Welcome to the Colorado Rocky Mountain Chapter of SWANA,
the Solid Waste Association of North America.

Our Mission:

To advance the practice of environmentally and economically sound municipal solid waste management.

SWANA is the oldest, largest and most well-respected professional organization in the solid waste field. The association represents some 7,000 solid waste professionals nationwide.

Take a moment to look around and check out our newsletter to see what is happening here at the Colorado Chapter. You can also click on the SWANA Logo to reach SWANA's National Home page. Enjoy!

News:

Feb222012

Air Quality Issues (presented by CDPHE – APCD)
- Compliance Session: Feb 22, 2012

Colorado Rocky Mountain SWANA has invited CDPHE Air Pollution Control Division to share information on the current process and proposed process for the submittal of the Air Pollution Emission Notice and Construction Permit (based on the APEN) reporting, Petroleum Contaminated Soils (PCS) and Compost Greenhouse Gas (GHG) impacts.

This session is intended for all interested parties who operate, own, or consult for solid waste facilities but in particular for the smaller operations. How you answer the following questions may suggest attendance would be beneficial.

Do you have an APEN for your operation(s)?
When is your APEN renewal due?
When was the last time you checked your Construction Permit?
Do you have a current construction permit (yes you are supposed to have one)?
Do you have an updated Waste Design Capacity Report?
Do you take PCS?
Do you divert yard waste for chipping and/or composting?
Are you composting only?
Do you have a current APEN for your composting?
Do you have questions on the current or proposed air quality rules and regulations?

Feb52012

2012 Winter Newsletter Posted

The 2012 Winter Newsletter is now available.

Dec122011

2011 Annual Conference
Colorado Rocky Mountain SWANA Chapter

The 2011 Annual Conference was a great success and the presentations are now available.

Jun242011

2011 Colorado SWANA 2011 Truck Road-E-O A Success!

Larry Trujillo – Grand Champion

Congratulations to Larry Trujillo, with Alpine Waste & Recycling, for earning the honor as this year's Grand Champion.

Other winners:

SIDE LOADER:
- 1st Place - Larry Bettale, III, City of Denver
- 2nd Place - David Clark, City of Thornton
- 3rd Place - Warren Saunders, City of Thornton
FRONT LOADER:
- 1st Place - Larry Trujillo, Alpine Waste & Recycling
- 2nd Place - Larry Bettale, City of Denver
- 3rd Place - Ascension Duran, Waste Connections
REAR LOADER:
- 1st Place - Tommy Bettale, City of Denver
- 2nd Place - Richard Trinidad, City of Denver
- 3rd Place - Chris Ferry, Waste Connections
ROLL-OFF:
- 1st Place - Sergio Orozco, Gator Rubbish
- 2nd Place - Jennifer Proctor, City of Loveland
- 3rd Place - Steve Contreras, City of Denver

Mar212011

Methamphetamine Waste Awareness & Special Waste Management
April 19, 2011

Colorado Rocky Mountain SWANA has developed an informational session for waste owners, transporters and operators on the recognition of methamphetamine wastes and related manufacture paraphernalia. The special session will enhance worker awareness and risk avoidance should such materials be encountered on a waste collection route or at a waste handling/disposal facility.

THIS STUFF IS NOTHING TO METH AROUND WITH!

You will learn about products and equipment that are used to make methamphetamine and potential risks associated with exposure and improper handling.

Following lunch (lunch to be provided), we will have a second session consisting of a panel discussion and open forum on the acceptance and management of wastes that may require special handling. The panel will consist of representatives from the regulated and regulatory communities who will share their respective perspectives and experience. The session will be an open forum to allow attendees to also share experiences and ask questions about acceptance, handling and management of any materials/wastes that you are interested in discussing: