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Lake County adopts fee changes to keep landfill solvent, staff says expansion will cost about $3 million

Board of County Commissioners of Lake County · February 17, 2026
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Summary

The board unanimously approved Resolution 2026‑07 to revise Lake County Landfill fees and administrative language so the facility can pay for itself and fund necessary expansions; Public Works Director Michael Irwin said current airspace is limited and the county is already pursuing measuring‑well installation and tree removal work.

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners on Feb. 17 approved Resolution 2026‑07, authorizing updates to the county landfill’s use and fee structure intended to ensure the facility is financially self‑sustaining and able to finance needed expansions.

Public Works Director Michael Irwin told…

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