UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Coshocton-Fairfield-Licking Perry Solid Waste District 675 Price Rd. Newark, OH 43055
Phone: 740-349-6308 Fax: 740-784-4203 Email: kim@cflpswd.org or kate@cflpswd.org
The Coshocton-Fairfield-Licking-Perry Solid Waste District has begun the update of their Solid Waste Plan. The Plan is a document that is required per the ORC in a format that is required by the OEPA. The first stage of the plan update is preparation of the draft plan. Once the draft plan is submitted to the OEPA, it will be reviewed and comments will be returned to the District. Once comments are received from OEPA, a public comment period is held, along with a public hearing. The Policy Committee then makes necessary changes based on the feedback received. The plan is then adopted by the committee and it is sent the out to all Townships, Municipalities, and Boards of County Commissioners for ratification. Those communities then have 90 days to read & vote on the plan. Once ratified, the plan goes back to the OEPA for final approval.
As part of this process the Policy Committee has formed several subcommittees to address specific sections of the plan. The following subcommittees have been created: Disposal Subcommittee who will work to demonstrate sufficient capacity to handle waste disposal, for the life of the plan; Residential Recycling Subcommittee which will determine the public's access & waste minimization opportunities for different materials; Business Reduction/Recycling Subcomittee who will demonstrate the institutional, commercial & industrial sectors have access to recycling for at least 4 materials; Outreach & Marketing Subcommittee will develop strategies for providing informational & technical assistance to waste generators on reycling, reuse & compositing; Special Wastes & Optional Programs Subcomittee provides strategies for managing restricted waste (such as HHW) and evaluate financial incentives; and the Finance Subcommittee is responsible for creating a budget to fund these programs, maintaining a positive balance throughout the 15 year life of the plan.
The Polciy Committee's will meet on June 26th, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Don Hill County Administration Bldg., 20 S. Second St., Newark, OH. The purpose of the meeting is to consider input, modify the draft plan, and approve or reject any changes. A resolution will be presented for adoption of Solid Waste Plan.
Recycling is one of the easiest ways individuals and households can reduce waste, conserve natural resources and support a more sustainable community. While most people are familiar with the concept of recycling, there is often confusion about what can be recycled and how to do it properly. Understanding a few basic guidelines can make a big difference in keeping recycling programs effective and affordable.
When recyclable materials are placed in the trash, they end up in landfills where they take up valuable space and represent a a missed opportunity. Recycling: conserves natural resources (i.e. trees, water and minerals), saves energy compared to making products from raw materials, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and supports local jobs and manufacturing. However, recycling on works well when the right materials are placed in the recycling bins. Please read the signage at your recycling site along with labeling on the recycling bin to see what materials are being collected at that site.
Most curbside recycling programs accept: paper and cardboard (newspapers, magazines, office paper, mail, paperboard and corrugated boxes - flattened to save space), plastic bottles and containers (typically labeld #1 & #2, but some sites accept more), metal cans (aluminum beverage cans, steel/tin food cans), and some sites will accept glass bottle and jars.
One of the biggest challenges facing recycling programs is contamination - tems that don't belong in recycling or materials that are dirty. Contamination increases processing costs and can eause entire loads of recyclable to be rejected.
Avoid placing the following in recycling bins: plastic bags (if you place your recyclable in plastic bags for transportation purposes, empty the recyclable into the bin and take the bags with you), film wrap, food soiled containers (greasy pizza boxes), styrofoam, hoses, cords or wires, clothing, diapers and other sanitary products.
A simple rule to remember is empty, clean & dry. Empty containers of foods & liquids, clean them by giving a quick rinse, and let them dry. This will help prevent with odors, pests, and contamination.
Know your local recycling rules. Recycling programs can vary by community. Materials accepted in one area may not be accepted in another. Take a few minutes to review your local recycling guidelines or visit your community's website for an up-to-date list of accepted materials.
The Policy Committee's next meeting is scheduled for February 27th, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Don Hill County Administration Bldg., 20 S. Second St., Newark, OH. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct routine business including election of officers.
