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Jackson County considers extra trash-cart purchase as subscriptions rise

5113539 · June 30, 2025
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Summary

Solid Waste Director requested purchase of additional 48-gallon carts to meet growing customer counts; commissioners deferred action to new business next week for formal procurement.

Jackson County’s solid waste director told commissioners on June 23 the county needs an additional load of residential carts because customer accounts have increased and many existing carts date to 2008 and are deteriorating; commissioners agreed to place the purchase on next week’s new-business agenda for formal approval.

Why it matters: The county provides residential carts for curbside collection. Growth in accounts and wear on older carts creates operational needs and short-term procurement decisions with budget…

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