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Bremer County board approves planting and rental of landfill‑cap acreage
Summary
Supervisors authorized staff to proceed with planting and rental of approximately 18.27 acres on the county landfill cap (grass or alfalfa subject to testing and liability releases); board directed staff to work with county attorney on liabilities and a bidding/advertising procedure.
The board authorized county staff to pursue planting and rental of roughly 18.27 acres on the county landfill cap to generate income by renting the land for grass hay or alfalfa production.
A presenter described site constraints (pre‑1978 cells, terraces and steep north slopes) and recommended leveling a subset of the area (approximately 3.59 acres of pre‑1978 cells) so it can be farmed. The presenter said the county would require liability releases and foreign‑matter waivers to protect against equipment damage and would work with the county attorney on required legal documents.
After discussion of soil conditions, methane vents that must be protected, and potential mowing and seeding logistics, the board moved and approved a motion "to allow for planting of grass or alfalfa depending on what proves out to be the best," and directed the presenter to consult with legal counsel and prepare advertising and bidding parameters for leasing the acreage.
The motion passed by voice vote and the presenter was authorized to proceed with stakeholder outreach and required liability paperwork before finalizing terms.
