Killbuck readies ordinance for single trash hauler service
Killbuck Council is a step away from sending bids out for a trash hauler that will serve the village’s 600 residents.
Mayor Denny Hahn said an ordinance is being prepared shaping trash collection services council would like to see put in place. It will set the guidelines for trash haulers who choose to bid on a village-wide contract.
“The one thing we want to control is who is in there,” Hahn said. “One day pickup is a big part of it. We’re considering adding a spring, and maybe a fall, community cleanup day.”
The need for a single hauler was brought to council’s attention after a local trash hauler ceased service. Councilmember Lisa Kauffman said the push is driven by demand from residents.
“They came to us and said they want one trash hauler, so we decided to pursue it again,” Kauffman said, referring to past attempts that residents rejected. “They are ready for it now.”
The proposed contract would be for residential service only. Businesses may choose their own provider or can opt to contract with the village’s trash hauler.
Hahn said the village can benefit from a single hauler for several reasons. Offering exclusive service to all residential contracts can result in savings. Pickup once a week saves wear and tear on roads. Curbside recycling is another option that may prove popular with residents, who sometimes pack containers at the fire station to overflowing.
“I think (recycling) is something we really grasp,” Hahn said. “You look at the bins at the fire department, a lot of times people have to stack up cardboard outside them. Then you have problems leaving it lying around, the wind blows it everywhere.”
Hahn said council is very cost-conscious and would like to keep the ordinance simple. The ordinance is based on that used in Millersburg, with changes to suit a smaller community.
Hahn estimates there are 300 to 350 potential clients in the village.
In other business, Hahn said council is looking for an appointee to fill the seat of deceased councilmember Harry Eyster. His passing Jan. 18 left a void in the community that will not be easy to fill, Hahn said.
“Harry cared a lot about the village and put his time in on council, the BPA, and the fire department,” Hahn said. “Most people, I think, don’t understand what council does in terms of work and time. Harry committed his free time to make the village a better place. He will be missed on council and as a resident.”
The term for the council seat ends in 2013.
Mayor Denny Hahn said an ordinance is being prepared shaping trash collection services council would like to see put in place. It will set the guidelines for trash haulers who choose to bid on a village-wide contract.
“The one thing we want to control is who is in there,” Hahn said. “One day pickup is a big part of it. We’re considering adding a spring, and maybe a fall, community cleanup day.”
The need for a single hauler was brought to council’s attention after a local trash hauler ceased service. Councilmember Lisa Kauffman said the push is driven by demand from residents.
“They came to us and said they want one trash hauler, so we decided to pursue it again,” Kauffman said, referring to past attempts that residents rejected. “They are ready for it now.”
The proposed contract would be for residential service only. Businesses may choose their own provider or can opt to contract with the village’s trash hauler.
Hahn said the village can benefit from a single hauler for several reasons. Offering exclusive service to all residential contracts can result in savings. Pickup once a week saves wear and tear on roads. Curbside recycling is another option that may prove popular with residents, who sometimes pack containers at the fire station to overflowing.
“I think (recycling) is something we really grasp,” Hahn said. “You look at the bins at the fire department, a lot of times people have to stack up cardboard outside them. Then you have problems leaving it lying around, the wind blows it everywhere.”
Hahn said council is very cost-conscious and would like to keep the ordinance simple. The ordinance is based on that used in Millersburg, with changes to suit a smaller community.
Hahn estimates there are 300 to 350 potential clients in the village.
In other business, Hahn said council is looking for an appointee to fill the seat of deceased councilmember Harry Eyster. His passing Jan. 18 left a void in the community that will not be easy to fill, Hahn said.
“Harry cared a lot about the village and put his time in on council, the BPA, and the fire department,” Hahn said. “Most people, I think, don’t understand what council does in terms of work and time. Harry committed his free time to make the village a better place. He will be missed on council and as a resident.”
The term for the council seat ends in 2013.
Published: February 25, 2011
