PMUA History

The PMUA was created in 1995 to provide a stable and affordable solid waste operation and sanitary sewer service for the residents of Plainfield. Today the PMUA is both a service and regulatory agency managing the City's sanitary sewer and solid waste utility services. Overseeing an integrated waste management plan, with a comprehensive menu of solid waste and recycling services, the PMUA maintains and operates PERC, the Rock Avenue Transfer Station as part of Plainfield's Solid Waste Utility. The PMUA administers monitors and is responsible for developing, implementing and enforcing rules and regulations regarding the City's compliance with environmental regulations. The Authority operates and maintains 110 miles of sanitary sewer services lines, and two sewage pumping stations which provides for proper collection of municipal waste water. A community leader in outreach programs to increase recycling, reduce litter and clean-up public areas, the PMUA works with other city agencies on projects to promote reinvestment of resident dollars back into the Plainfield Community.