Rivanna Solid Waste Authority Holding Community Meetings
GBB Assisting Authority with Strategic Plan

On November 15, 2007, at a community meeting for the residents of Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia, GBB staff presented the findings of their in-depth assessment of the facilities and services operated by the Rivanna Service Authority (RSWA), which provides solid waste services to 132,000 City and County residents.  The community meeting was a key element in the Rivanna Solid Waste Authority’s strategic planning process for which GBB serves as the Authority’s solid waste consultant.

During the strategic planning process, GBB conducted a critical review of the RSWA’s services and facilities; personally interviewed more than 50 community stakeholders; held discussions with the RSWA Citizens Advisory Committee; and conducted data and document review, a detailed technical evaluation, and benchmarking with five communities that are similar in one or more ways to the Charlottesville area. GBB also developed a public opinion survey asking residents to provide their suggestions for improvements to current facilities and services.

During the November 15 and December 4 community meetings, GBB staff presented the findings of their assessment and discussed a number of options for improving the trash and recycling system in the Authority’s service area. Following the two meetings, GBB will draft a report for the RSWA Board of Directors, elected officials, and University officials, which is intended to lead to public discussions and decisions toward new expectations for RSWA.

Video of December 4 Community Meeting »
Video of November 15 Community Meeting »
Community Meeting Presentation (PDF) »
RSWA Press Release (PDF) »
RSWA Strategic Plan Information Website »