October 5, 2026 Commissioners Meeting Live Stream

The Alamance County Board of Commissioners meeting on October 5, 2026, focused on the county’s residential solid-waste collection RFP and franchise ordinance. GFL Environmental (Waste Industries) and Republic Services are the incumbent providers; Meridian Waste submitted proposals for all three franchise areas and described plans for new trucks and approximately 40,000 carts. Representatives of the companies addressed service plans, pricing, equipment, and qualifications, while residents raised concerns about proposal evaluation and consistent service for rural customers. The board did not award a franchise or select a vendor. It voted 4–1 on a first reading to amend the ordinance to allow a hardship opt-out after three unresolved complaint events; another vote is required at a future meeting. The proposed arrangement would retain the franchise framework, with alternative collectors subject to county requirements and unable to charge below the applicable franchise rate. Staff outlined existing proposed franchise terms, including no price increases during the first two years except for tipping-fee increases, and limits on later increases. The board also discussed the county website redesign, which was presented as ready to launch; no cost was stated.

Other discussion included public concerns about library committee appointments and the role of the library advisory process, along with a World Polio Day proclamation. The county manager announced donations of $5,000 to Alamance Parks and $10,000 to Special Olympics of Alamance County. No other procurement awards or purchasing decisions were identified.