Administration has brought forward a May 25, 2026 briefing note to the Policy and Priorities Committee on the Village of Clyde compost pile, citing ongoing misuse, operational burden, and safety and liability concerns due to public access to the Public Works Yard. Despite prior measures like fencing, signage, limiting accepted materials, and restricting hours, staff continue to deal with garbage dumping, improper placement of organics, and increased public presence around municipal equipment and infrastructure. The Committee is being asked to discuss whether to continue, modify, or potentially change how this service operates, with options including referring the matter to Council or requesting further information and analysis.For vendors in solid waste, organics management, site security, access control, or public communication, this is an early signal that Clyde may need alternative composting/yard‑waste solutions or improved controls. A practical next conversation would be to explore low‑staff, secure drop‑off systems, contracted organics hauling, or shared regional solutions that leverage the existing Westlock Regional Waste Management Facility while addressing local convenience and safety.

Residents can currently use the Westlock Regional Waste Management Facility at no charge for compost when tipping only organics/brush; this existing regional option may shape future service design or partnerships.