Commission approves $35,000 amendment to solid waste budget after tipping‑fee and usage increases

Jun 2, 2026

Solid Waste Director Steven Astor told the board that rising participation at seven convenience centers and an unplanned tipping‑fee increase will create shortfalls; the commission approved a $35,000 budget amendment to maintain operations.

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Steven Astor told commissioners the county’s seven convenience centers have seen increased use and that Coastal Environmental Partnership implemented a tipping‑fee increase that was not included in the current fiscal year budget, producing projected shortfalls. To prevent service disruption, Astor requested a $35,000 budget amendment.

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