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Jim Andre MRC Nov. 7, 1984 Page Two The inorganic compounds pose little or no threat from fire. It is the organic compounds that would increase the fire hazard of the building and most severe pollution hazard. In meeting with MRC personnel, they had planned to provide automatic sprinkler protection in the building. With the organic (flammable) compounds inside the building, a foam sprinkler system should be required to reduce the potential for a severe fire to a minimum. MRC personnel appeared to have reacted favorably on our initial meeting. The water supply to the site is minimal and additional volume should be delivered to the scene via either a larger main or cross connection of the present existing 8" main. Water flow tests indicate approximately 2400 GPM available at normal flow. The calculations for water demand at the site are 2500 GPM. This leaves very little cushion for future pressure loss. Outside hose streams will require approximately 500 GPM resulting in more water demand than available. It would appear that cross connection would be the most advantageous and cost effective. A matter of considerable concern is the possiblity of illegal dumping by persons or firms with hazardous waste and no place to dispose of it. It is recommended that the area around the site be well lighted at all times, well fenced as close to property/right of way lines as is feasible, even if less than currently permitted by city code. Another consideration maybe around the cloct: guard on site with good surveillance cameras to deter and prevent as much illegal dumping as possible. If the illegal dumping does not mat- erialize, the level of security could be reduced. The council may wish to consider having MRC enter an agreement or stipulation that they will be responsible for the proper disposal of any illegal dumping taking place at the site. This may seem to be a heavy requirement, but unless some type of arrangement is made before permits are issued, the city may end up having to take responsibility for the illegal dumping. This could result in a severe economic expense and over tax the resources of the fire department and other emergency services. If possible, a visit to a similar site doing this type of reclamation would be extremely helpful to this office and the engineering department. This would provide a first hand view of the operation and an opportunity to meet with the local government involved to determine what, if any, problems have been encountered, allowing us to avoid similar situations. As an overall project, I do not see this as a severe hazard to our citizens or businesses. In light of the fact that this is the first program of its type in the state, it is sure to be well watched by state and federal agencies and is sure to be well operated. The plant presents much less real and imagined hazard than an organic reclamation plant, incinerator or distilation plant would. It appears to be the least hazardous of many potential facilities.