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Forsyth County reviews solid‑waste franchise renewals as landfill capacity projections highlight future needs
Summary
Staff reported record Haynes Mill Road landfill tonnage in FY25 (about 330,000 tons), projecting capacity through roughly 2042; Minor Barnett proposed renewing franchises to current providers, setting base weekly collection at $17.32, replacing quarterly fuel adjustments with an annual CPI update, and raising optional cart rental from $3 to $5 per month.
Forsyth County staff presented a review of residential and small‑business solid‑waste franchises and landfill projections, telling commissioners that increased tonnage this year has accelerated capacity estimates for the county’s disposal facilities.
Minor Barnett, environmental assistance and protection director, said Haynes Mill Road landfill recorded about 330,000 tons in FY25 versus roughly 250,000 tons the previous year; using a three‑year average and population growth…
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