Biosolids disposal costs and sustainable processing
Kalamazoo
Summary
Sludge disposal costs have climbed from about $4.5 million a year before 2018 to roughly $20.9 million over 18 months. Staff are designing a new processing facility that would cut water content and open a cheaper disposal market, operational around 2030-2031.
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The extension costs $20,892,000 over 18 months — a steep jump from the roughly $4.5 million annual cost before 2018.
Everyone on the city sewer system benefits from a reliable disposal path and, eventually, cheaper processing.
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