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Board approves R.F.P. for tire removal at old town dump; considers cameras to deter dumping

Town of Seward Town Board · August 11, 2025
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Summary

Following resident complaints about tires and debris at the old town dump on Rhinebeck Road, the board approved advertising an R.F.P. for tire removal and discussed adding cameras to discourage illegal dumping; funds from scrap metal currently flow to the new equipment account.

Council members addressed persistent tires and debris at the old town dump on Rhinebeck Road and directed action to remove the material. After discussing options, board members agreed that Councilman William Harlow would prepare and advertise a request for proposals (R.F.P.) for tire removal.

Board members also discussed preventive measures, including the possibility of adding cameras at the site to deter future dumping, and noted that proceeds from scrap metal sales are deposited into the town's new equipment account. No contract was awarded at the meeting; the R.F.P. is the next procurement step.