Kessler Consulting

North Miami Beach, Florida
Response to RFP # 2012-20, Solid Waste and Recycling Services Assessment
Section E, Résumés
Don Ross (cont.)
processing agreement negotiated by KCI, the city hauled waste and recyclables 52 miles
roundtrip and paid a high disposal fee and received no rebate for recyclables. Over the
life of the six-year disposal and processing agreement negotiated by KCI, the city will
realize a savings of more than $4 million.
Collection System Analysis, Lakeland, FL
Don analyzed the city’s existing collection system and prepared recommendations to
improve the economic efficiency of various aspects of the system. The analysis included
implementation of automated collection, conversion from twice weekly to once weekly
collection, changes to alley collection and recycling services, and possible franchising of
roll-off collection. As a result, city staff was tasked with implementing once a week
automated collection and a variable rate, Pay-As-You-Throw program.
Single Stream Collection Pilot and Implementation, Charleston County, SC
Don designed and implemented a pilot program to evaluate the benefits of single
stream recycling, and to determine the best approach for countywide implementation.
Using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, participation rates were
documented at nearly 70 percent. In addition, waste diversion increased by over 100
percent. Based on pilot results, Don is now assisting the county with the planning,
equipment procurement, and implementation of a cart-based recycling program for
110,000 homes.
Collection Service Procurement and Transition, Manatee County, FL
Don assisted with all aspects of implementing a new service contract following an RFP
for residential and commercial collection, which included transitioning from one service
area to two areas. Project activities included reviewing transition plans, developing a
punch-list of activities, and facilitating transition meetings.
Collection, Processing and Transfer Service Transition, Sarasota, FL
Don assisted with all aspects of transitioning into a new service provider and new level
of service. City-provided residential collection changed from twice to once per week.
Project activities included developing and monitoring punch-lists for operational
activities and outreach activities, facilitating transition meetings with city crews and the
new contractor, reviewing the contractor’s operational plans, and providing onsite
assistance during the first week of the transition.
Prior Employment History
City of Dunedin, Florida, Solid Waste Director
Waste Management, Inc., Market Area Director of Operations – Connecticut
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