Public Consultation Period Open: DRAFT Waste Management By-Law

30-Day Public Consultation Period OPEN June 1 - June 30, 2025

Waste Management By-Law & Public Consultation

At a Special Council Meeting that was dedicated to waste management initiatives for the township that was held on May 22, 2025, the Council for the Township of Billings gave first reading to the Waste Management bylaw. This bylaw repeals Bylaw 2013-45 and provides guidance and provisions for waste management activities within the township.

As waste management affects all the residents and businesses in the township, Council requested and agreed that there will be a 30-day public consultation period for the residents and business owners to provide comment regarding the bylaw. This period runs from June 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025. The Township values constructive and positive input from the residents of the Township and will review all comments provided to assist in gauging public opinion of the provisions of the bylaw.

A copy of the bylaw will be available at the at the Township Office and on the Township website under "Waste & Recycling", with all comments being presented in writing or via email to bylaw@billingstwp.ca. All comments must have the residents name and contact information included.

The Township values constructive and positive input from the residents of the Township and will review all comments provided to assist in gauging public opinion of the provisions of the bylaw.

DRAFT Waste Management By-Law available for download here.

Public Consultation Comment Form here.

UPDATE

At the May 20,2025 Special Council Meeting, the Township of Billings Council gave first reading to the draft Waste Management bylaw and stated that there shall be a 30-day period be given for public consultation. At the same meeting Council also passed a motion to accept the Waste Management Strategy Plan.

After reviewing the initial public consultation responses, it was determined that there was an oversight by not posting the Waste Management Strategy Plan along with the draft bylaw to provide background information to the township residents that there is a plan going forward to implement waste management measures that include waste diversion, recycling and composting. It should be noted that the Township is committed to the long-term objective of managing waste initiatives that will prolong the life span of the township landfill site and demonstrate stewardship in environmental concerns.

Please review the Waste Management Strategy Plan here.