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Stearns County approves $750,000, 5-year household hazardous waste contract amid debate over advertising and funding
Summary
County commissioners approved a five-year, $750,000 contract for household hazardous waste (HHW) services after a 3–1 vote. Commissioners questioned the contract’s advertising budget, use of reserve "score" funds and long-term program strategy.
Stearns County commissioners approved a five-year contract worth $750,000 to operate the county’s household hazardous waste program, voting 3–1 to place the item on the consent agenda despite concerns about advertising costs and fund use. Commissioner Steve Clark moved approval; Commissioner Notch seconded.
The contract drew questions about the allocation of funds for outreach and whether the county is getting value for money from a significant advertising line. Commissioner Persky said, “I’m just a little bit concerned about, making a commitment for $750,000 over…
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