striking against, or being compressed in equipment. The majority
of worker's compensation claims nationally are typically attributed
to repetitive stress injuries associated with lifting refuse containers
or getting in/out of the collection vehicle. Also problematic are the
contents of refuse: broken glass, chemical waste, pool chemicals, and
needles and other medical wastes, which results in cuts, lacerations,
punctures, bruises, illnesses and contusions. Vehicular traffic and
repeated lifting while on the run produces thousands of injuries each
year. Some injuries stem from constantly repeating awkward move-
ments, such as jumping in and out of the back of collection vehicles, .
and lifting heavy or oversized containers.
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Cash Balance 1865
Ending Cash Balance
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1,200,000 - 1,169,980 1,174,773
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600,000 -
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400,000 - 249,118
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SCHEDULE OF PRESENT AND PROPOSED RATES AND CHARGES F
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Monthly Rates
Present Proposed Rates ' 1865
Trash: Rates 2015 2016
Within City of South Bend Limits: ($11.52 Res. Rate) ($12.48 Res. Rate)
Family dwellings:
One-family dwelling $10.56 (1) $11.52 $12.48
Two-family dwelling * 16.56 (1) 18.06 19.57
Three-family dwelling * 22.56 (1) 24.61 26.66
Four-family dwelling * 28.56 (1) 31.16 33.76
Senior rate 6.34 (1) 6.91 7.49
Commercial 12.00 13.82 16.22
Outside City of South Bend Limits:
Residential $12.67 $13.82 $16.22
Residential senior 7.92 8.64 9.36
Additional Trash Containers (per container) $5.00 (2) $6.55 $7.09
Annual Rate
Yard Waste Bin (per container) $16.00 $16.00 $16.00
(1) Per Ordinance No. 9861-08 adopted August 25, 2008.
(2) Per Ordinance No. 9598-05 adopted June 27, 2005.
* With one water meter.
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Rate Comparisons
Solid Waste Residential Rate
$24.00
$18.85
$13.77 $14.00
$12.48 $12.43 $12.68
$11.52
$10.56
South Bend South Bend South Bend Elkhart 2015 Elkhart 2016 Mishawaka Private i Private 2 Private 3
Current 2015 2016
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Monthly Rates for Indiana Cities with Population
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> 25,000
REPUBLIC SERVICES I $14.00
WASTE MANAGEMENT + J $18.85
BORDEN -
_,1 $24.00
SOUTH BEND-2014 I $10.56
SOUTH BEND-2015 $11.52
SOUTH BEND-2016 $12.48
CARMEL-2015 $9.61 ,1
CARMEL-2016 111, — $9.90
FORTWAYNE MINN $9.95
EVANSVILLE '- $10.65
ANDERSON s' 1 $10.70
HOBART wok, — $11.95
VALPARAISO =Er $12.00
ELKHART-2o15 $12.43
El..KHART-zo16 $12.68
GREENWOOD U $13,47
MISHAWAKA $13.77
MARION $13.80
WEST LAFAYETTE $15.00
LAWRENCE I $15.00
SCHERERVILLE $15.50
NEW ALBANY $15.63
MERRILLVILLE $16.89
HAMMOND $21.00
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•Solid Waste Rates