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Pearson approves purchase of 351 rollout carts for $17,552.02
Summary
Council approved buying 351 95‑gallon rollout containers from Sierra Container Group for $17,552.02 after discussing whether recyclables were actually processed separately; councilors asked staff to verify recycling destination.
The council approved purchasing 351 95‑gallon rollout carts from Sierra Container Group at a total cost of $17,552.02. Members debated whether recycling handled under the town's contract is actually processed separately and whether buying new recycling carts would be cost‑effective; staff volunteered to confirm where collected recyclables go before future purchases.
Vice Mayor Robert F. Ringland (speaker 8) moved to purchase the carts and Councilwoman Lenny Richardson (speaker 4) seconded. The council approved the purchase by roll call; staff will confirm whether the materials are recycled or end up at a landfill facility as part of follow up.
