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Resident says state banned open burning at Londonderry transfer station; board weighs disposal options
Summary
A resident told the Weston Selectboard that a complaint about open burning at the Londonderry Transfer Station triggered a state investigation and ban; the board discussed alternatives for clean wood disposal, contractor quotes, and potential impacts on landscaping businesses.
Esther Fishman informed the Selectboard that complaints regarding open burning at the Londonderry Transfer Station reached state officials and resulted in a ban on burning. "A nearby resident had documented the burning and submitted a complaint, prompting an investigation and a ban on burning," she said.
Fishman told the board the state's ruling cannot be changed and outlined possible disposal options for clean wood — stockpiling, hiring contractors, or using dumpsters — noting cost and logistical challenges for landscapers and tree-removal businesses. Board members and Fishman discussed a 2-acre parcel that appears not to be viable for disposal because of environmental and space limits; contractor quotes from Hunter Excavation were shared. No decision was reached and residents were advised to arrange personal disposal in the interim.
