Baltimore City Council - Department of Public Works Letter - Fiscal Analysis of BRESCO Facility Legislation

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This document is a formal communication from the Department of Public Works to the President and members of the Baltimore City Council, dated January 28, 2019. It provides a detailed fiscal and operational analysis regarding the potential enactment of City Council Bill 18-0306, which concerns the BRESCO waste-to-energy facility. The letter outlines the existing financial arrangements between the City and BRESCO, including tipping fees and revenue streams, and evaluates the operational consequences of proposed emission standards. Key concerns highlighted include the necessity of potential facility shutdowns, the impact on the Quarantine Road Landfill capacity, and the logistical challenges of redirecting 200,000 tons of municipal waste. The Department underscores the substantial funding and infrastructure investment required to manage the City's solid waste stream safely and effectively if the legislation is adopted, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive long-term waste management strategy.

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Pages3

Reading Time1 min

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Financial Relationship with BRESCO

Fiscal Impact of CY 2018 Operations

Operational Implications of Bill 18-0306

Facility Emission Standards and Potential Shutdown

Waste Management and Landfill Capacity

Strategic Considerations for Long-term Disposal

FAQs

What was the total tipping fee paid by the City to BRESCO in 2018?

In calendar year 2018, the City paid BRESCO $8,883,499 in tipping fees for the disposal of its mixed refuse.

How would Bill 18-0306 affect the BRESCO facility's operations?

The enactment of the bill would likely require significant improvements to meet new NOx emission levels, which could necessitate an indeterminate shutdown period or the permanent closure of the facility.

What is the primary concern regarding the Quarantine Road Landfill?

The Department is concerned that redirecting the 200,000 tons of waste currently handled by BRESCO to the City-owned landfill would drastically reduce its remaining capacity, potentially requiring the City to stop accepting waste from private haulers and non-profits.

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