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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Sullivan County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Failing drainage system on County Road 102
The county wants to fix a failing drainage system on County Road 102 now, before paving next year, so it doesn't dig up fresh pavement later. A modification agreement with Sullivan County Paving for ~$400,000 was forwarded to the Legislature.
Landfill operations and waste-to-energy exploration
Landfill tonnage is running at its third-highest level ever, costing the general fund $1–2 million a year in offsets. Officials are talking with Viral Power Renewables about waste-to-energy and weighing a $300,000 cardboard baler — a topic that drew public opposition.