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2 issues in water utilities with high priority

HighWater Utilities

Buckhead Mesa Landfill Expansion financing

Supervisors will discuss how to finance the Buckhead Mesa Landfill expansion, the Townsite Act Purchase, and related capital spending. The financing choice could shape county costs for years.

3 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 3, 2026

HighWater Utilities

Landfill Compactor Lease-Purchase

The county was considering a seven-year lease-purchase of a new Caterpillar 826 landfill compactor costing up to about $1.3 million plus tax. This equipment is what compacts waste at the county landfill, and it affects how long the landfill lasts and what waste services cost.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 28, 2026