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Commission hears repeated complaints about garbage collection; county to pursue letter to contractor
Summary
Commissioners reported continued problems with garbage collection after a company buyout; the commission asked the county attorney and staff to pursue formal complaints and draft a letter to the provider.
Multiple commissioners raised continuing issues with residential garbage pickup across Choctaw County, saying missed collections, damaged cans and improper placement have resumed after a recent change in service provider ownership.
Commissioners said Meridian Waste purchased Arrow but that reported problems — missed pickups, cans left on roads, and damaged containers — have persisted. Several commissioners reported specific complaints from residents, and the commission discussed seeking a stronger response from the contractor, including drafting a formal letter and involving the county attorney if problems are not corrected.
County staff said they will compile complaints, provide addresses to the contractor and work with the county attorney on next steps if service does not improve. Commissioners said they would meet with the contractor and consider additional remedies if problems continue.
Ending: Staff will collect complaint documentation and coordinate with the county attorney about a formal letter to the contractor and potential remedies for ongoing service failures.
