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Lincoln County faces $315,000 shortfall in solid-waste budget; commissioners weigh fees and collections
Summary
County staff told commissioners the proposed 2025–26 solid-waste budget shows roughly a $315,000 deficit and lacks funds for equipment replacement or added staff; options discussed included an annual 3% refuse assessment increase, an uncovered-load fee at the landfill and pursuing interest or collections on about $33,000 in past-due bills.
County solid-waste staff told the Board of Commissioners on May 7 that the department's proposed 2025–26 budget is facing a significant shortfall roughly equal to $315,000 and lacks allocations for equipment replacement and additional staff.
"Our proposed budget for 25-26 is about $315,000 in the red," the staff member said, explaining that the figure does not include allocated costs and would not support…
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