What is MSW?

MSW stands for “Municipal Solid Waste.” MSW consists of common items that people throw in the trash, and includes things like food, clothing, paper, bottles and other containers, furniture, appliances, grass, paint, batteries, and other trash/garbage items.

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1. Where is the Minot landfill located?
2. How long has the Minot landfill been in its current location?
3. What types of waste does the Minot landfill accept?
4. What is MSW?
5. How much MSW is disposed at the Minot landfill each year?
6. Why does the City need to explore options for MSW disposal?
7. As a Minot City resident, what do I currently pay for MSW collection?
8. As a Minot City resident, what do I currently pay for MSW disposal?
9. Do other communities pay for garbage disposal at the Minot landfill?
10. What options has the City explored for future MSW disposal?
11. How much would the future options of the landfill cost?