Selectmen decline Waste Management contract, authorize interim Keene arrangement and RFP

Aug 10, 2026

Facing a 12% price increase and performance complaints, Stoddard selectmen voted unanimously to decline Waste Management's contract, authorize interim use of Keene's transfer station ($3/bag), pay for local attendant certification, and issue an RFP for future service.

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After debate, the Board of Selectmen voted to decline the Waste Management contract that included a 12% price increase and persistent performance issues. Jason Kovarik joined the meeting by phone at 7:24 PM for the discussion. The board concluded that refusing to sign the current proposal was "the most fiscally responsible decision," and approved several short-term and transitional measures.

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