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January 6, 2024 service update from GFL: We apologize for any confusion caused by previous messages. To be clear, GFL has suspended all collections for Monday, January 6 and will begin collecting Monday and Tuesday routes on Tuesday, January 7. We expect to collect some neighborhoods on their regularly scheduled days this week. For that reason, please have your trash and recycling set out on your regular service day. As always, some areas may experience delays because of safety and access issues. To allow us to resume normal service sooner, we will not be collecting yard waste or bulk items the week of January 6 but will instead focus all our collection resources on trash and recycling. We will collect double the amount of yard waste the week of January 13, along with Christmas trees that are cut into 4-foot lengths. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will continuously monitor road conditions as we make service decisions that prioritize the safety of our employees and communities. Please continue to check https://lnkd.in/gHpq3eAe, https://lnkd.in/g5T2s4EF, or x.com/gflkc for service updates.

The start of another 4 week program for new landfill operators. The team will understand the basics of operating a landfill, license obligations, and how to do the job safely.

The #ColoradoRiver is overused, over-allocated, diminished in supply, stressed by ever-growing demand and imperiled by #ClimateChange. But stakeholders sessions have been taking place to determine the future of the river — including leaders representing agricultural, municipal, tribal, utility, legal, financial, environmental, business, and infrastructure interests. Learn more about their vision for a sustainable Colorado River. 🏞️ 👇 http://ms.spr.ly/6040WHsTm

Missouri's Senate came to a standstill as lawmakers clashed over a bill that could halt a landfill project in south Kansas City. The proposed legislation would empower nearby communities to veto the landfill, highlighting the growing concern over landfill space running out. Residents in surrounding cities have voiced strong opposition to the landfill, citing health and property value concerns. However, some senators argue that the bill infringes on property rights and could set a precedent for government intervention. The debate underscores the intense lobbying efforts surrounding the landfill, with both supporters and opponents making their voices heard. While the bill remains unresolved, the issue continues to be a flashpoint in the legislative session. As discussions unfold, it's essential to consider the long-term implications of landfill expansion and the need for sustainable waste management solutions. 🌳♻️ #LandfillLegislation #MissouriSenate #Sustainability #WasteManagement

Irvine's new Gateway Village asks future homeowners to waive their right to sue the nearby Bowerman Landfill. As this landfill ramps up operations, what does this mean for residents? 📊 Key Points: New Neighborhood: Gateway Village, near Bowerman Landfill. Legal Waiver: Homeowners must sign away rights to sue the landfill. Increased Traffic: 40% more trash truck traffic is expected. Disclosures: Efforts to improve transparency on environmental hazards. #realestateagent #irvineca #housingcrisis #environmentalissues #communitynews

The #ColoradoRiver is overused, over-allocated, diminished in supply, stressed by ever-growing demand and imperiled by #ClimateChange. But stakeholders sessions have been taking place to determine the future of the river — including leaders representing agricultural, municipal, tribal, utility, legal, financial, environmental, business, and infrastructure interests. Learn more about their vision for a sustainable Colorado River. 🏞️ 👇 http://ms.spr.ly/6046WXc8Q

The #ColoradoRiver is overused, over-allocated, diminished in supply, stressed by ever-growing demand and imperiled by #ClimateChange. But stakeholders sessions have been taking place to determine the future of the river — including leaders representing agricultural, municipal, tribal, utility, legal, financial, environmental, business, and infrastructure interests. Learn more about their vision for a sustainable Colorado River. http://ms.spr.ly/6047WtWl1

The #ColoradoRiver is overused, over-allocated, diminished in supply, stressed by ever-growing demand and imperiled by #ClimateChange. But stakeholders sessions have been taking place to determine the future of the river — including leaders representing agricultural, municipal, tribal, utility, legal, financial, environmental, business, and infrastructure interests. Learn more about their vision for a sustainable Colorado River. 🏞️ 👇 http://ms.spr.ly/6040mhg02

Congratulations to Nelson Brooke, Charles Scribner, and the entire Black Warrior Riverkeeper team on their major victory after a five-year legal battle against Drummond Company over the abandoned Maxine Mine, once Alabama’s largest underground coal mine! Decades of unchecked pollution, including acid mine drainage and coal waste, devastated the Locust Fork and the Black Warrior River’s health. In 2022, a court-approved consent decree required Drummond to clean up the site and fund a $1 million Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP). This landmark ruling set a powerful precedent for holding polluters accountable in Alabama. Now, thanks to these efforts, 366 acres at the Mulberry and Locust forks’ confluence are conserved, supporting the river’s resilience for future generations. Together, they are proving that with accountability and action, even the most polluted waterways can recover. Read more about the victory and key partners like the Southern Environmental Law Center, Public Justice, and the Freshwater Land Trust: https://lnkd.in/gNynymy6 #advocacy, #cleanwater, #water, #wateraction, #climateaction, #environment, #environmentalprotection, #environmentaljustice, #SDG6

The United States is home to as many as 10,000 closed landfills and dumps. That's a lot of big brownfields! Landfill reuse can be complicated, which is why we asked Christina Rain,PE, Senior Project Manager for Langan to help break down the price. Learn more about how landfill reuse can improve communities on our blog: https://loom.ly/4pSlQ60 Register for CALRC to hear Christina speak during the session "PFASter than a Speeding Bullet" which will provide an in-depth analysis of new per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance guidance and how it will impact brownfields and due diligence. https://loom.ly/KqnyqA8