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Court hears repeated resident complaints about odor from composting operation; staff to pursue site visit and enforcement options
Summary
Court members reported daily complaints about persistent odor from a composting/food-waste operation near Highway 36, described as intermittent but severe; members discussed tightening enforcement, requesting a site visit, and possible business-ordinance action if procedures are not followed.
Carroll County Fiscal Court members said they have received repeated resident complaints about strong and persistent odors from a composting or food-waste operation near Route 36 and discussed enforcement steps.
A fiscal court member said staff and members receive multiple calls daily about the smell and described days with “horrible” odors alternating with better days. The member said the facility is reportedly receiving “five, six tractor trailers a day of food waste” and that material management and stagnant water in ditches were contributing to the odor. The same speaker said the issue has persisted for six months.
Court members discussed options to address the problem. One member suggested the county “tighten up the screws” on the operator and asked staff to invite the operator to a site visit to explain procedures. Another member recommended preparing enforcement under the county’s business ordinance if the operator failed to control odors or follow proper procedures.
County staff said the operator has requested a county visit and that staff will schedule a site inspection to assess whether the facility’s processes conform to permit or operational procedures. Members emphasized health and quality-of-life concerns and agreed staff should pursue the site visit and follow-up enforcement as warranted.
No formal enforcement action was taken during the meeting; court members asked staff to follow up with a site visit and to bring options for enforcement back to the court if problems persist.
