anchor Description
This project provides for the comprehensive design and installation of a new fire detection and suppression systems at the Shady Grove Processing and Transfer Facility. This project will include the installation of detection and suppression systems to replace the existing detection and suppression systems that are beyond their useful life. The project will also address other fire detection and suppression deficiencies and violations as identified by the County's Fire Department and Department of Permitting Services (DPS). The construction project will span approximately two years.
anchorEstimated Schedule
The construction for the new fire detection and suppression systems began FY21 and was completed in December 2022 (FY23).
anchor Justification
On February 13, 2020, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) received a Notice of Violation (Case No. 418905) from the County's DPS. This Notice of Violation cited a NFPA1-System Restore Violation for Case No. 418905. The Department is currently working through the Northeast Waste Disposal Authority with contractors to complete a design for the fire detection and suppression systems to address the Notice of Violation and the concerns posed by the County's insurance provider (FM Global). Therefore, this project completion is essential to remain DPS compliant, to mitigate frequent fires, and to eliminate health and safety concerns associated with having a deficient fire detection and suppression systems for solid waste operations.
anchorFiscal Note
Design of this project was funded in the operating budget using $1.0 million in funds appropriated in FY19 and encumbered for this purpose. A FY21 supplemental appropriation added $4.7 million in Current Revenue: Solid Waste Disposal.
anchorCoordination
Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority (NMWDA), Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), Department of Permitting Services, FM Global, Covanta Energy, and County social service agencies, and adjacent property owners.