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Committee defers resolution on scrap‑tire dumping and illegal tire disposal for 60 days; staff to coordinate with municipalities and state law
Summary
Commissioners discussed a proposed resolution addressing the illegal dumping of scrap tires and plans for coordinated response with neighboring jurisdictions and the state. The committee deferred the item for 60 days to allow staff to consult with public works, legal and regional partners and to gather statutory and enforcement options.
The IRPS committee discussed a resolution on May 20 intended to address egregious littering and the illegal dumping of scrap tires across DeKalb County, and deferred the item for 60 days to allow staff to gather statutory guidance and coordinate a regional response.
Commissioners said illegal tire dumping is a countywide problem that imposes cleanup costs on the county and can result in environmental and public-health hazards. Staff reported coordination with the Atlanta Regional Commission and…
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