Heartland Materials Management Planning Committee

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN

A public hearing will be held at 10:00 a.m. on October 23, 2026, in the Doherty Hotel & Conference Center ballroom, located at 604 N. McEwan St., Clare, Mich. An overview of the draft MMP will be presented, with an opportunity for residents and business owners to provide verbal comments in person. 

Michigan’s state government aims to reduce waste, keep valuable materials in use, and preserve the natural elements of our state. The Michigan legislature passed Part 115 of the bipartisan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, which requires counties to develop MMPs that reflect a sustainable approach to managing waste materials.

On April 25, 2025, through the approval of each county, the Heartland Materials Management Planning Committee (MMPC) was formed with the primary goal to develop a comprehensive MMP that will result in a sustainable approach to waste diversion, recycling, composting and resource recovery. Helen Lee of Isabella County leads the MMPC as the designated planning agent. After a bid/proposal process, the MMPC hired consultant Resource Recycling Systems (RRS) to support the draft and submission of the MMP. The process includes opportunities for residents and elected officials to provide feedback. Additionally, the draft plan will require approval from the Board of Commissioners, a majority of the municipalities within the counties, and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).  Please visit the established website Heartland Counties MMP to learn more about the partnership the ICMRF (recycling center) has with promoting and advancing our county’s ability to bring our recycling efforts in line with the State of Michigan’s sustainable criteria.

Recycling Coach

We are happy to announce that we have partnered with Recycle Coach to help aid in your recycling efforts. The Recycle Coach app will help assist with notifications and up to date recycling information.

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