VIRGINIA:
AT AN ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE BRUNSWICK COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS HELD ON JANUARY 4, 2007 at 6:30
P.M.
PRESENT: BERNARD L. JONES, CHAIRMAN; WELTON TYLER, VICECHAIRMAN; ROBERT H. CONNER, BARBARA JARRETT
DRUMMOND, MARC L. FINNEY, MEMBERS; CHARLETTE T.
WOOLRIDGE, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR; TAMMY W.
NEWCOMB, CMC
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The Chairman called the meeting to order.
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Re: Approval of Agenda
Upon motion of Mr. Finney, seconded by Mr. Tyler, and unanimously
carried, the Board approved the agenda as presented.
Ayes: Conner, Drummond, Finney, Tyler, Jones; Nays: None.
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Re: Presentation: Conditional Use Permit Case #06-034 submitted by
Industrial Power Generating Company L.L.C. (dba INGENCO)
The Chairman stated that Industrial Power Generating Company L.L.C.
(INGENCO) has submitted a conditional use permit application to construct,
operate and maintain a Landfill Gas to Electric (LFGTE) generating project on
property owned by Allied Waste Industries. Allied Waste Industries operates
Brunswick Waste Management Facility.
Mr. Alan Peterson, Vice President, INGENCO, provided the following
background information about the company:
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Based in Richmond, Virginia
Began business in 1989
Design, build, own and operate distributed power generating facilities
Currently have eleven (11) distributed generation facilities nationwide
Manufacture most the components used in their facilities in Richmond
120 Megawatts in operation
76 Megawatts of landfill gas-to-energy capacity
30 Megawatts in development
Over 300 generators installed at each facility to burn the gas
Mr. Peterson stated that landfill gas is a natural product of decomposing
waste consisting of about 50% methane. Brunswick Waste Management Facility
now produces about 75 million BTU’s per hour (MMBtuh) of methane gas. By
2011, this will double to 140 MMBtuh and by 2019 it will be about 250 MMBtuh.
This is equivalent to nearly 5 million gallons of heating fuel oil per year. Mr.
Peterson stated that INGENCO’s mission is to reduce the emissions from
landfills by encouraging development of environmentally and economically
beneficial landfill gas-to-energy projects.
Mr. Peterson explained that the gas emission is currently being “flared” or
burned at the landfill. Instead of destroying this as waste, INGENCO is
developing a landfill gas-to-energy source.
Mr. Jeff Burrier, Manager, Brunswick Waste Management Facility, stated
that local, state, and federal laws require that the landfill gas is extracted and
flared (incineration treatment) from the active and closed portions of the landfill
for compliance with odor and emission requirements. Allied has contracted with
INGENCO to purchase and develop a beneficial use of the energy contained
within the landfill gas. Mr. Burrier stated that Allied will pay Brunswick County a
host fee on the revenues generated from the sale of landfill gas to INGENCO, in
accordance with Landfill and Facility Agreement.
Mr. Burrier provided the following ranges in host fee payments:
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Year 1(2007): $36,000 (low end) to $58,000 (high year) per year
Year 5 (2011): $58,000 to $93,000
Mr. Peterson stated that the new facility would create up to nine new
technical positions. He further indicated that INGENCO hires local individuals to
work at the facilities.
Mr. Peterson thanked the Board for the opportunity to provide an overview
of the project and stated that he would answer any questions.
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Re: Question/Answer Session
The Chairman opened the Question/Answer Session. The following
citizens spoke:
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Mr. George Winn, Bluegrass Foundation, asked how close this
facility would be in proximity to his property. He also inquired about
the noise levels.
Mr. Peterson stated that the facility is approximately .8 of a mile
from the Bluegrass Foundation property. He advised Mr. Winn that
the noise generated from this facility would not interfere with the
activities on his property.
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Mr. Jerry Marston stated that he would like the County to review the
conditions set forth in Conditional Use Permit Case #21-93 for
construction of the landfill and ensure compliance.
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Mr. Curman Tucker inquired about run-off from the property since
he owns property that adjoins the site.
Mr. Peterson responded that stringent restrictions are adhered to in
regard to adequate stabilization of the site to prevent erosion onto
adjacent properties.
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Supervisor Tyler inquired as to what type of skill level is required
and what is the salary range for the positions.
Mr. Peterson responded that INGENCO plans to hire individuals
from the local community and will be searching for diesel
mechanics or individuals with electrician experience. He added that
the positions will pay $14.00 - $19.00 per hour.
Supervisor Conner left the meeting.
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Mr. Winn inquired as to where the electricity generated from the
facility will be utilized.
Mr. Peterson stated that the power will be absorbed locally.
There being no further questions, Chairman Jones thanked Mr. Peterson,
INGENCO, and Mr. Jeff Burrier, Brunswick Waste Management Facility, for
their presentation.
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Re: Adjourn
Upon motion of Ms. Drummond, seconded by Mr. Tyler, and unanimously
carried, the Board adjourned.
Ayes: Drummond, Finney, Tyler, Jones;
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Bernard L. Jones, Chairman
Nays: None.
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Charlette T. Woolridge, Clerk