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Farm owner asks Alleghany County for debris-removal waiver after catastrophic fire
Summary
A representative for Bottomleaf Evergreens Farms requested the county consider waiving landfill/debris-removal fees after a costly fire; commissioners asked the representative to check insurance coverage and provide ticketed landfill documentation for staff review.
A representative of Bottomleaf Evergreens Farms asked the board to consider granting a waiver for landfill debris-removal fees after a recent catastrophic fire at the farm. The speaker (introduced on the agenda as Mike Wagner, assistant sales manager and special projects manager) said some insurance had paid but not enough to cover all costs and that the farm is tracking landfill tickets and costs; he asked the board for assistance with debris removal fees.
Commissioners asked for documentation and whether the farm's insurance might cover debris removal; one commissioner recommended reviewing the insurance policy because a prior similar case had been covered despite earlier reports to the contrary. The speaker said he would get documentation (tickets) and check with the insurance company.
No formal waiver vote or decision was recorded at the meeting. The board thanked the farm representatives for coming forward and indicated the item would be considered; staff will expect documentation and cost records if the item is brought back for formal action.
