the typical patterns of cost overruns in constructing these facilities, there are unreasonable burdens placed on rate and taxpayers because of the mechanical and pollution control equipment failures which plague them. Three of the seven very large waste-to-energy plants built to date in the U.S. (1,000 tons per day or more) have ceased operating. A manufacturer of “resource recovery systems” indicated recently in testimony before a House subcommittee that American industry “has probably lost in excess of $300 million trying to make resource recovery work. The public sector has lost at least as much.” Because sales of energy and recovered materials rarely equal the cost of resource recovery systems, a substantial tipping fee — a charge per garbage truck — is charged to defray costs. Since local municipalities must deliver a stipulated quantity of waste, they make it required, whatever the fee. And in turn this is passed on to the ratepayer through higher collection fees. The garbage burners proposed for Oregon City would have to triple handle most of the garbage because of the use of garbage transfer stations, and the need to do something about the tremendous amount of ash residue (one-third of what goes into a garbage burner comes out as ash). The latest requirements in Europe require that the bottom ash and fly ash be collected separately, and that when the fly ash is found to be dangerous (because of heavy metals, dioxins, PCBs, etc.), it is mandated to place the ash in sealed steel containers and deposit them in permanent hazardous waste disposal sites. This alone may present a financial burden of tremendous proportions. In addition to the burden placed on ratepayers, taxpayers would assume a significant burden upon the siting of any garbage-burning facility because of the state and federal tax credits that would make it possible for the owners of the facilities to avoid tax payment. Benefits in the case of the Oregon City plant include energy, pollution control, and Crude Oil Windfall Profits tax credits totaling more than $200 million in the first 10 years of the plant’s existence. They are a major incentive for such construction and ultimately have to be made up by those who do pay taxes. Don't expect it to come from the plant’s employees. CPA Edward Kulawiak puts it well: “The issuing of WHO’S WHO H he Metropolitan Service District (Metro, MSD) is the regional government | body charged with a wide range of responsibilities, including transportation planning, the zoo, and the challenging problem of solid waste. Metro has been the driving force behind the garbage burner proposal. Publishers Paper is a subsidiary of the Los Angeles-based conglomerate Times-Mirror. Wheelabrator-Frye, the contractor chosen for the Oregon City garbage-burning plant, constructed a similar plant in Saugus, Mass. Steve Dodge is a freelance writer interested in energy and environmental issues who lives in Gladstone. Jim Johnson, currently an Oregon City commissioner, is a long-time environmentalist and an early opponent to MSD’s garbage-burning plans. Stan Kahn, a long-time member of Sunflower Recycling, is currently a finalist for Metro Councilor, Position No. 8. $262 million of Industrial Revenue Bonds will create only 60-90 permanent jobs, which is an investment of approximately $3,275,000 per job, based on 80 permanent employees. Certainly these 80 employees will not pay enough income tax to come anywhere near the tax credits generated by the owners of the facility. Would it not be better to use this bonding capacity to create jobs and enable Oregon residents to achieve their fullest potential?” These concerns might be put into some perspective by observing the proposed MSD/Publishers plan for the Oregon City burner. The facility was originally envisioned as costing $27 million. A little over a year ago, it was proposed to cost $90 million. Since then, the estimates have risen to $100 million, $131 million, and then $171 million. At present, MSD believes it will be necessary to issue bonds for $262-$282 million to build the plant. And those figures are unlikely to be the final word. None of those estimates covers such elements as the several garbage transfer stations located throughout the metropolitan area, the purchase and operation of dozens of garbage transfer vehicles (currently $200,000 each), or the cost of a landfill to dispose of the 200,000 tons of partially hazardous ash produced each year. The financing involved is strikingly similar to the sort used in the development of the WPPSS nuclear power plants that are proving to be such economic disasters to the public. Interestingly, the same firm that put those financial packages together, Smith Barney Associates, is proposing the leveraged financing for the Oregon City project. The interest alone for the $262 million bond issue could easily be $491 million. The fiscal and economic impact of this project could be severe indeed. If, for example, the MSD/Publishers facility was on the line right now, it would clearly be the most expensive garbage disposal system in the world. Looking at the costs we see: $262 million for the plant (not to mention the interest). $??? million for the ?? number of garbage transfer stations (where?). $??? million for garbage transfer vehicles. $??? million to remove 600 tons of ash a day, 365 days a year. $??? million for long-term storage of hazardous ash residue. $??? million for cost overruns for the plant, pipeline or garbage transfer stations. AND THE REAL COSTS TO THE CITIZENS OF OREGON $??? million in lost tax revenue due to state and federal tax REAGAN PLAGUED BY LEEKS JCECPMNDO DINSTHEZITRE SCHOOL WASHINGTON — President Ronald “I know he’s got a lot of leeks up Reagan today complained bitterly there, and we want to avoid them 918 S.W. Yamhill. 4th floor Portland, OR 97205 of leeks in the White House. “You boys have just got to stop,” he told the press. “Nancy is near tears.” Informed sources report the leeks are 100 percent organic. “We want to a- void another Watercress at all costs,” Reagan said. He added that the current leeks “just didn’t chive” with his present policies. Secretary of State Alexander Haig commented from his cabinet offices, reaching the MX Miso, but I’m in chards here.” Analysts here cite the leeks as the vanguard of a grassroots network spreading a- cross the country. According to recent polls, Americans spend 50 percent more each year on natural and health foods. And, experts say, Whole Life Times, with its 160,000 circulation, is helping to promote the social, spiritual, political, and economic changes affectingthe nation. 224-2616 OREGON'S AMERICAN JAZZ DANCE CENTER PRESENTS: SUMMER DANCE '82 SUMMER DANCE '82 Whole Life Tim es SUBSCRIBE TO A WAY OF LIFE. r ----------- — PUNWITHREAGAN--------------- - | SPILL YOUR BEANS ON THE WHITE HOUSE (One limas only) ■ ____________________________________________________ ■ । Name ____________;_____________________________________________________ I Address________________ I ' City___________________State __________________Zip ____________ | I SUBSCRIPTION RATE | । D One year, $6 □ Two years, $ 12 □ Beans, no bacon | Send Check or Money Order to: } P.O. Box 20728 Seattle, WA 98102 I M MMMMMMMMMMMMMM MMM MMM MM MMM ■! FACULTY PATTI BENSON has worked in numerous U.S.O. tours with Bob Hope, Sammy Davis and others. Local choreographer of Jesus Christ Superstar and Rose Festival '82. TERRY BROCK has returned to the Portland area after ten years of professional worldwide touring. Terry brings to the Portland area a high energy Los Angeles style of Jazz and Tap. RIC REASE WORKSHOP RIC REASE has recently returned from his third year as movement specialist and consultant with the National Endow ment for the Arts in Carribbean Territories. Touring with the European pro duction of Bob Fosse's "Dancin'' is also among his credits. BENNY BELL RETURNS! The master of Dunham movement is back for 2 workshops in August! 2nd thru 13 and Aug. 23 thru Sept. 10th! 10:00 a.m. int. 5:30 p.m. beg. and 7:00 p.m. adv. Take 25 classes for $103... 10% discount if registered by July 15th! Single class $5.00, 2x week $44.00, 3x week $63.00. SCHEDULE Continuing the summer excitement which began with our guest instructor LESLIE WATANABE, the Danstheatre school brings you more JAZZ! Beginners thru professionals know that quality instruction in American jazz dance begins at Joe Orlando Danstheatre School. The next step is up to you. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 10:00 -11:30 JAZZ II JAZZ II JAZZ II JAZZ II JAZZ II 12:00 • 1:00 JAZZ JAZZ JAZZ EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE 2:00 - 3:30 CHILDREN'S CHILDREN'S CHILDREN'S CHILDREN'S JAZZ l/TAP 1 JAZZ l/TAP 1 JAZZ l/TAP I JAZZ l/TAP I 3:30 - 5:00 TEEN TEEN TEEN TEEN JAZZ III JAZZ 1 JAZZ III JAZZ I 5:30 7:00 TAP ll/JAZZ 1 TAP l/JAZZ 1 TAP ll/JAZZ I TAP 1/ JAZZ 1 JAZZ 1 TAP classes to be held in Studio B. JAZZ classes to be held in Studio A. 7:00 8:30 JAZZ 1 JAZZ II JAZZ I JAZZ II RIC REASE will be instructing the 7:00 to 8:30 JAZZ classes. SATURDAY CLASSES: 10:00 JAZZ II 12:00 Adv. TAP JAZZ I at 5:30 is for beginners. Intermediate and advanced students are encouraged to take higher levels. FEES No refunds - non transferable visa and mastercard accepted single class ...................... $ 5.00 2x week............................ 80.00 3x week............................ 92.50 5x w e e k ............................ 1 6 2 .5 0 JULY 6 - SEPT. 10 10 WEEKS The JOE ORLANDO DANSTHEATRE has a comprehensive policy of non discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin. 32 Clinton St. Quarterly
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