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Sanitation-franchise ownership transfer to be considered at Josephine County weekly session
Summary
The board heard a presentation on the proposed assignment of Southern Oregon Sanitation’s franchise interests; no action was taken during the workshop and the matter was scheduled for the Weekly Business Session to allow public comment.
Legal Counsel Wally Hicks presented Resolution No. 2026-028 regarding a proposed assignment and transfer of franchise interests for Southern Oregon Sanitation, Inc. Representative Trent Carpenter of Southern Oregon Sanitation and Waste Connections discussed the pending ownership transfer and the regulatory process governing solid-waste franchises.
Discussion focused on franchise oversight, rate-setting authority, annual financial reviews and the role of the Southern Oregon Solid Waste Agency. Commissioners emphasized that any future rate increases would remain subject to existing review and approval processes. No action was taken during the workshop; the item will be considered during the Weekly Business Session to allow for public comment prior to any final board action.
