About Us

In order to establish and maintain financial transparency Solid Waste Districts are required to post a report. Click on the link below to access Northwest Indiana Solid Waste District’s SB 131.

*updated link coming for 2024 in 2025*

As a result of growing landfills in Indiana, the 1991 State Legislature required each county to have a plan to address its solid waste issues. Our six counties (Benton, Carroll, Jasper, Newton, Pulaski and White) joined together to develop a plan, and the District office formed. District services are performed by our two employees, the Board of Directors, and volunteers.

There are a total of 22 Board members representing the six counties in our district. All members are elected officials who facilitate all District business, determine what programs are funded, and govern District services and projects.

The Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) is comprised of appointed volunteers who provide expertise, plan, and help to implement various projects. The members are the “cogs” that make the programs succeed. They serve in a variety of ways including commenting on the budget, waste management issues, diversion programs, and assisting with education and events.

Board Members

• Benton County: Linda Brouillette, Bryan Berry, Jim Schoen, Ron Shoup
• Carroll County: Steve Pearson, Paul Rider, Erin Jubril
• Jasper County: Jeff DeYoung, Rein Bontreger, Ernest Watson, Steve Jordan, Jason Armold
• Newton County: Kyle Conrad, Butch Cain, Abby Rossiter
• Pulaski County: Alvin Parish,  Mike Tiede, Mike McClure
• White County: Butch Kramer, Kim Kramer, Steve Burton, Mike Smolek,