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Tamworth officials consider inspections, fines and brush fees after repeated transfer‑station misuse
Summary
Town transfer station staff raised concerns about hazardous materials, repeat offenders and unpaid tires dumped at the facility. The board directed staff to draft updated policy language and return with a proposal — possibly including inspections, warnings, temporary bans and a public hearing on charging for brush removal.
Tamworth transfer‑station staff told the Select Board on May 27 they plan to tighten enforcement and seek policy updates after repeated instances of prohibited materials and unpaid disposal showing up at the facility.
Brian (transfer‑station department head) reported staff have found heavy bags with construction debris, shingles, paint and other materials that should not be placed in standard municipal solid waste bags. He said the problem is limited to a small number of repeat users and recommended inspecting bags after patrons leave vehicles; he said that once material is…
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