Commissioners order rebid of solid-waste collection after public objections; Waste Pro denies allegations After public commenters urged rebidding over a large price increase and raised allegations about landfill practices, Columbia County commissioners voted 3–2 to put the solid-waste contract back out to bid; Waste Pro representatives strongly denied accusations of theft and offered to provide documentation.

Columbia County commissioners sparked a heated debate by voting to rebid the solid-waste contract after residents raised concerns over a steep rate hike and serious allegations of misconduct.

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Columbia County commissioners delay decision on solid waste contract after hourslong debate Commissioners paused action on a proposed solid-waste contract amendment after extended testimony from county staff and competing haulers. The board directed staff to return with a clarified proposal addressing assessment timing and policy waivers rather than immediately accepting a multi-year renewal that would cap residential rates for six years.

After a heated debate, Columbia County commissioners have decided to delay their solid waste contract decision—could this mean lower rates or higher long-term costs for residents?

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