Cooper Township Waste Station Hearing Draws Crowd

DANVILLE — About a hundred residents packed a DEP hearing  night on a proposed municipal waste transfer station. The Daily Item reports more than 100 people attended the hearing at the Montour County Administration Center.

DEP is reviewing a permit application from 22 Transfer LLC for a site along Grovania Drive. The proposal includes a waste transfer station, recycling center, and waste-hauling operation.

The Daily Item many residents raised concerns about truck traffic, water pollution, groundwater contamination, and property values. Some speakers supported the project, saying it could bring jobs and tax revenue.  Written comments will be accepted through .

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