2021 Biosolids Management Master Plan
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About the Project
Niagara is growing and in response to that growth, we need to make sure that we plan our infrastructure and services to meet increasing demands. One of those plans that might not be the first to come to mind is our Biosolids Management Master Plan. More people means more wastewater, which also means more biosolids and a higher demand for treatment and management of these materials.
Biosolids
Biosolids are the organic material resulting from the physical, chemical and biological treatment of sewage sludge generated at wastewater treatment plants.
2021 Biosolids Management Master Plan
The purpose of the 2021 Biosolids Management Master Plan update study is to plan for the future management of biosolids in a manner that is transparent, sustainable, reliable, environmentally friendly, cost-effective and flexible. The study will also provide an avenue to explore opportunities for a range of options to manage biosolids in the region.
The objectives of the study are to:
- Document the status of the existing biosolids management program at each treatment plant, in terms of process capacity, availability and reliability
- Document the status of the existing program at Garner Road Biosolids Facility, in terms of process capacity, availability and reliability
- Identify the limitations in the existing programs with consideration for the opportunities and constraints related to the future management of biosolids
- Complete a comprehensive review of a broad range of biosolids management options available locally and globally and identify those feasible for each facility
- Evaluate and select preferred options for each facility and the Region's operations as a whole
- Identify, evaluate and recommend preferred biosolids management methods
Process
The study will follow the master planning process as established by the Municipal Engineer's Association Class Environmental Assessment process for master plans, which is an approved Ontario Environmental Assessment process. The Biosolids Management Master Plan update will satisfy phases one and two of the Class Environmental Assessment process. Public and stakeholder input will be sought throughout the process and a Biosolids Management Master Plan Update Report will be prepared and filed for public review.
Project Timeline
May 2022 - Completed
Notice of study commencement
June 8, 2022 - completed
Public Information Centre #1
May 17, 2023 - completed
Public Information Centre #2
October 2024
Notice of study completion
Contact
Jason Oatley, B.Sc., C.Chem.
Niagara Region
Manager of Quality and Compliance (Wastewater)
905-980-6000
Email Jason Oatley
Laura Verhaeghe, P.Eng.
GM BluePlan Engineering Limited
Project Manager
519-824-8150 ext. 1256
laura.verhaeghe@gmblueplan.ca
Reports and Documents
- Notice of Study Commencement and Public Information Centre #1
- Notice of Public Information Centre #2
Public Information Centre #1
- Video presentation (PIC #1)
- 2021 Niagara Biosolids Management Master Plan Update
- Story map [alternative viewing option]
- Comments (PIC #1)
- Summary report (PIC #1)
Public Information Centre #2