Commissioners agree to pause routine AMC solid‑waste working‑group meetings but keep group available

Commissioners considered whether to continue participating in the AMC (Association of Minnesota Counties) solid‑waste working group. Staff and commissioners said the AMC group provided useful education but noted a new MPCA metro counties group is forming and that the AMC group could be paused. Several commissioners recommended pausing regular meetings while keeping the group ready to reconvene if a new statewide or regional threat requires a coordinated county response.

Scott County asked staff to ensure the county’s recent experience—particularly on organics planning and hauler readiness for 2029 organics requirements—is reflected in future materials and presentations. Commissioners suggested the county‑level presentation for the next county meeting include specific feedback and prework to inform discussion with neighboring counties.

No formal action was recorded in the workshop; staff said the topic will return at an upcoming meeting (April) and that the county will coordinate with AMC and MPCA efforts as needed.