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DPW praised for heatwave response; recycling and garbage tonnage reported

Plains Township Board of Commissioners · July 9, 2026

Summary

Plains Township Department of Public Works received praise for work during a heatwave, reported 39.76 tons of recycling and 263.5 tons of garbage for June, and the board noted pothole reporting and 2nd Street completion.

The Plains Township Department of Public Works (DPW) was thanked by commissioners for continuing operations through a recent heatwave; a board member said he observed crews working in high temperatures, noting it was "95 degrees at 8 am" while following a DPW truck. The minutes record the board asking residents to report potholes and signage issues so the department can address them.

The DPW report also included solid-waste tonnage for June: 39.76 tons of recycling and 263.5 tons of garbage. Commissioner Sax added that work on 2nd Street has been completed and encouraged residents to drive by and view the result. The board credited DPW staff for their role in the time-capsule event as well. No vote was required for the DPW report.

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