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Committee transfers funds for new Kenworth truck as regional tipping fees jump
Summary
The committee approved a $4,443 budget transfer to cover a 2026 Kenworth T880 purchase and was briefed that Steuben County raised tipping fees from about $20/ton to $52/ton, with a $4 per-bag charge that will affect Allegany County's solid-waste costs.
Allegany County’s Public Works Committee on July 1 approved a budget transfer to cover part of the cost of a 2026 Kenworth T880 and heard a warning about regional increases in disposal fees.
The committee approved a transfer of $4,443 from account A8160.412 (solid waste repairs) to A8160.204 (solid waste motor vehicles) to cover the Kenworth T880 purchase; a motion was made and seconded during the meeting and carried.
Separately, staff reported that Steuben County has increased tipping fees and related charges. Staff said Allegany County previously paid about $20 per ton at the Steuben facility; that rate has increased to $52 per ton. Staff also reported that Steuben charges $4 per bag on certain customer categories. Committee members were told staff will circulate Steuben County’s posted fee information to the committee for review.
Committee members noted the regional nature of disposal markets and the potential for those outside increases to affect Allegany County’s solid-waste budget and service planning.
