Lee County approves split increase to solid waste assessment after debate over $6.8M shortfall
After a lengthy discussion about rising collection costs and reserve use, the Lee County Commission approved a two-year, phased assessment increase (12% option split over two years) aimed at closing a projected $6.8 million collection shortfall while protecting reserves and capital needs.
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The Board of Lee County Commissioners voted 3–2 on Aug. 5 to adopt a phased increase in the county’s residential solid-waste assessment after more than an hour of questions and public comment about reserves, rate design and long-term landfill planning.
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