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Tribes and county weigh options to expand Chiloquin transfer-station services
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Summary
Tribal leaders and county officials discussed taking on expanded hours and operations at the Chiloquin transfer station, but noted land-ownership (Forest Service) and operating-cost hurdles; they agreed to pursue grant opportunities and a liaison to solid-waste staff.
Tribal leaders raised the idea of expanding hours and services at the Chiloquin transfer station and asked Klamath County whether the tribe could take on operations or partner to improve recycling and reduce illegal dumping.
County staff cautioned that operating transfer stations is costly and that the underlying ground may be owned by the U.S. Forest Service, which would complicate any transfer of operations. Participants acknowledged longstanding concerns about illegal dumping in nearby forest parcels and high disposal and transport costs.
The meeting produced an agreement to reconnect county solid-waste staff, tribal liaisons and planning staff to explore grant opportunities and feasibility. County and tribal representatives said they will identify contacts and follow up; no formal agreement or contract change was made at the meeting.
