Two Hearings Set on Comp Plan Changes for Cedar Trail Landfill Aug 23, 2009
However, under terms of the agreement with Republic Services of Florida, Cedar Trail will accept many categories of Class I refuse, including sewage sludge, but will not accept garbage. In a settlement of earlier litigation, landfill operators agreed to a prohibition on burying of household garbage, but later went to court claiming that the agreement did not prohibit commercial garbage. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Landfill closing work expected to be done by October Aug 20, 2009
We expect the job to be totally complete by the end of October, said Mark Richards, area environmental manager with Republic Services Inc. It s supposed to take about six months from the time the landfill in Coles County stopped taking waste for the work to close it to be complete, he said. After about 30 years of operation under various owners, the landfill reached its capacity and stopped accepting trash for disposal at the end of April. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Public works officials seek answers to trash issue Aug 15, 2009
Demery said he hopes to have Board of Supervisors approval in two weeks after a public hearing on Aug. 25 to move forward on a deal to sell the landfill operation to Republic Services, the second-largest waste disposal company in the U.S. ... Mike Caprio, Republic Services Northern California president, said he now plans to meet with the cities in the process of getting their needed long-term trash commitments. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
County announces possible dump deal Aug 13, 2009
Republic Services, the second largest trash hauler in the U.S., with headquarters in Arizona and operations in 40 states, is in negotiations to buy the countys landfill operation that includes the main 400-acre county dump and recycling operation on Mecham Road near Petaluma plus transfer stations in Annapolis, Healdsburg, Guerneville and the city of Sonoma ... Sebastopol City Manager Jack Griffin said the Sebastopol City Council hasnt made a commitment and the Council would need more... (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Marcial: A Look at Gabelli's Fab Five Aug 12, 2009
01%; Republic Services (), up 26. 67%; and Ticketmaster (), up 53. (BusinessWeek)
Arizona's public companies dry up Aug 9, 2009
"It's notable that when Freeport acquired Phelps Dodge, they decided to move their headquarters to Phoenix, as Republic Services did when they bought Allied Waste," Walchli said ... Trash-hauler Republic Services likely will make next year's list. (AZCentral -- Business)
Open house gives up-close look at Livingston Landfill Aug 8, 2009
Allied Waste, a division of Republic Services, hosted the open house so people could see how the landfill operates and get information on planned new innovations. Tours were by bus, and people had the opportunity to drive up the landfill and see how garbage was disposed of at the site. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Hispanic Workers Fired for Organizing With Teamsters at Republic Services in Las Vegas Aug 8, 2009
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Hispanic recycling workers at Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: ) in Las Vegas were fired this week after expressing their desire to seek union representation with Teamsters Local 631. Management announced the first wave of firings following the launch of an organizing effort by the more than 200 workers. (PR Newswire)
Supervisors seeking waste solutions Aug 7, 2009
Republic Services, the second largest trash hauler in the United States with headquarters in Arizona and operations in 40 states, is in negotiations to buy the county s landfill operation, which includes the main 400-acre county dump and recycling operation on Mecham Road near Petaluma plus transfer stations in Annapolis, Healdsburg, Guerneville and the city of Sonoma ... Sebastopol City Manager Jack Griffin said the Sebastopol city council hasn t made a commitment and the council would need... (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Veolia ES Solid Waste adds Kentucky routes Aug 1, 2009
-based Republic Services (NYSE: RSG) is selling because of its recent merger with of Phoenix. Regulators are requiring that Republic and Allied sell off some commercial waste collection and disposal assets as part of the deal. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Garbage firm raises earnings expectations Jul 31, 2009
Republic Services Inc., a Phoenix-based national garbage collecting and recycling company, has raised its earnings expectations for the year even though revenues are expected to fall more than expected because of the recession ... Waste Management is the nation's largest garbage company and Republic Services, the second. (AZCentral -- Business)
Republic Services, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings Jul 30, 2009
PHOENIX, July 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: ) today reported net income of $225 ... "We continue to maintain our pricing discipline along with our focus on integration, synergy savings and operating cost controls," said James E. O'Connor, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Republic Services, Inc. "As a result of these efforts, we are raising our financial guidance for full year 2009. Our pricing strategy is the key to improving margins and earning an adequate... (PR Newswire)
Republic Services income, revenue jumps Jul 30, 2009
Republic Services sees jump in income, revenue as merger pays off - Phoenix Business Journal ... Republic Services sees jump in income, revenue as merger pays off ... Our field organization and regional teams have performed exceptionally well as we continue to realize success from the merger of Allied Waste Industries and Republic Services, said Donald W. Slager, president and COO of Republic. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Quantity of recycled materials drops off during recession Jul 29, 2009
Jim Poulin/Phoenix Business Journal Republic Services Inc. has seen a slight uptick in the amount of recycled material to be sorted and exported at its Phoenix facility, despite a plunge in market prices ... Materials such as cardboard and plastics can be shipped overseas for reuse, and that could fuel a quicker recovery in the Western U.S., said Kurt Blascoe, director of recycling and material markets for Republic Services Inc. in Phoenix ... Republic Services Inc.. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Not your father's garbage trucks Jul 25, 2009
Jimmy Chavez, a trainer and former driver for Allied Waste (now Republic Services Inc.) in Phoenix, remembers what that is like ... Keith Swafford, a Republic Services driver in Phoenix, likes being able to operate the arms and other processes with a joystick instead of pulling levers ... Don Slager, president and chief operating officer of Republic Services, the nation's second-largest garbage-collection and recycling company, said there are many areas in the U.S. where there are still two to... (AZCentral -- Business)
JDA profits rise, Peter Hathaway named CFO Jul 21, 2009
Hathaway joins the company after time spent as executive vice president and chief financial officers of Allied Waste Industries Inc., which merged with Republic Services Inc. last year. He has more than 30 years of financial management experience. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Bartow Sets Oct. 1 Target Date To Begin Curbside Recycling Jul 13, 2009
Long told commissioners the city was ready to implement a recycling program a year ago, but didn t want to go into it while the city was still in negotiations with Republic Services of Florida over the Cedar Trail Landfill. Stewart said the city began its recycling efforts years ago by placing six containers at the Civic Center. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Businesses look toward recycling to cut costs and to make money Jul 10, 2009
The amount of materials recycled nationally is declining somewhat because of the worsened economy, said Peg Mulloy, manager of media relations of Republic Services Inc. (NYSE: RSG), a Phoenix-based company that operates in 40 states. As a rule, during a recession, companies are not going to produce as many things. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Electricity project short-circuited in 3 Valley counties Jul 6, 2009
One of the Bay Area's largest renewable energy projects began operation today -- a landfill gas to energy station at Republic Services' Ox Mountain Landfill in Half Moon Bay. Owned and operated by a subsidiary of Ameresco, Inc., the nation's largest independent energy services company, the landfill gas to energy plant will supply enough renewable energy to customers in Alameda and Palo Alto to power more than 11,900 average-sized homes. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Va. woman rides to landfill in trash bin Jul 3, 2009
5 MW biogas plant is located at the Ox Mountain Landfill, which is owned and operated by Republic Services and located in Half Moon Bay in San Mateo County ... One of the Bay Area's largest renewable energy projects began operation today -- a landfill gas to energy station at Republic Services' Ox Mountain Landfill in Half Moon Bay. (Fresno Bee)
5-Star Stocks Poised to Pop: Waste Management Jul 3, 2009
Republic Services (NYSE: RSG). Casella Waste Systems. (MSNBC -- Business)
Dinuba to plug into energy farm Jul 2, 2009
"Adding integrated monitoring and control capability transforms our ability to manage water and energy Valley power authority plans an electric plant in Parlier despite objections A public power authority has decided to build a 565-megawatt natural gas-fired electric generating plant in Parlier, despite opposition from neighbors. But the decision could cost the authority one of its members. The San Joaquin Valley Power Authority had been considering sites in Parlier and Kingsburg, but settled on... (Fresno Bee)
Top execs hold on to big paychecks Jun 28, 2009
For example, pay at waste-hauler Republic Services of Phoenix was boosted by its purchase of Allied Waste Industries ... Republic Services, he said, tries to align the interests of execs and shareholders by using bonuses and incentives. (AZCentral -- Business)
Perks for the CEO Jun 28, 2009
For example, Republic Services absorbed $55,082 in personal aircraft use for its CEO, James O'Connor. "Our CEO uses the company plane for some, but not all, personal travel," said Will Flower, a Republic Services spokesman. (AZCentral -- Business)
Pipeline opens bringing biogas to Anheuser-Busch Houston brewery Jun 25, 2009
This project is truly a marquis project for both Anheuser-Busch and Republic Services said Michael Bakas, Ameresco s vice president renewable energy. The project, which broke ground in March 2008 and was completed in May 2009, is part of the St. Louis-based brewery s worldwide efforts to cut fossil fuel consumption. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Waste firm's CEO steady through merger Jun 19, 2009
Republic Services head tackles Allied Waste deal, antitrust lawsuits ... Six months after he successfully helped guide a Florida garbage-management company to buy a Phoenix company twice its size, Republic Services Inc. Chief Executive Officer Jim O'Connor has a confession ... "I have never done one of these," he says of the merger that had Republic Services Inc., formerly of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AZCentral -- Business)
GLAD YOU ASKED: About 20 years ago, we were told that the landfill here in Racine would only be useable for another 10 years. What is the latest on its expected closing, and how were we able to extend the use of it for so long? May 30, 2009
It s full when it s full, said Mike Williams, general manager of Republic Services, the firm that manages the Kestrel Hawk landfill. If the current volume continues, the dump has room for about seven to eight years of trash, he estimated. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Metro Detroiters Step Up for the Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure(R), May 30 May 27, 2009
Local sponsors include: Absopure, Aditya Birla Minacs, Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS), American Laser Centers, Art Van Furniture, AstraZeneca, Biker Bob's Harley-Davidson Motown, Binson's Home Health Care Centers, Inc., Compuware Corporation, Creative Designs, CVS, Detroit Lions, Detroit Shock, Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Detroit Tigers, Detroit Zoo, Dykema, EDS, Electronic Arts: Active, Fantasee Lighting, Fox Run, Genentech, Health Plan of Michigan, Kelly... (PR Newswire)
Best Solution for an Unsolvable Problem May 27, 2009
By unanimous vote, they decided to settle a federal court lawsuit filed by Republic Services of Florida and allow Republic to operate a Class I landfill on E.F. Griffin Road. Having sat through the same hours upon hours of public hearings but without being privy to their discussions in closed meetings with their attorneys we believe commissioners made a rational decision. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Bartow Settles Landfill Lawsuit May 23, 2009
The settlement will allow Republic Services of Florida, which owns the landfill, to obtain a state permit for a Class I landfill, which by definition accepts garbage. But under terms of an agreement hammered out in eight months of negotiation, Republic will not bury garbage at the landfill. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Its Decision Time: Do the Right Thing May 20, 2009
Hope that Republic Services of Florida is negotiating in good faith, and will make Cedar Trail a showplace, as landfills go. Commissioners have the advantage of the private briefings that are closed to the rest of us; they have all the information that it is possible to assemble. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Heavy Hitters Urge Approval Of Cedar Trail Settlement; Council To Vote on Friday May 20, 2009
Two high-powered Tallahassee lawyers hired by the city to help it defend or settle a suit brought by Republic Services of Florida Ralph DeMeo and Carl Eldred joined City Atty. Sean Parker in explaining why they believe that settlement is in the city s best interest. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Vote on Landfill Settlement Postponed; Hearing Monday May 16, 2009
The agreement would settle a federal court lawsuit brought by Republic Services of Florida, operators of Cedar Trail Landfill. Republic applied to the state for a permit to develop a Class I (garbage) landfill adjacent to the construction and demolition landfill it already operates on E.F. Griffin Road. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Company's high-tech tools guide investors May 15, 2009
Another user is Republic Services, the Phoenix-based trash-collection and recycling firm. "Our benefits folks view Financial Engines as a world-class operation," spokeswoman Peg Mulloy said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Landfill Agreement Would Require Zoning, Comp Plan Changes May 14, 2009
Published: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 10:11 AM EDT Even if the Bartow City Commission approves a voluminous settlement agreement with Republic Services of Florida over the Cedar Trail Landfill, it will take several land use actions to finalize the deal ... A Class I landfill usually is used for burying garbage, but under terms of the proposed settlement with Republic Services of Florida, this landfill would not accept garbage. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Landfill Settlement Needs a Long, Last Look May 13, 2009
We continue to be concerned that the settlement is only with the primary litigant, Republic Services of Florida, and not with the Ellsworth brothers, who developed the landfill and settled a previous federal court lawsuit with the city 15 years ago, and who own adjacent acreage. We would like to see the entire issue resolved at the same time. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Bartow Would Collect Small Host Fee From Landfill Operations May 9, 2009
The fee is one of the few provisions in a 26-page agreement not previously disclosed publicly in the city s negotiations with Republic Services of Florida. Republic filed a lawsuit in attempt to get a state permit for a Class I (garbage) landfill in Bartow. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Bartow Landfill Settlement To Go To Commission For Vote on May 18 May 6, 2009
The city has been negotiating for months with Republic Services of Florida, which operates a Class III landfill, over the company s efforts to get a permit for a Class I landfill ... He also thanked Mark Talbott of Republic Services of Florida for meeting with neighbors ... He said the Republic Services executive was very honest, and told the neighbors more about the agreement than city commissioners have. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Senate Repeals 2008 Ban Of Garbage Landfill On Bartows E.F. Griffin Road May 3, 2009
Repeal had been agreed upon in ongoing negotiations between the city of Bartow and Republic Services of Florida to resolve a federal court lawsuit filed against the city by Republic, but that repeal was to have an important condition. We requested that any such repeal be conditioned on finalization of the litigation settlement, which would give us some protection, City Atty. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Republic Services posts 1Q earnings gain May 1, 2009
Republic Services reports 48 percent increase in 1Q profit, merger results kick in - Phoenix Business Journal ... Republic Services reports 48 percent increase in 1Q profit, merger results kick in ... During the first quarter, we continued to see positive results regarding the merger of Republic and Allied, said James O Connor, chairman and CEO of Republic Services. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Landfill Decision Delay Is a Wise Move Apr 29, 2009
Republic Services of Florida, which operates Cedar Trail, has agreed to eliminate garbage presumably all classes of garbage from the landfill. The space not occupied by eggshells, coffee grounds, and dirty diapers instead would be used for sewage sludge and industrial sludge. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Council Votes To Withdraw Mayor's $750M Landfill Proposal Apr 29, 2009
"Right now, with the economy being the way it is, people are sharpening their pencils and trying to get as low as they possibly can get. Landfill business is a stable piece of business that everyone wants a piece of, so from that standpoint it's going to be extremely competitive. Whether it's Waste Management, Republic or some other company, the number is going to be a lot lower than it is right now," said Republic Services Inc. General Manager Andrew King. "We're going to basically take a look... (News4Jax.com, FL)
Republic Services to test hybrid garbage trucks Apr 29, 2009
Republic Services, Inc. a Phoenix-based waste management company, and Mack Trucks Inc., have formed a partnership to field test four garbage trucks equipped with selective catalytic reduction technology and a hybrid garbage truck. The selective catalytic reduction technology is designed to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides, a pollutant that causes smog. (AZCentral -- Business)
Public Likes Delay Of Cedar Trail Landfill Settlement Apr 28, 2009
The city has negotiated a settlement with Republic Services of Florida that would allow Republic to operate a Class I (garbage) landfill at Cedar Trail, but would ban the burying of garbage. Sewage sludge and industrial wastes would be allowed. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
5 Arizona companies make 'Fortune 500,' down 1 from '08 Apr 20, 2009
The former Allied Waste Management was dropped from the 2008 list after being purchased by the smaller Republic Services Inc. late last year ... Will Flower, a spokesman for Republic Services, said the company did not end up on the list because the merger occurred in December and was too late to be counted. (AZCentral -- Business)
Landfill Lawsuit Settlement Delayed for 30 To 60 Days Apr 19, 2009
While the city has reached a general agreement with Republic Services of Florida, the final agreement has not been completed. We are very close to a final draft, but we still have a few things to iron out, so we are going to take the wiser course and postpone final action for another 30 to 60 days, Parker said. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Component Changes Made to Dow Jones U.S. Select Dividend Index Apr 17, 2009
PacWest Bancorp (United States, Banks, PACW) will be deleted from the Dow Jones U.S. Select Dividend Index and replaced by Republic Services Inc. (United States, Industrial Goods & Services, RSG). PacWest Bancorp is being removed due to a decrease in its quarterly dividend payment. (Primezone Releases)
City Should Avoid Government in a Hurry Apr 15, 2009
We urge today s commission to follow that same advice in acting on the proposed settlement of federal court litigation with Republic Services of Florida on the Cedar Trail Landfill on E.F. Griffin Road. At a public hearing on the settlement last Thursday, only a five-page summary was available, and that summary wasn t available until the day of the hearing; the final language hadn t even been committed to paper. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Where Do Things Stand On Landfill Lawsuit? Apr 12, 2009
The city and Republic Services of Florida have agreed to a five-page summary; the final agreement has not been drafted. Where can I get a copy of the summary. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Citizens Protest Haste, Lack Of Detail in Landfill Proposal Apr 12, 2009
Republic Services of Florida, which operates Cedar Trail, applied for a permit for a Class I (garbage) landfill, and the Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection was on the verge of issuing the permit until the 2008 Legislature intervened. Republic has sued the city in federal court, claiming that a 1994 settlement of a previous lawsuit over the same landfill bars only household garbage, and hence the company is free to accept commercial and industrial garbage. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Current recycling in county Apr 9, 2009
We re the only Republic Services MRF left that s dirty, and there s probably only three or four dirty MRFs left in the country, Reynolds said of the technology that was once considered state of the art. In next week s Herald, read about plans under discussion to improve recycling in Montgomery County. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
The Valley's priciest home sales Apr 9, 2009
Brian Bales is vice president of corporate development of Republic Services Inc., the Phoenix-based trash hauler. Florida-based Republic Services merged with then-Phoenix-based Allied Waste Management late last year. (AZCentral -- Business)
Clements re-elected, charter approved Apr 9, 2009
As Bartow s mayor this year, he has played a key role in negotiations with Republic Services of Florida, owners of the Cedar Trail Landfill on E.F. Griffin Road, and the Ellsworth brothers, who founded Cedar Trail and own adjoining property ... Republic Services filed suit in federal court seeking to overturn an agreement with the city from prior litigation that bars burial of household garbage in the landfill. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Public Hearing on Landfill Settlement Is Tomorrow at 5:30 Apr 9, 2009
Negotiations between the city, Republic Services, which owns Cedar Trail, and the Ellsworth brothers, who established the landfill and still own adjacent property, have been going on for months ... Republic Services would like to discharge the leachate into the city s sewer lines ... Under terms of the agreement, Republic Services would limit the sewage sludge to 20 percent of the content of the landfill. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Landfill Settlement Must Be Scrutinized Apr 8, 2009
The City Commission has scheduled a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. with one purpose only: to get public input on the proposed settlement with Republic Services of Florida over the future of the landfill ... And Republic Services filed suit in federal court for the right to bury garbage at Cedar Trail ... Given that state of affairs, the city has negotiated with Republic Services to allow landfilling of sludge cake from sewage treatment plants instead of raw garbage. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Republic Services CEO's pay totals $10.6M in 2008 Apr 6, 2009
Republic Services CEO's pay totals $10 ... Republic Services CEO's pay totals $10 ... James E. O'Connor, chief executive of Republic Services Inc., received a 2008 compensation package valued at $10. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Trash pickup in new hands Apr 3, 2009
com Advanced Disposal Services Inc. has taken over commercial trash-collection routes in Barrow and Jackson counties from Republic Services Inc. ... Advanced Disposal Services Inc. has taken over commercial trash-collection routes in Barrow and Jackson counties from Republic Services Inc.. (Athens Banner-Herald)
OUR READERS SAY Apr 1, 2009
BARTOW It now appears that landfill experts representing Republic Services of Florida (a part of a national corporate conglomerate) and the city of Bartow (the town where we live) have almost completed negotiation of a settlement in the Cedar Trail Landfill litigation. The tentative compromise agreement would prohibit (for now) Republic from using residential Bartow for a potentially large regional landfill for household and commercial garbage; but would permit Republic to use the same area as a... (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Some But Not All PCBs Would Be Allowed At Cedar Trail Mar 30, 2009
The city, Republic Services of Florida, and the Ellsworth brothers are negotiating to resolve a federal court lawsuit filed against the city by Republic. A 1994 settlement of litigation on the same landfill filed by the Ellsworths contained language banning the burial of household garbage in the landfill. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Landfill Contract Should Ban PCBs Mar 30, 2009
An executive for Republic Services said she doesn t think the company would want to accept the liability for PCBs. An engineer who is consulting with the city produced a copy of Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection rules on what can and cannot be landfilled. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Sewage Sludge Instead of Garbage Proposed at Cedar Trail Landfill Mar 23, 2009
And that appears to be the most likely trade-off that would allow the city to resolve a federal lawsuit filed against the city by Republic Services of Florida regarding its landfill on E.F. Griffin Road on the north side of Bartow. A public forum will be held in the historic courthouse on Tuesday to familiarize Bartowans with the proposed settlement, and a special public hearing will be held by the Bartow City Commission in mid-April. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Cedar Trail Landfill Q and A Mar 22, 2009
A: Republic Services of Florida operates a Class III landfill, which accepts refuse such as construction and demolition debris and yard waste, on E.F. Griffin Road. It is seeking a state permit for a Class I landfill, which accepts garbage. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Chandler seeks bids on trash collection Mar 21, 2009
The move will determine future garbage rates and could set the stage for competition between waste-hauling giants Republic Services, Inc. and Waste Management. There also could be renewed controversy over Republic's plans to build a garbage transfer station near Chandler's showplace Tumbleweed Park. (AZCentral -- News)
Landfill Compromise Merits Study Mar 21, 2009
Parker says that Republic Services, operator of the landfill, promises that if it is allowed to accept sewage sludge, it will bury the material immediately after delivery, and if necessary to quell odors, coat it with lime or industrial foam. We can see where that would be less noxious than rotting garbage basking in the sunlight. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
To The Point Mar 2, 2009
Republic Services swings to loss ... Republic Services (), which recently completed a $6 bil merger with Allied Waste Industries, also declared a regular quarterly dividend of 19 cents. (Investors Business Daily)
