Dive Brief:
- Officials in Escambia County, FL are planning to build a gym for employees of the Perdido landfill.
- The project, initially expected to cost an estimated $50,000, received bids of $100,000 from six companies to cover costs for the construction. The lowest proposal came in at $92,750.
- Solid Waste Director Pat Johnson said that he hasn't yet reached a decision to accept the lowest proposal or begin the bidding process again.
Dive Insight:
The construction of the wellness center would be funded by tipping fees from the county landfill. County spokesperson Bill Pearson says the center would "help promote health and wellness, improve employee morale and potentially help lower insurance costs."
