Item - 2015.PW7.3

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

1. City Council approve the Vision Statement as set out in the report (September 8, 2015) from the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services as follows:

"Waste Strategy Vision Statement:

Together we will reduce the amount of waste we generate, reuse what we can, and recycle and recover the remaining resources to reinvest back into the economy.  We will embrace a waste management system that is user-friendly, with programs and facilities that balance the needs of the community and the environment with long term financial sustainability.  Together, we will ensure a safe, clean, beautiful and healthy City for the future."

2. City Council approve the Guiding Principles as set out in the report (September 8, 2015) from the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services as follows:

"Waste Strategy Guiding Principles:

1. Work to Mitigate Climate Change Impacts - To reduce our impact on climate change we will find solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with our waste management system.

2. Treat Waste as a Resource- Waste is an asset that needs to be conserved. We should make best use of our waste by recovering materials and energy remaining after reducing, reusing, and recycling.

3. Prioritize our Community’s Health and Environment- The health of our residents and the environment is a priority in decision making to minimize negative impacts and to maximize the benefits.

4. Embrace Social Equity- Create an easy-to-use system that all residents and the community can understand and participate in.

5. Lead the Change- Strong leadership is taking ownership, leading by action and being responsible for the waste we produce.

6. Ensure Financial Sustainability- Financially sustainable solutions that are easy and affordable to maintain by future generations and also help to stimulate economic growth within our community.

7. Make the Future System Transparent- Future decisions on the implementation of the Strategy will be open, accessible and based on best practices and facts to find solutions that benefit all.

8. Support Development of Community Partnerships- Working together with local community groups and organizations will help us reach our goals and reduce waste more effectively and efficiently."

3. City Council approve the evaluation criteria in the following Table 3: Recommended Final Evaluation Criteria, as set out in the report (September 8, 2015) from the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services, to be used to evaluate the options (Appendix 1) in order to begin development of a draft Long Term Waste Management Strategy, subject to the addition of the following evaluation criteria:

Under the Social Impact/Benefit Category, the criteria of Behaviour Change with the Indicator – Potential to influence or encourage behaviour resulting in sustainable waste reduction choices (e.g. buying behaviour, consistent and dedicated participation in diversion programs, etc.).

4. City Council authorize the General Manager of Solid Waste Management Services to amend the Long Term Waste Management Strategy Consultant Agreement between the City of Toronto and HDR Corporation (RFP 9119-13-3146) to extend the term of the agreement until December 31, 2016.

5. City Council request the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services to include the following in Appendix 1 – Final List of Options in the report (September 8, 2015) from the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services:

Under Overall System Consideration, enhanced by-law enforcement strategies and a review of best practices in order to improve waste diversion requirements in existing residential and commercial buildings. This option would also consider the additional promotion and education strategy that would be required in order to effectively implement any new and enhanced bylaws.