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Hooksett transfer station faces rising disposal costs for lithium batteries and other recyclables
Summary
Committee members reviewed recycling market updates showing rising disposal costs, discussed whether to pass lithium battery disposal fees to users and noted existing rates for common materials.
Members of the Hooksett Department of Public Works transfer station committee reviewed updated recycling and disposal rates and discussed whether the facility should begin charging customers for items that now cost the town to dispose of.
The committee heard that disposal of lithium-ion batteries currently costs the town about $1.50 per pound. Staff said the town is not charging residents for lithium batteries at present, meaning the town covers the fee. Other listed rates included: trash $93.45 per ton, furniture $194 per ton, demolition debris $1.19 per ton, glass $50 per ton, cardboard $40 per ton, nickel‑cadmium…
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