During a recent government meeting, officials addressed ongoing issues regarding waste management at the District 39 Apartments. The maintenance manager, Rob O'Brien, reported that the current two dumpsters are insufficient for the volume of trash generated by the 24 apartments, leading to overflow on pickup days. Discussions highlighted the need for larger dumpsters to accommodate the tenants' waste, with the possibility of escalating actions if improvements are not made.

The meeting also touched on the frequency of trash collection, which occurs weekly on Thursdays. Concerns were raised about whether the overflow is due to tenants or external individuals improperly disposing of waste. The officials are working with the maintenance team to resolve these issues.

In addition to waste management, the meeting included a review of sewer line maintenance. Officials discussed previous bids for camera inspections and cleaning, noting that past costs were around $64,000. With inflation affecting prices, there was a consensus to prioritize data collection from newly installed flow meters before committing to extensive cleaning and inspections. This approach aims to identify specific problem areas within the sewer system, allowing for targeted maintenance rather than a blanket inspection of all lines. The EPA recommends regular inspections for older pipes, but officials expressed caution regarding the associated costs.