Arkansas Administrative Code Agency 219 - Faulkner County Solid Waste Management District
Agency Overview
Agency Number: 219
Agency Name: Faulkner County Solid Waste Management District
Type: Local governmental agency operating under Arkansas law
Purpose:
The Faulkner County Solid Waste Management District is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing solid waste programs in Faulkner County, Arkansas. The agency’s goal is to ensure proper collection, recycling, and disposal of solid waste to protect public health, the environment, and local communities.
Legal Authority
Operates under the Arkansas Solid Waste Management Act and related administrative rules in the Arkansas Administrative Code.
Authority includes establishing local regulations, managing solid waste facilities, and coordinating programs with the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ).
Governance
The agency is governed by a Board of Directors:
Typically includes representatives from participating municipalities and Faulkner County.
Board members oversee budgeting, planning, and policy decisions.
They may appoint an Executive Director or administrator to manage day-to-day operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Faulkner County Solid Waste Management District has the following core functions:
Solid Waste Planning:
Develops long-term solid waste management plans for the county.
Identifies needs for collection, recycling, and disposal infrastructure.
Waste Collection Coordination:
Oversees contracts with haulers and recycling companies.
Ensures compliance with state solid waste rules and permits.
Facility Management:
Supervises local transfer stations, landfills, and recycling centers.
Maintains records for permits, environmental compliance, and operational safety.
Public Education:
Provides programs to educate residents and businesses on waste reduction, recycling, and environmental stewardship.
Reporting and Compliance:
Submits reports to the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality.
Monitors regulatory compliance of solid waste activities within Faulkner County.
Funding
Funding typically comes from a combination of:
Local millage or tax assessments approved by voters
Fees charged for waste collection or disposal
Grants or state funds for recycling and waste management programs
Key Principles
Promote environmental protection and public health.
Encourage recycling and waste reduction.
Ensure safe and legal disposal of all solid waste in the county.
Maintain coordination with local governments and state agencies.
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