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Board reviews committee recommendation to close convenience stations on Wednesdays; plan includes mid‑August implementation if approved
Summary
The Solid Waste Committee recommended closing all Smyth County convenience stations on Wednesdays and closing three remote stations on Thursdays to mirror Washington County; the committee vote was unanimous and the proposal was slated for mid‑August public notice and signage if the board approves.
The Solid Waste Committee reported a recommended change to convenience station operating hours intended to improve budgetary efficiency and align Smyth County with Washington County's schedule. S4 said the recommendation would close all convenience stations on Wednesdays and additionally close three remote stations on Thursdays; the committee recommended making the change effective in mid‑August and updating public notices and signage.
S4 said Atkins District Supervisor Charles Atkins moved the committee recommendation and Norfolk District Supervisor Rick Billings seconded; the committee unanimously approved the recommendation. Board members asked operational questions about whether closing days or specific hour changes could shift citizen behavior to neighboring counties and requested robust public communication. S4 said plans include Facebook posts, website notices, updated signs at stations and other signage to reach residents who do not use social media.
The item was presented as a committee recommendation to the full board; the board moved to consider the recommendation and signaled support to proceed to final board action and communications if the board approves.
