6. Request Approval for Solid Waste to Apply for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Recycling

Board of Commissioners Meeting · 2026-06-16 · agenda_item

Clay County's Solid Waste department plans to apply for a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Environmental Assistance grant. The goal is to increase wood material recycling by adding equipment to sort usable wood from dumpsters and the Demo Landfill before compacting. This initiative aims to boost the county's recycling percentage towards a 2030 goal of 35%. If the grant is approved, the county plans to purchase a mini excavator, a tracked skid steer, and a trailer. This equipment could later be used to sort concrete and shingles for recycling. This item is currently under review, with a request for approval to apply for the grant. The project would involve the purchase and delivery of new heavy equipment, potentially followed by site preparation and operational setup for enhanced sorting processes. Contractors specializing in heavy equipment supply, maintenance, and potentially site work related to landfill operations could find opportunities. Suppliers of construction and demolition materials might also be involved if future recycling plans for concrete and shingles move forward. Reaching out early could provide an advantage before specific equipment needs or operational plans are finalized.

grant application amount

149961.60 $

county match

25000.00 $

recycling goal

35 %

recycling goal year

2030