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DeSoto supervisors weigh enforcement, inmate crews and contractor agreements to tackle HWY 61 litter
Summary
County officials discussed increased highway litter on HWY 61, possible fines for uncovered hauling, the Sheriff's plan to send notices to offending companies, and using electronic monitoring plus inmate crews for pickup. No ordinance change was enacted; staff will return with cost estimates and coordination plans.
DeSoto County supervisors on Jan. 5 discussed a range of options to address persistent roadside litter along Highway 61, including enforcement of state litter laws, company notices, and supervised inmate clean‑up crews.
Environmental Services Director Ray Laughter told the Board his team has contacted RCI (which handles mowing and trash pickup under MDOT contracts) and plans to follow up with the Council of Governments on…
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