Warren County details solid‑waste consolidation, approves new CDL driver position and updates food‑scrap pilot

County solid-waste staff told the committee that the first two months of in‑house hauling revealed unexpected operational needs — notably container repair workload, staff capacity in summer, and equipment availability — and recommended adding a full‑time, commercial‑driver‑license (CDL) driver to maintain service levels during peak months.

Scott (Solid Waste staff) and Kevin (solid-waste program staff) said drivers now report container damage with every pickup, increasing the need for preventative maintenance and repair. The board heard that some repairs require welding or onsite work to restore doors and structural supports; staff noted one worker who normally performs repairs is out with a knee operation, which reduces in‑house repair capacity. To ensure continuity during summer demand, staff proposed hiring an additional full‑time CDL driver rather than relying solely on rotating part‑time, retired or seasonal drivers.

Staff presented simple…