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Commission allows highway department to surplus recyclable items for scrap sale
Summary
County authorized the highway department to declare recyclable items as surplus and sell them to scrap dealers under the relevant state code, rather than hold public auctions; commissioners approved this for the current year and will consider broader policy later.
The Lawrence County Commission granted the highway department authority to surplus recyclable materials (e.g., culverts, worn cutting edges, tires, file cabinets, license plates) and sell them to salvage yards under SDCL 34A-6-63.1.
Staff explained the statute allows recyclable materials to be declared surplus and sold to scrap dealers rather than held for public auction; the department cited prior instances where auctioning small quantities was inefficient. Commissioners approved allowing the highway department to surplus such items for the current year and discussed whether to expand the policy countywide in a later resolution or ordinance.
The action was approved by voice vote; staff said they will continue reviewing the scope (department-limited vs. countywide) and may return with a formal resolution or ordinance.
