Ellis County to pilot one-day tire amnesty event in June
Environmental Services staff proposed a one-day tire amnesty pilot in June 2026 with free disposal up to 1,000 pounds per vehicle and a $100/ton overage fee; commissioners directed staff to proceed and return with a final draft.
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Environmental Services Director Justin Craig proposed testing a one-day tire amnesty event in June 2026 to provide residents a low-cost way to dispose of tires. Craig outlined proposed logistics: a 1,000-pound per-vehicle free allowance, separate pile for rims, a discounted $100 per ton rate on overage weight and farmers would be allowed to participate while businesses would not.
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