Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into the Twelfth Modification of the Lease and Transfer Agreement between the City and the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio ("SWACO"), dated April 1, 1993, ( as modified by the First through the Tenth Modifications to that Agreement, the "Lease Agreement") for the purpose of providing partial funding for the Office of the Environmental Steward through December 31, 2010, and for the purpose of terminating SWACO's ability to enter into lease agreements to mine minerals as permitted by the Eighth Modification.
The Office of the Environmental Steward was first established by the City and SWACO under the terms and conditions of the Seventh Modification. Since then it has been extended and modified several times to reflect ongoing commitment and support. The interest and need in the community for strong environmental leadership is at an all time high. The efforts of the Environmental Steward work to protect the SWACO landfill by reducing the amount of waste produced in our community, by increasing recycling, working to attract green businesses to our community, providing for public education, and protecting our air and water.
In addition, this modification will establish certain goals and objectives for the Office of Environmental Steward. The goals have been mutually established by both SWACO and the City of Columbus, to ensure their conformance with Ohio law. Additionally, by mutually determining the goals for the Office, both The City and SWACO ensure that the program accomplishes work that is in the best interest of the community. This important project is a model of collaboration and demonstrates the commitment of the City and SWACO to improving the environmental conditions of the City, Franklin County, and SWACO's solid waste management district.
Fiscal Impact: The City's share of the operation of the Office of the Environmental ...
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