Council approves Lakeside sludge-removal application; developer to cover costs

Mar 5, 2025

James Cook of Rauch told council the Lakeside plant's sludge must be hauled every 6–8 months to Easton Utilities; the town approved a permit application requiring both Trappe and Trappe East to be named and placed financial responsibility on the developer.

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James Cook of Rauch explained that sludge from the Lakeside plant must be hauled out every 6–8 months to Easton Utilities and that the town's existing permit only covers hauling sludge to Trappe, not the reverse. Because both Trappe and Trappe East are on the discharge permit, the application was submitted in both names; the developer will be financially responsible for any associated costs.

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