06/08/26 Solid Waste & Recycling Commission

The Town of Fairfield Connecticut Solid Waste & Recycling Commission held a meeting on June 8, 2026, focusing primarily on waste management and recycling issues. Key procurement-related discussions included the review of food waste container options, where the commission decided to order Metro store containers despite a 57% price increase, surpassing the initial $10,000 budget. They also discussed plans to issue an RFP for additional waste receptacles at the transfer station and other locations, with the RFP preparation led by commission members. Budget considerations were highlighted, noting that recycling contamination has cost the town approximately $125,000 due to rejected loads, and fines related to improper recycling have reached around $50,000 this fiscal year. The commission emphasized community education efforts to reduce contamination and improve recycling practices, including outreach via newsletters, stickers, and public engagement. No formal votes on procurement contracts were recorded, but action items include finalizing the RFP and monitoring the delivery and deployment of new food waste containers.