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Resident says two-axle trailers barred at Murph Recycling Center; county schedules special Solid Waste meeting

Haywood County Board of Commissioners · October 7, 2025
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Summary

A Haywood County resident told commissioners he was turned away from the Murph Recycling Center for using a two-axle trailer and directed to White Oak, incurring extra trips and possible tipping fees. County officials said the Solid Waste Committee will hold a special meeting to address the issue.

Jimmy Rogers of Morehead told the Haywood County Board of Commissioners on Oct. 6 that he was directed away from the Murph Recycling Center in Jones Cove for using a two-axle trailer and was sent to White Oak, forcing multiple trips and potential tipping fees.

"Our citizens of Haywood County deserve better than being charged a fee," Rogers said, asking the…

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