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White County officials getting closer to an agreement to sell the county landfill to winning-bidder Waste Management. The county held an internal meeting Thursday to discuss the company’s most recent proposal. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the county countered Waste Management’s initial proposal and has since received a new, modified offer. “I’m not sure how many times we’re ... Read More »

The White County Commission will vote next to enter negotiations with Waste Management to take over the county landfill. The Solid Waste Committee heard presentations from two companies Tuesday night who would manage the landfill on behalf of the county. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said Waste Management received a 103.5 while Republic tallied a 97.65. The proposals were scored ... Read More »

A possible relocation of the White County Animal Shelter makes much-needed renovations to the facility impractical. Manager Sarah Lawson said the shelter is on the same property as a landfill the county is looking to sell. She said the shelter has 17 pens without heat, walls, or proper lighting. “We’re doing the best we can with what we have,” Lawson ... Read More »

White County’s Steering Committee B proposed allocating $7,500 to the county’s animal shelter for repairs meant to keep the dogs safe this winter. Volunteers from the shelter spoke to commissioners during Monday night’s committee meetings, expressing concern about the condition of the building and the dangers it poses to dogs and staff alike. The volunteers also expressed concerns about how ... Read More »

White County will purchase additional land adjacent to the current landfill to act as a buffer. It is part of a $1.1 million capital outlay note approved by County Commissioners. In addition, the commission voted Monday night to approve the purchase of a new front-end loader truck. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the new truck will be needed ... Read More »

White County now accepting proposals from companies interested in buying or leasing County landfill. The County Commission voted to allow the The Solid Waste Committee to begin looking at proposals. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the sale or lease of the landfill will be beneficial to the entire region. “The disposal of solid waste is going to become a ... Read More »

White County leaning towards selling its Class 1 landfill as the process continues to address issues at the site. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said a Class 1 landfill has many restrictions and regulations due to the type of debris at the site. He said the pro to selling the landfill would be removing the county from long-term costs and ... Read More »

A new recycling center will be coming to the White County landfill. The county commission approved the $150,000 for the project Monday. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said finding companies to take the county’s recyclables has been an issue. “We have tried for years to basically partner with somebody, get a vendor, somebody to come and take the recyclables,” Robinson ... Read More »