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Board keeps separate landfill permits, approves modest fee increases after public hearing
Summary
After a public hearing, the board approved proposed changes to Washington County landfill user fees and permit options and rejected consolidation of separate permits in favor of maintaining separate trash, yard debris and recycling permits; several tipping fees were raised and the board emphasized the need to fund long‑term closure and equipment.
Washington County commissioners approved proposed adjustments to the Department of Solid Waste’s permit program and tipping fees after a public hearing and staff presentation.
David Mason, deputy director of Solid Waste, outlined two permit options: (1) keep separate permits for trash, yard debris and recycling but apply proposed increases, or (2) offer an all‑inclusive permit covering trash, yard and recycling. Mason said trash permits are the most commonly purchased, with yard debris seasonal spikes in spring and recycling purchases lower historically.
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