An East Ladner organic waste composting facility is setting up a public advisory committee.
Located on 72nd Street, GFL Environmental’s new committee is intended as a forum to connect with the community on concerns and ideas regarding the composting facility’s operation.
In a recent letter to city council inviting a member of council to be part of the group, GFL noted it appreciates and understands that there have been concerns, particularly when it comes to odours.
“GFL prides itself on being a responsible and responsive neighbour and that is why we have taken, and continue to take, concrete steps to address these concerns,” the letter by district manager Daryl Goodwin notes.
The new committee is to allow company officials to hear directly from residents.
“Additionally, the forum will allow us to share information about the work we are doing to better serve the City of Delta, its businesses, and community members,” Goodwin adds.
Among other things, the committee is to “evaluate existing programs and protocols and provide recommendations on strategies regarding bird and gull control, odour management, traffic safety, debris management and other negative impacts as identified by management or PAC.”
Noting it has also launched a website to provide residents with information and updates, the company reiterated how its facility has undergone significant upgrades in an ongoing effort to address odour issues.
Council last week named Rod Binder as its representative.
