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Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Comfort House, Inc., effective from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029. Countywide (Kim Ornberg, Environmental Services Director)
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Division:
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Environmental Services - Solid Waste Management
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Authorized By:
Kim Ornberg, Environmental Services Director
Contact/Phone Number:
Oliver Bond/407-665-2253
Background:
Seminole County Code Chapter 235 authorizes the Board of County Commissioners to regulate the collection and disposal of waste in unincorporated areas of Seminole County. Comfort House, Inc has complied with the requirements set forth in the Code and requested a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) from the County to provide collection services in unincorporated areas of the County. This firm is requesting a COPCN for October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2029. Additionally, insurance information in compliance with Code Chapter 235 has been provided.
Firms that collect only Construction and Demolition Debris, Special Wastes or Recyclables are not required to execute a non-exclusive commercial solid waste collection franchise agreement with the County. These firms are required to obtain COPCNs from the County.
Requested Action:
Staff requests the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a new Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Comfort House, Inc. A renewal of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the collection services for October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2029.