Charlton County extends Meridian Waste agreement amid service concerns

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners on July 17 authorized County Administrator Glenn Hull to execute an amendment to the county's commercial and residential waste management agreement with Meridian Waste Management. David Schuckler, area manager for Meridian Waste Management, spoke to the board about the agreement extension. Chairwoman Alphya Benefield praised the company's responsiveness. Commissioner Drew Jones asked Meridian to review holiday scheduling and an occasional issue with the truck arm dropping residual trash; Schuckler acknowledged the concerns and was present to answer questions. Commissioner James Everett moved to authorize the amendment; Benefield seconded and the motion carried unanimously. The minutes record that the amendment is an extension of the current agreement and that Tri Scapes will handle mowing in the north end, with the road department covering certain areas. The minutes do not provide the amendment's financial terms or the amended contract length.