Will County Landfill Committee Meeting August 11, 2026

The Will County Landfill Committee meeting on August 11, 2026, focused primarily on updates and procurement related to the county's Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) project and landfill operations. The committee received a detailed report on the RNG plant's performance, including production records, operational challenges, and maintenance activities. A significant procurement discussion centered on the purchase and installation of a fourth compressor to increase redundancy and support future expansion, with the compressor already purchased and engineering work underway. The committee discussed the upcoming Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for construction and installation, targeting issuance by mid-September and responses by October, emphasizing the need for qualified contractors experienced in similar work. Additionally, the committee reviewed ongoing work on a proposed landfill expansion, including site application development and coordination with Waste Management. No votes on procurement contracts were recorded, but the meeting included important updates on budget allocations, project status, and upcoming procurement actions related to landfill infrastructure and RNG operations.