Airway Heights City Council re-heats discussion on garbage disposal

The future of solid waste disposal in Airway Heights took precedence at the Nov. 25 City Council study session.

Cheney Councilman Doug Nixon and Cheney Public Works Director Todd Ableman sat in on a workshop to discuss solid waste disposal alternatives. Airway Heights’ agreement with Spokane County expires in November next year, and needs to formalize a direction to pursue.

At face value, the big issue surrounding a solid waste contract was the finances involved.

“I think it’ll save you money in the long run. Lots of money,” Nixon said.

“I sit on the Cheney City Council and I believe you do th...