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During discussion following staffs presentation, a question was raised about the capacity of the County's Landfill. Commissioner Zorc requested that staff include in its presentation on March 18, 2015, data on the costs for closing and opening cells at the Landfill. Discussion ensued about the need for the municipalities to participate in the recycling initiative, and the benefits of a Mixed Waste Recycling(MWR) facility. Himanshu Mehta, Managing Director, SWDD, clarified that the District provides recycling for the entire County, including the municipalities. He also disclosed that staff will be making a future presentation on Mixed Waste Recycling (MWR). Director Burke added that the City of Fellsmere has been included in the North Service area of the RFP, subject to final approval by the Fellsmere City Council once the bid is awarded. Larry Brown, 5190 65th Street, said that having one or two franchise areas deters small businesses from competing for the bid award. He asked the Board to look at structuring County contracts to make it feasible for small businesses to participate. Lengthy discussion ensued on how waste hauling and recycling service costs are affected by the size of the franchise area or areas. Director of Management and Budget Director Jason Brown emphasized that staff designed the franchise service area/s not to exclude anyone, but to get the lowest rates for customers. Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, cautioned the Board to work out all the details before implementing the new plan, and to retain the current contracts for another year. Bill Rigby, 8465 591h Avenue, voiced objections to the inclusion of only one or two franchise areas in the RFP, and asked the Board to consider small/minority businesses. No Board Action Required or Taken Solid Waste Disposal District Page 2 March 17,2015