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County leaders discuss accountability measures, timeline of waste management switch

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BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Buncombe County leaders are sharing more about what trash pickup will look like for residents after Waste Pro.

On Tuesday, county leaders discussed the new solid waste management franchise agreement with the new company FCC Environmental Services.

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That agreement includes accountability measures and the transition plan timeline which has the new company starting service Jan. 1, 2025.

Pricing structure details were provided to include:

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A press release from the county said FCC Environmental Services "will also offer a low income program with a 15% discount for up to 700 subscribers at or below 150% Federal Poverty Level as well as a disability program that provides premium service for basic service cost."

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