Commission hears 34% increase in trash-hauling costs as solid-waste spending approved

Apr 20, 2026

Commissioners noted solid-waste hauling bids increased by 34%, with the county spending roughly $300,000 monthly on hauling; a separate resolution approved $41,938 for overtime, fuel and maintenance in the solid-waste budget.

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Commissioners were warned that the new five-year contract bids for trash hauling in Robertson County show about a 34% increase in cost. The chair summarized the change as substantial and said the county is currently spending about $300,000 a month on hauling and disposal.

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