County explores options to keep Clinton Central recycling center open as school withdraws staffing
Council members said Clinton Central schools can no longer staff a county recycling center due to tight education budgets; county officials plan to operate the site temporarily and pursue grants (one up to $100,000 with 25% match, another later this summer up to $500,000) to fund longer‑term operations.
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Council members told attendees that Clinton Central school officials have notified the county they can no longer dedicate a staff member to manage the Clinton Central recycling center because tight school budgets require all staff time be devoted to education. Joel Freeman and county staff said the county will try to keep the site open in the near term while exploring grant options.
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