If the council doesn't finance the work through certificates of obligation, the administration probably would build a portion of the project into the 1998-99 budget. Because of the cost, paying for the work through the general fund would require more time. The state stopped its tire recycling program at year's end. While several local dealers will continue collecting a fee for tire disposal, some customers may want to dispose of tires themselves to avoid the cost. The city's recycling center last year handled 5,000 tires, which it shipped to a shredder in Stamford.
Administrators forecast usage of the recycling center doubling.
TCA recently acquired the TCI operation. Based on TCA's reputation and its assurances to provide quality service, McDaniel voiced optimism about the change. Now those aren't going to be free, I'm sure. The franchise expires in August. Authorizing the city manager to execute a lease with Aspen Mountain Air at Abilene Regional Airport.