Midwest Soilogix seeks county permit for commercial composting; final vote set for Sept. 22

The Colfax County Board of Commissioners opened a public hearing Aug. 11 on a Local Siting Application and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a proposed Class 1 commercial composting facility by Midwest Soilogix LLC near Road 7 north of Road F. The hearing record shows that supporters—Steve Mossman (attorney), owner Travis Hassebrook and engineer Travis Hazard—were present to answer questions; five individuals spoke in opposition and three offered neutral questions or comments. The board accepted several exhibits into the record and allowed written testimony for 30 days.