TO THE EDITOR

For almost nine years I have taken the time to separate and take to the transfer point, items thought to be “collectibles” for resale. Early August citizens learned all, except steel, was a “dump,” that “free” trash was paid by citizens in the high thousands of dollars each year.

What hurts are those who were suppose to govern did not correct the problem until now with a charge. The idea to collect is a noble idea with delayed action to correct a travesty because there was neither fairness nor equality for charge of service.

The city citizens owes $12 for trash added to the water bill monthly. The county citizens are asked for about $200 a year in advance with no interest, but the county will use our interest. Know of one example: property tax for a small parcel of land with a small structure is less than $50, but because of a meter, $200 will be added; relatives look to that person’s needs, food, etc. Will this be a hardship?

The city collects and packs clean cardboard for resale; collects aluminum cans also. Newspapers are placed in a free container with free pick-up, no money, but think “volume” not in a landfill!

Plastic takes volume, deteriorates in the sun. A South Carolina firm recycles, discussion might provide a container and free pick-up like city newspapers.

East side of McCormick is a very clean transfer point, how many more are not known?

Transfer points, strategically located in the county, would offer employment without having to fire anyone, keeping dollars at home.

This will provide the citizens with a choice that is comfortable, fair and equal.

M. L. MIKE CLEMENTS