Selectboard approves Solid Waste Implementation Plan; Facilities director flags cardboard and bear issues

Jul 2, 2025

The board approved Winhall's Solid Waste Implementation Plan and discussed rising Casella fees, contamination of the cardboard bin, bear activity at the Transfer Station, and the need to reinforce fencing. Facilities Director Scott Bushee suggested switching to zero-sort for cardboard.

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Facilities Director Scott Bushee briefed the Selectboard on Transfer Station operations and solid-waste management at the July 2 meeting. Bushee reported an increase in Casella collection fees, difficulty keeping the cardboard bin clean, recurring bear problems at the Transfer Station, and a portion of the fencing that requires reinforcement.

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