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Council restricts city dumpster use to the city and food pantry after misuse
City of Tekoa City Council · February 2, 2026
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Summary
After reviewing photos of garbage in the dumpster, the council voted unanimously to limit dumpster access to city use and the food pantry to prevent ongoing misuse.
Steven Thomas presented photos showing recent misuse of the city dumpster and recommended changing the policy to limit access. CM Mike Hale moved to restrict dumpster use to the City of Tekoa and the food pantry only; CM Reid Smith seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
The council made the change to reduce illegal or improper dumping tied to the city dumpster. The decision was framed as an operational policy change and will be enforced under the city's sanitation rules.
