Landfill Standing Commitee 04012019 MinutesCITY OF MUSKEGO
LANDFILL STANDING COMMITTEE
MINUTES
April 1, 2019
5:00 PM
Conference Room, Gas Building, Advanced
Disposal Emerald Park Landfill, LLC, W124
S10629 124t" Street Muskego, WI 53150
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Slocomb called the meeting to order at 5:01 PM.
ROLL CALL
Present: Analiese Smith, Don Mateicka, Sr., Roland Kieffer, Patrick Murray, Mark Slocomb,
Ald. Eileen Madden, Michael Cowling, Greg Burmeister, Harvey Schweitzer, Scott Kroeger,
Director of Public Works and Development
Guests: Mike Hackney, Jo Spear, Jr., Jeremy Sauld, Mr. & Mrs. John Wonder
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
The meeting was posted in accordance with the Wisconsin open meeting laws.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 7, 2019 MEETING
Aid. Madden made a motion to approve the minutes of the January 7, 2019 meeting, Mr.
Murray seconded.
Motion Passed 9 in favor.
OPEN FORUM
(Limit to 5 Minutes/Person) Opportunity for citizens to address the committee on issues
relevant to the current landfill operation.
Mr. Sauld came to see what this Committee does and how the Landfill works. He resides in the
Town of Norway, near Wind Lake. He has noticed the smell becoming more prominent and
consistent this year. He asked the Committee how large the Landfill could potentially become
because he will put his house up for sale if things do not improve.
Mr. Wonder agreed with the statements that Mr. Sauld made. His wife has called previously
and spoke with Mr. Hackney.
COMPLIANCE OFFICER REPORT
Mr. Spear stated he continues to perform his weekly audits. The seeps have been repaired,
except one that remains open. Mr. Spear has not noticed an increase or decrease in odor with
the repairs completed. The amount of complaints received have decreased. Mr. Spear handed
out a copy of his annual report, which will also be posted on the website.
STATUS OF PROJECTS
Clay Extraction
Mr. Hackney stated none for 2019.
Household Hazardous Waste
Ms. Smith handed out annual and quarterly reports. The Landfill came in under budget
$4,000.00 for 2018. The Landfill is currently under budget in 2019.
MMSD Project
Mr. Hackney stated the Landfill swapped out the media to help with gas and moisture. It is
changed approximately every six months. Burning off about 1,900 CFM/minute, this is up 200
CFM from last meeting. MMSD continues to take the full amount of available gas.
Electronic Recycling
Mr. Hackney stated the program is going well.
Residential Drop -Off Site
Mr. Hackney stated it is operating well. This summer he wants to move the compost area first,
then the containers and finally put up new signage for residents to direct them to the new area.
Well Testing for Well Water Protection Area
Mr. Hackney stated nothing at this time.
Plan Modification Issues
Mr. Hackney stated none since last meeting.
Property Protection/Sociological
Mr. Hackney stated they purchased a home on 8 Mile Road. He also received a call today from
Raynor Avenue that they would like to proceed with the Landfill purchasing their home.
NEW BUSINESS
CONTINUING BUSINESS
Updates on Odor Complaints
Mr. Hackney stated the contractors are coming next week Wednesday to drill five new wells in
the active cell area. The main drilling (and subsequent smell) will last about a week. If each
new well is not finished by dusk each day, they do have a steel cover that is put into place over
the holes. The whole process will take 5-6 weeks by the time all the piping is hooked up and
the wells are fully functioning. Mr. Hackney also mention this project was originally planned for
Fall, but he was able to move it up to Spring to help combat the odors more quickly.
Mr. Hackney, Mr. Spear and Mr. Murray along with the Committee explained to the three Town
of Norway residents how closed and active cells work, along with the overall workings and
history of the Landfill.
OTHER BUSINESS
Review Payments made from Committee Funds
Confirm Next Meeting Date: July 1, 2019 at 4:00 PM for Annual Tour followed by
Meeting at 5:00 PM
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANY OTHER BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
CITIZEN COMMENTARY
(Limited to 15 Minutes) Time for citizens to respond to agenda items discussed at this meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Cowling made a motion to adjourn at 6:19 PM, Aid. Madden seconded.
Motion Passed 9 in favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Wendy Fredlund
Transcribing Secretary