Residents press Lee County Commission for transparency, challenge curbside contract during solid-waste hearing

Jan 26, 2026

At a public hearing on Lee County's 10-year solid waste management plan, county consultant Eric Sanderson outlined the plan's goals while multiple residents accused the county of creating a curbside monopoly, questioned contract terms and asked for more transparency and accountability. No action was taken tonight.

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A public hearing on Lee County's updated 10-year solid waste management plan drew sharp criticism from residents on Jan. 26, with several people accusing the county of favoring a single curbside contractor and asking the commission for more transparency about contracts and costs.

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