County begins process to internalize solid waste transport

A decision to lease three Peterbilt tractors with the option of purchase for solid waste transportation will save Adams County nearly $8 per ton per year, according to Adams County Public Works Director Todd O’Brien.

“Generally speaking that equates to a considerable amount of money,” O’Brien said during the morning session on July 18. “It is my recommendation to enter into a 60 month lease with PacLease. I think it’s best to lease right now so we don’t have to make the capital purchase right now.”

The Adams County Board of County Commissioners unanimously agreed to have the chairman sign a le...