Debris Removal Contracting Dispute
Summary
Ashbritt — the county's longtime debris contractor — said its notice to proceed was rescinded in favor of Roads Inc./C.W. Roberts, delaying cleanup. The board voted 3-1 to add Ashbritt back to the contracts.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Debris volume is estimated at over 2 million cubic yards; cleanup was projected at three to four months, which Commissioner Kohler called unsatisfactory.
Residents awaiting debris removal countywide, particularly in hard-hit East Hill and District 4.
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