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Resident proposes gated brush-pile; council schedules public meeting to refine plan
Summary
A resident proposed a trial six-month gated brush-pile/burn-pit with a paid gatekeeper and a proposed $15/month resident fee; council asked staff to prepare financial figures and announced a public meeting next month for community input.
A resident outlined a detailed plan to establish a managed brush-pile (burn pit) on town property at the north end, proposing a locked site, a paid gatekeeper, and a pilot funding model charging residents a modest monthly fee (example figure presented: $15/month) with higher fees for nonresidents. The presenter estimated possible revenue and costs off-the-cuff for a six-month trial and suggested the town could use surplus to fund community events or to pay for a roll-off at the transfer station.
Council members raised common concerns: enforcement and monitoring, staffing and time required for town employees to transport brush to Fillmore, collection of donations or fees, and the need for clearer cost estimates. Several councilmembers suggested a public meeting so residents can weigh in and so staff can bring precise wage, fuel and time-cost figures.
Council action: the council agreed to schedule a public meeting next month (advertised with proposal materials) so the resident and any contractors can present numbers and the public can provide feedback. Staff will coordinate required details with the proposer prior to that meeting.
Next steps: staff and the proposer will prepare a plain-language proposal with concrete cost figures and a recommended enforcement and access plan (gating/cameras/keys) for public review.
