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Plumas County hears public concerns and options for green‑waste disposal; no immediate policy change
Summary
Public works outlined the costs and operational challenges of green‑waste disposal (labor, equipment and limited markets for pine needles and wet material); residents and staff discussed chipping, grinders, air‑curtain burners and regional approaches. Board asked staff to return with options; no vote was taken.
Plumas County public works staff and members of the public engaged in an extended Feb. 18 discussion about green‑waste disposal costs, existing programs and possible alternatives.
Public Works explained that most green waste currently has limited market value (pine needles and wet leaves in particular) and that disposal requires tipping fees,…
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