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County discusses House Bill 555 changes to solid-waste law; $4,000 annual fee per facility anticipated
Summary
County solid-waste staff briefed commissioners on House Bill 555 changes that will require counties with solid-waste facilities to pay a $4,000 annual per-facility fee starting July 1 and an administrative fee based on tonnage; staff outlined budget and operational implications.
Mike Carter and Brandy Ward briefed the Board on House Bill 555, which amends the Solid Waste Facilities Act and takes effect July 1. Carter said the bill requires counties to pay an annual $4,000 fee for each solid-waste facility plus an administrative fee calculated by tonnage; the Board discussed potential budget impacts, equipment needs and services (including tire disposal) at the County Line Landfill.
Ward and Carter discussed options to address ongoing operational costs and potential changes to services. Commissioners asked staff to analyze budget impacts and return with options for funding and service adjustments before the new fees take effect.
