(KNZA)--It will cost more to dispose of trash at the Brown County landfill beginning May 1st.
The Brown County Commission, during their March 6th meeting, approved a rate increase.
The rate for in-county trash will increase $1.60 a ton to $54.50, while the rate for out-of-county trash will increase a $1.70 a ton to $58.90.
The new minimum charge will be $6.50.
The commission also approved a 25 cent increase in the fee for the disposal of tires at the landfill.
Commissioners say the rates are being increased to cover operational costs.
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