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Beaver Management Assistance Program

The county pays $6,000 a year for a program that removes problem beavers and dams, getting about $12,600 in services in return. The trapper completed four jobs this year and saves landowners an estimated $11,300 in damages.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 1, 2026

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Roadside litter and community beautification

The county's litter program collects about 1,500 pounds a month, but Commissioner Stroud pressed for stronger enforcement against illegal dumping beyond the current citation process.

3 mentionsLast discussed Jan 20, 2026