Commissioner Campbell warned Clay County’s ash landfill is nearing capacity and outlined ongoing efforts to reclaim ash for road projects, review plant capacity and clarify how a $7.367 million bonding award to Otter Tail County will be allocated between an ash plant and a transfer station.

Commissioners were warned the county ash landfill may reach capacity in one to two years; board members discussed reuse of ash for road projects and a $7.367 million bonding award to Ottertale County tied to an ash plant and transfer station, with funding shares yet to be allocated.

Clay County plans a 51% increase in tipping fees affecting all solid waste customers.