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<br /> Comprehensive Review of <br /> S olid W aste Collection and Disposal Options <br /> <br /> <br />v2.1 146 10/22/12 <br />land within the Town’s limits that meets the regulatory siting restrictions outlined in the North <br />Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources solid waste regulations (15A <br />NCAC 13B) and community criteria that would be developed may be limited. However, <br />additional studies would be needed to confirm this. In addition, as will be demonstrated below, <br />the cost for a Town-only landfill would likely be prohibitive, although a new regional landfill <br />could likely be developed at a tip fee rate similar to what the Town currently pays. <br />11.1.1.1 Advantages <br />The following advantages can be associated with developing a new regional landfill within the <br />Town or close to the Town: <br /> Reduced transportation costs and consumption of fossil fuels. <br /> Relatively predictable and stable future landfill disposal costs. <br /> Self-sufficiency. <br /> Ability to quickly respond to emergencies or other unanticipated conditions. <br /> A regional landfill would reduce the costs allocated to regional members. <br /> Landfill gas utilization (limited development potential for a Town-only landfill, but <br />may be of value relative to a regional landfill). <br />11.1.1.2 Disadvantages <br />The following disadvantages can be associated with developing a new regional landfill within <br />the Town or close to the Town: <br /> Long-term commitment required (operational and post-closure care periods). <br /> Community opposition and potential impacts to communities surrounding the landfill <br />(noise, vectors, odors, and traffic), although mitigation measures can reduce or <br />eliminate these impacts. <br /> Potential long-term liabilities associated with groundwater, surface water, and air <br />quality. <br /> Significant capital investment required (see discussion below). <br /> Developing a new landfill could require 5 to 10 years to complete. As such, it is not <br />available as a short-term alternative to the Town in the near future. <br />11.1.2 Projected 30 -Year Disposal Needs <br />SCS evaluated the projected MSW disposal requirements for a Town-only and regional landfill <br />over the next 30 years. The projections take into account the projected changes in population