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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Tulare County Grand Jury
• 2016-2017
Tulare County Grand Jury Report 2016-2017 Richgrove - Where Water Flows Problems Grow
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Findings 7 findings
F1
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The VMSWL met the state mandated diversion rate of 50%.
F2
Page 34
It is anticipated that the VMSWL will meet the increased 65% diversion mandate.
F3
Page 34
VMSWL personnel inspect the facility daily.
F4
Page 34
The following personnel play key roles in the maintenance and operation of VMSWL: a. Refuse Site Coordinator b. Fiscal Manager c. Solid Waste Sustainability Program Coordinator d. Solid Waste Environmental Coordinator
F5
Page 34
Materials transported to the landfill must be properly secured.
F6
Page 34
Specific areas are designated for recyclable materials that are picked up by other companies.
F7
Page 34
The VMSWL is well organized and operates efficiently.
Recommendations 1
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R1Page 34Explore a memorandum of understanding with the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office to supply inmate workers for the landfill to ensure it remains self-sustaining and provide additional workforce when needed. REQUIRED RESPONSES: 1. Tulare County Solid Waste Department (F1-7 and R1) 3 0 TULARE COUNTY GRAND JURY REPORT 2016-2017