County adopts updated municipal solid-waste plan; secures small DCNR grant increase for Sweet Arrow Lake

Jul 15, 2026

Commissioners adopted Draft #4 of the 2026 Municipal Solid Waste Management Plan under PA Act 101 and authorized a DCNR grant amendment adding $8,920 — half grant funds and half local match — to include a forest stewardship plan for Sweet Arrow Lake and Frog Hollow master site planning.

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Director of Real Estate and Engineering Lisa Mahall asked the board to adopt Draft #4 of the 2026 Municipal Solid Waste Management Plan as the county’s official plan under Pennsylvania Act 101. The plan is intended to ensure adequate permitted processing and disposal capacity for county‑generated waste during a 10‑year planning horizon; draft copies are available from the County Solid Waste office and have been distributed to municipalities for review.

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