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Vogler IN Waste Innovations complied fully with federal and state air quality standards related to the operation of its trash-to-energy plant and the adjacent ash landfi ll on Route 107 last year, according to an environmental consultant hired by the Saugus Board of Health. “In the course of the monitoring program for calendar year 2024, all evidence sugWIN WASTE | SEE PAGE 2 IT’S TIME TO SAY “PLAY BALL!” Weather permitting, the Saugus Little League will kick off its 2025 season tomorrow with this brandnew scoreboard after its annual parade to Grabowski Field on Hurd Avenue. Please see inside for the story. 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The 26-page report, which was submitted to the Board of Health last month, noted that “the maximum predicted air toxics concentrations were predicted to comply with the air quality guidelines.” “In a separate analysis performed by Tech, the facility was also found to comply with the Massachusetts and National THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Ambient Air Quality Standards (MAAQS / NAAQS),” Tech said. “The results of both modeling analyses demonstrate that even under the worst-case meteorological conditions, the emissions from the WIN Waste facility will not cause adverse effects on air quality.” Tech praised WIN Waste for hiring “a well-respected, professional stack testing firm to conduct the required emissions testing” and called the company “diligent in reporting any concerns” to the state Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the Saugus Board of Health and Tech “so that concerned parties can obtain information in a timely manner.” “That is not to say there were not specific deviations or operational challenges over the Lawrence A. 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The company issued a press release titled WIN “Waste achieves favorable review from year-long, third-party environmental assessment,” which cited the report’s highlights. “We are very pleased that Tech Environmental’s thorough and stringent review of our site has again confirmed the excellence of our operations,” WIN Waste-Saugus Plant Manager Elliott Casey said. “These results affirm our ongoing commitment to provide a critical service in a manner that is protective of the environment and public health,” he said. WIN Waste Sr. Director of Communications & Community Mary Urban noted, “These findings underscore our commitment to safety and good environmental stewardship.” “Our industry is one of the most technical and therefore highly regulated in the world, and we’re pleased that one layer of third-party expert reviews confirms our achievement in operational excellence,” she said. Here are several highlights of the Tech report cited by WIN: · The review of the Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) reports demonstrates that the facility was in compliance with emissions limits for NOx, SO2, CO and opacity in 2024. The monitored operating parameters were also in compliance. · Tech staff attended six 2024 bimonthly monofill operations inspections that included staff interviews, records reviews and a complete tour of the operations. These dates were February 14, April 25, June 12, August 14, October 22 and December 18. The inspections and subsequent report reviews indicated that the monofill was being properly operated and maintained. The ash being disposed of in the monofill had an operational cover. · Recent inspections of the ash handling capability at WIN Waste by MassDEP and Tech have found that the area is well-maintained and wellsealed and that ash is not being released into the atmosphere. WIN Waste has continued with a series of improvement projects designed to reduce the environmental impact of the facility and to assuage any fears of community members. In its report Tech also included information about the estimated life of the ash landfill after reviewing the 2024 Annual Progress Report for the landfill. “As of October 11, 2024, there were approximately 95,000 cubic yards of permitted disposal capacity remaining,” Tech noted. “This translates to approximately 1.02 to 3.80 years of permitted site life remaining at the landfill, based on the October 11, 2024 topographic survey and the projected range of future usage/disposal, which is determined from the past three (3) years of disposal, and which changes from year-to-year,” the report continued. “Please note that the permitted site life remaining is an estimate based on current filling rates and may change. The range in the prediction of the landfill life remaining is due to using different methods to calculate the estimate. Several factors may affect the significance of site volume and life calculations that include Monofill settlement, varying densities of in-place materials, the amount of ash shipped transported off-site, and the accuracy of aerial survey and topographic mapping.” WIN Waste began construction of the Valley Fill Project in December 2020. The Valley Fill Project allows for the existing cap in Valleys 1 and 2 to be removed in stages to allow for the placement of ash to achieve new interior slopes and grades. Tech witnessed the progression of the project during bimonthly landfill operations inspections since 2020, and the project had biweekly oversight by Brown and Caldwell with no concerns reported to MassDEP. 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Question One: What do you consider the top priority for the town as you prepare for the opening of the 2025 Town Meeting session? Frank V. Federico: As we look ahead to the 2025 Town Meeting, there are many important issues to consider as we prioritize the future of our town. However, one issue that stands out is the need for a third public safety building in Saugus. This project is crucial for the continued safety and well-being of our community by lowering response times of first responders and assisting with the amount of 911 calls currently being handled by Saugus first responders. That being said, it is equally important that we approach this plan with careful consideration of the financial impact on our residents, especially our seniors, who have been stretched thin financially. It is my hope that we can come together as a community to develop a thoughtful, well-structured plan that minimizes costs while ensuring the safety of our town. I look forward to collaboTHE SEAT OF SAUGUS TOWN GOVERNMENT: The 50-member Town Meeting is the legislative branch of Saugus Town Government and convenes on the first Monday in May each year for a series of meetings to approve zoning articles and resolutions and to pass the town’s municipal budget. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) rating with fellow residents and town leaders to find a solution that benefits Saugus as a whole. John Chipouras: We are building more and more Apartments and Condos!! How do we educate all the new children that come to town!! We need to reopen some of the elementary schools!! Question Two: What do you consider the top priority for residents in your precinct (Precinct 7) as you prepare for the opening of the 2025 Town Meeting session? Frank V. Federico: Undoubtedly, one of the most pressing issues for my precinct is the traffic congestion on Walnut Street. This ongoing challenge has been a source of concern for many residents, and I have already reached out to state officials who have assured me that they are actively exploring potential solutions to alleviate some of the traffic. While it’s important to recognize that traffic is not just a Saugus issue but a broader regional concern, I believe that a thorough assessment of Walnut Street’s traffic patterns will help us identify targeted solutions that can make a significant difference. By working together with state and local officials, we can find a practical approach that improves traffic flow and addresses the needs of our community. John Chipouras: We do need a fire station in North TOWN MEETING | SEE PAGE 5 50 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! 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