Doug Snyder

The meeting addressed several key areas, including updates on the "Shine a Light On Dumpers" grant and the approval to sign a contract with Lloyd's Excavating for waste cleanup. Discussions also covered website updates and the development of recycling guides for Adams and Clermont Counties, leading to approval for an agreement with South Fork Digital LLC. The board considered the replacement of a Dodge van with a Chrysler van, approving funds for the purchase. Updates were provided on the OEPA Annual Report, HHW Collection, Ohio River Flood debris collection, and the Solid Waste Plan. Additionally, there were reports on Adams County waste and recycling, along with an education report. The board also approved rescheduling the November meeting to December and authorized the Director to sign the 2026 Ohio EPA Community and Litter Grant Application.

The meeting addressed several key areas, including financial updates, authorization for the District Director to sign agreements with Winding Creek Recycling and Batavia Township, and travel authorization for council members. The director reported on Ohio EPA grants, USDA Food Waste Reduction grants, tire collection events, recycling drop-offs, and the AWAR concrete project. Discussions also covered the 2026 Solid Waste Plan update and education reports from Adams County. Rumpke provided an update on the proposed waste transfer depot and its new MRF. The board entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

The meeting included a financial report, highlighting the expenses of the tire amnesty event and the solid waste fund. Officers were elected for the Board of Directors. The 2020 budget was discussed and approved, including increases for recycling and education programs. Authorization was granted for professional memberships and a blanket travel budget. The Director was authorized to enter into various contracts and agreements. Updates were provided on employee changes, the AWAR installation, drop-off improvements, and school waste reduction programs. The board discussed the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 OEPA Litter Grants, including plans for sorting studies and a recycling awareness campaign. The AWAR report was tabled until the next meeting.

The meeting addressed various financial matters, including revenue from the Ohio EPA and expenses such as indirect costs to the Clermont County Treasurer. The board discussed and authorized SWANA memberships for staff to facilitate reduced training fees. A grant from the Ohio Attorney General's Office was reviewed and accepted for cleaning up an illegal dumpsite. The board also approved engaging outside legal counsel for solid waste management plan assistance and authorized a supplemental agreement with Clermont County for continued support services. Additionally, the director was authorized to handle vehicle titles, and the purchase of a new van was tabled for a future meeting. The board also discussed revamping the website of the Solid Waste District and requested multiple quotes and further discussion of the updates at the next meeting. The Director's report included updates on the Ohio River flood response, spring litter clean-up event, compost bin sale, tire collection events, Ohio EPA grants, the new office and HHW collection site, and Senate Bill 147 / House Bill 222. Updates were also provided on environmental education projects in both Clermont and Adams Counties, as well as reports on waste and recycling activities.

The meeting covered several key topics including a financial report, the 2024 budget, professional memberships, contracts and agreements for 2024, blanket travel authorization, and a blanket refreshment resolution. The Director's Report included updates on recycling drop-offs, tire collection events, Ohio Senate Bill 119, the 2026 Solid Waste Plan Update, a USDA Food Waste Reduction Grant, and the Pollution Prevention Internship Program. Also discussed was the AWAR Transfer Station & Adams County Education Report. The board also held the election of officers.