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Bell County accepts $10,493 solid‑waste grant for anti‑dumping cameras
Summary
The court approved a $10,493.49 FY2025 solid waste grant and interlocal agreement with the Central Texas Council of Governments to place trail cameras and signage at common illegal‑dumping sites across Bell County; staff will monitor and move cameras as needed.
Bell County Commissioners approved acceptance of a FY2025 solid‑waste grant for $10,493.49 and authorized an interlocal agreement with the Central Texas Council of Governments to deter illegal dumping.
County staff explained the original request sought $17,587 but the award was scaled; the county requested a $10,000 minimum and received $10,493.49. The plan calls for placing trail cameras and signage at common dumping locations, conducting pre‑ and post‑comparisons of dumping patterns, and relocating cameras as necessary to cover priority sites. County staff named Chris Klipek and Matt as local contacts for implementation and said final placement discussions will occur with staff next week.
Commissioner Whitson moved to approve the grant and Commissioner Sun seconded; the court approved the measure by voice vote. The grant performance period runs from 10/15/2024 to 08/31/2025. Staff said they will reduce the number of camera locations to match the awarded funding and proceed with implementation planning.
Next steps: county staff to finalize camera placement and signage, conduct pre‑post monitoring, and coordinate implementation with local partners.
